Finding ways to improve SDSU and make it more energy efficient - and therefore more "green" - is an ongoing process that SDSU's Facilities and Services Department works towards. Robert Milbrandt, the Energy Conservation Engineer at SDSU, said his job is to implement the university's planned projects as they come through or to propose new ones as they study the buildings and find things that need upgrading.
A total of 1,457 students completed requirements for graduation this year, and about 996 students will walk in two separate graduation ceremonies on May 3, according to University Relations. For the first time, the graduation commencement will be split into two separate ceremonies, one for undergraduates and the other for graduates.
Change, to transform or convert: a word that strikes fear in the hearts of some and excitement in others. This university has gone through multiple transformations recently, ranging from the leap to Division I athletics to a new leader in President David Chicoine.
"South Dakota has the potential to become the Saudi Arabia of wind," says South Dakota U.S. Sen. John Thune. With the recent dedication of the MinnDakota Wind Power Project, wind has been a hot topic in South Dakota. The state ranks as the fourth windiest state in the country, according to the American Wind Energy Association, and investors are looking at building more wind farms in the state.
The SDSU Foundation Council of Trustees voted April 25 to accept the findings of a feasibility study that recommends a working goal of $175 million to $190 million for a Comprehensive Campaign that will enable the University to achieve goals set out in its strategic plan.
The Issue: SDSU has made progress to change multiple facets of campus and its overall mindset under the leadership of President Chicoine. Our View: Chicoine ushered in these advancements during his first year, but more steps need to be taken. SDSU's President David Chicoine has plenty of reasons to be proud of his first year.
For the first time in three years, the majority of Jackrabbit teams competed in the same conference, and during this year in the Summit League, the Jacks had great seasons. Looking back at the 2007-08 sports season, Nov. 17 will be a day to view as a historic day in Jackrabbit history.
The Fire and Ice tour came to the Swiftel Center on April 28. The show featured Tech N9ne, Paul Wall and special guest Ill Bill. According to his Web site, Aaron "Tech N9ne" Yates got his start in 1985 when he wrote his first rhyme on a dare. The next day he performed that rhyme at his school in Kansas City.
Last-minute studying during finals week leads to some students abusing caffeine products, but those students may not realize the consequences of excess caffeine. "The key to using caffeine is using it in moderation," said Brenda Andersen, associate director at Student Health and Counseling Services.
