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Jul. 12, 10:09 AM

South Dakota State University Hosts the Third Year of Research Extension Experiences for Undergraduates Summer Program

Research and Extension Experiences for Undergraduates (REEU) program is in its third year at South Dakota State University.
Jul. 11, 4:47 PM

SDSU researchers part of new national transportation center

South Dakota State University researchers will develop innovative techniques to repair and construct bridges and roadways through a new U.S. Department of Transportation-funded research center.
Jul. 10, 11:31 AM

Isaac Salfer Joins South Dakota State University as Assistant Professor in Dairy Production

The South Dakota State University Dairy and Food Science Department welcomes Isaac Salfer as assistant professor in dairy production.

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West River Field School

Jul. 16, 2019 8:30 AM Off-Campus

The 2019 West River Field School will focus on weeds, insects, plant diseases, and forages. State Climatologist, Laura Edwards, will be available to provide a climate update and the day will wrap up with a tour of the West River Research Farm.
Ornament Turf

Jul. 18, 2019 6:30 PM McCrory Gardens Education & Visitor Center

Third Thursday - July 18, 2019 - 6:30pm - Free!
Third Thursday at the Gardens
Ornamental Turf
SDSU Instructor of Horticulture Brett Owens will lead this class regarding lawn and turf care.
Dwivedi to give overview of democracy in India

Jul. 18, 2019 7:00 PM Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center

India native Chandradhar Dwivedi, distinguished professor emeritus of pharmacy at South Dakota State University, will speak on democracy in India at a July 18 gathering on campus.