South Dakota State University
Congratulations President Barry Dunn for being selected the Harold W. McGraw Jr. Prize in Higher Education. Dunn’s work to improve college access for Native Americans advances the principles of equity and inclusion and demonstrates the power of education to elevate human potential, two core principles of the McGraw Prize. Dunn created the Wokini Initiative to increase programming and support for students from South Dakota’s nine tribal nations.
You Belong Here. Here's your chance to experience SDSU. Take the opportunity to make connections, follow your career path, to try something new. With nearly 200 program offerings, 240+ unique student organizations, daily campus events, community outreach, innovative research, performing arts and Division I athletics, there's a place for everyone at SDSU.
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Student Activities
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The College Tour
SDSU is featured in season four of The College Tour. The 30-minute episode, hosted by reality TV star Alex Boylan, showcases what life is like at SDState through the eyes of Jackrabbits.
Awards & Rankings
Numerous entities rank SDSU’s colleges and academic programs among the nation’s best.
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Student Life
Maximize your Jackrabbit experience by engaging with new people, joining a club, attending events and getting involved in the community. There is so much that our SDSU community has to offer.
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The Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center
The Opportunity Center embraces SDSU’s land-grant mission by supporting educational access for all students.
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American Indian Opportunities
SDSU seeks to create a welcoming and supportive campus environment for American Indian students through a variety of academic programs, scholarships, student services and initiatives.
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