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Sep. 20, 8:12 AM

Anderson named outstanding young speech teacher

While she might be known more for her TedX talks or her research, South Dakota State University Associate Professor Jenn Anderson will now be known as this year’s Outstanding Young Speech Teacher from the Speech Communication Association of South Dakota.
Sep. 19, 1:42 PM

Raven Precision Agriculture Center to prepare students for growing industry

In 2016, South Dakota State University became the first institution in the nation to offer a bachelor’s degree in precision agriculture. Two short years later, SDState will break ground on the Raven Precision Agriculture Center on Oct. 6.
Sep. 18, 4:48 PM

Beef Bucks, Inc. Named 2018 South Dakota State University Friend of the Beef Industry

Beef Bucks, Inc., has been named the 2018 South Dakota State University Friend of the Beef Industry. The Beef Bucks program is a non-profit organization that strives to promote the beef industry and educate consumers.

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The Muslims Are Coming!

Sep. 20, 2018 7:00 PM University Student Union

Debunking myths about Islam and Islamophobia.
A lecture and discussion addressing myths about Islam and Islamophobia.
"You've never laughed this hard at a Muslim"
SDSU. Sustainability. & YOU.

Sep. 21, 2018 10:30 AM University Student Union

Learn about what can be recycled and watch the SDSU Fall Waste Audit.

*Due to the predicted rainy weather, this event has been postponed to Friday Sept. 21.
We Move as a Group: Uniting the Genders in the Fight Against Rape Culture

Sep. 21, 2018 12:00 PM University Student Union

Alice Sebold discusses her memoir, Lucky, which recounts her rape as a student at Syracuse University and its emotional and legal aftermath. Sebold is committed to inspiring a more open and inclusive conversation about sexual assault.
Sponsored by the South Dakota Festival of Books.