Staying Connected to Your University

Once a student, forever an alum. Once a Jackrabbit, always a Jackrabbit!

It's hard to believe, but life after college gets even busier, and staying connected to this place and the people here might be more difficult than you think.

Before you ride off into the South Dakota sunset, think of how you can strengthen your link to your alma mater.

Connecting is Easier Than You Think

As you wrap-up your time as a student, know that your time as a Jackrabbit continues. You are now a part of the largest network of college graduates in the state of South Dakota. Whether you head back to your hometown, relocate to another South Dakota community or explore beyond the 605, you will always be a member of the South Dakota State University family.

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SDSU Alumni & Foundation
SDSU Alumni & Foundation
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Giving Opportunities

Private gifts provide the margin of excellence at SDSU. Since 2007, alumni, friends and business partners have gifted and committed more than $500 million to support these causes through the SDSU Alumni & Foundation. Your Jackrabbits experience was enriched by the generosity of donors — whether through a scholarship, funding for a program or new and enhanced facilities.

We encourage all graduates to consider giving back and supporting future Jackrabbits.
Stay True to the Yellow and Blue

Five ways a recent graduate can stay connected to SDSU:

  1. Display a piece of SDSU or Brookings memorabilia in your first house or apartment.
  2. Follow an official SDSU social media account to stay up to date on happenings around campus.
  3. Make tracks back to Brookings and visit campus when you can, whether for Hobo Day or just because.
  4. Stay in touch with an adviser or professor who made a difference in your experience.
  5. Give back whatever you can.