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Office of the President

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President Barry H. Dunn

Barry H. Dunn was named the 20th president of South Dakota State University in April 2016, the fourth alumnus chosen to lead the institution. He assumed office May 23, 2016.
Strategic Initiatives
President Barry H. Dunn with Wokini Scholars

The Wokini Initiative is SDSU’s collaborative and holistic framework to support American Indian student success and Indigenous Nation-building.
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SDState's current strategic plan which includes the R1 Our Way plan.

President Dunn with SF Middle School Students

SDSU Connect aligns the university’s traditional land-grant mission with the modern needs of Sioux Falls.
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Communication
Monday Message

The Monday Message is a weekly communication from the Office of the President to the South Dakota State University community.

Monday Messages
Monday Message Submission Form
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Communication
State of the University

State of the University address was delivered by Barry H. Dunn, President of South Dakota State University on Sept. 20, 2023. You can read a transcript of the speech in its entirety.

2023 State of the University
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Office of the President
Physical Address
1015 Campanile Ave.
Brookings, SD 57007
Mailing Address
SAD 222, Box 2201
Brookings, SD 57007
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Hours
Mon - Fri: 8:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.