… enrollment to its highest number in five years. Figures released by the South Dakota Board of Regents today shows total enrollment for fall 2023 at South Dakota’s largest and most comprehensive university at 11,505—the largest enrollment since 2019, when 11,518 students attended SDSU. The total enrollment includes a first-year class of 2,275 students, the third largest to enroll in SDSU … dreams and eventually move into careers that positively impact our communities and make society better for everyone,” SDSU President Barry Dunn said. “We are very excited about having the third-largest class of first-year students ever at SDSU, and to surpass an 80% retention rate for the third time in four years is amazing.” The 2,275 first-year student class …
… their advisor and the Graduate School staff. April 1-5 is Graduate Student Appreciation Week, a great opportunity to highlight a few graduate students at SDSU and the work they are accomplishing. Cierra Sazue, Alexis Barnes and James Okechukwu Kemeshi each have a unique story and path leading to SDSU. Their research, passions and goals are made possible with the academic … Master Gardeners would get so excited talking to grad students,” Barnes said. Alexis Barnes Barnes and her research were also featured in the February edition of Vegetable Grower News magazine. She points to the experience and expertise of her advisor in the field of sustainable horticulture as a benefit of her graduate education. She sought to learn more about …
… Jackrabbits near, far rally together to break records on seventh annual One Day for STATE Jackrabbits in all 50 states and across 15 countries united to tackle historic philanthropy on Sept. 7 during One Day for STATE. The South Dakota State University Foundation’s seventh annual giving day celebrated all things SDSU and the impact that can be made through private gifts. In 24 … said Erin Glidden, SDSU Foundation director of pipeline strategy. “This is our chance to work together and make a really bold impact for SDSU.” The celebration culminated with the community favorite Yellow and Blue Block Party. The festivities featured all the classics for the party’s lineup: performances by The Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band followed by the …
… SDSU commencement ceremonies back at Dacotah Bank Center South Dakota State University commencement ceremonies for the Class of 2024 will be held May 4 at the Dacotah Bank Center in Brookings. The move from campus is due to construction in Frost Arena as that facility continues its transformation into First Bank & Trust Arena. Three ceremonies will be held May 4 at 10 …
… Brookings middle school principal, SDSU alum given top SD award Todd Foster’s decades-long career in education has taken him in different directions and led him on a path of service to his students, school and community. This year, the South Dakota State University alum’s dedicated journey is being honored at the state level. Foster, who serves as principal of George S. Mickelson Middle … Championship trophy. He earned his administration degree from SDSU in 2005 and was hired as the high school principal in Flandreau. After 10 years there, around the time of his 50th birthday, Foster and his wife looked to Brookings as a place to close out their careers. “We always said, 'You know what, we’d love to end up in Brookings someday,’” Foster said. …
… SDSU to honor seven professional staff members Seven members of the professional staff at South Dakota State University will be honored for their quality work at the upcoming SDSU Professional Staff Advisory Council annual meeting. The event, held from 2:30-4 p.m. May 7 in the Wooster Celebration Hall at the SDSU Alumni Center, will include an all-staff … facilities, and assists with new and renovated facilities and internal department operations. She has also helped coordinate operations for two Jacks Bashes, College Football Gameday, opening of Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium, and multiple conference championships and NCAA events. She also oversees equipment operations and is the sport supervisor for swimming and diving. …
… SDSU to host ‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ Community Read events A series of events featuring the bestselling book “Killers of the Flower Moon” this semester will culminate April 5, when author David Grann will give a lecture on the South Dakota State University campus. The … and tribal politics and traditions. McEntee said it took a lot of support from a lot of different parties to host the events and bring Grann to campus. Work to do so started last May. After organizers confirmed they could get Grann to SDSU, the other plans started falling into place. The Community Read events are being sponsored by the South Dakota Humanities …