… Child and Family Resource Network to host ‘Common-Sense Parenting’ classes in April, May The Child and Family Resource Network at South Dakota State University is hosting its next “Common-Sense Parenting” class series starting April 11. The free, six-class series is designed for parents and individuals who engage with school-age children, kindergarten through …
… SDSU becomes approved center for play therapy The play therapy program in South Dakota State University’s Department of Counseling and Human Development has reached another milestone. It is the state’s first program to gain approval as a center for play therapy education from the Association for Play Therapy. The national professional society, established in 1982, offers training and continuing education as well as credentialing for registered play therapists. Play therapy helps children with social/emotional, behavioral and developmental disorders, including autism spectrum disorder and attention …
… Elementary Education (B.S.) Patrick Hales Enjoy working with youths. Are interested in studying and teaching in a specific subject area. Are a patient, positive, creative, energetic person. Have strong communication skills. Are willing to work hard to overcome challenges. All Undergraduate Majors B.S. School of Education, Counseling and Human Development College of Education and … Communication and Leadership (B.S.) - Agricultural Education Specialization Biology (B.S.) - Secondary Education Specialization Family and Consumer Sciences Education (B.S.) Teacher Para-professional Youth development specialist Youth mentor Director of childcare https://catalog.sdstate.edu/preview_program.php?catoid=49&poid=11645 Elementary educators set the …
… 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 …
… Nutrition Minor Elizabeth Droke Minor School of Health and Consumer Sciences College of Education and Human Sciences Brookings Main Campus Nutrition and Dietetics (B.S.) Production and Service of Wine, Beer and Spirits Minor Sustainable Local Foods Minor Community and Public Health (B.S.) Hospitality, Tourism and Event Management (B.S.) Food Safety Minor Food Science (B.S.) … school by providing a strong science knowledge base. The minor would benefit students in the hospitality and/or food service industries. The minor does not allow students to become a registered dietitian, but it provides a strong fundamental knowledge of metabolism and the complex interaction between foods and body systems. Health Sciences and Wellness …
… Nominations sought for 2024 Eminent Leaders in Agriculture, Family and Community Awards The Eminent Leaders in Agriculture, Family and Community Selection Committee is seeking nominations of individuals for South Dakota State University's Eminent Leaders in Agriculture, Family and Community Award Program. Founded in 1927, the program is marking its 97th … unselfishly of their talent, time and leadership. There is no age requirement, but the nominees must be living at the time honorees are notified. Spouses may be nominated, but a separate nomination form is needed for each individual. Recipients must be residents of South Dakota. If nominees were previously employed by SDSU, employment cannot have been within the …
… 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 …
… The South Dakota State University aviation program hosted students from the Sioux Falls School District’s Career and Technical Education Academy on a recent visit to the Brookings Regional Airport. About 50 high schoolers from the academy made the trip to Brookings Oct. 12 to learn what the aviation program has to offer at SDSU. CTE Academy Aviation and Media Arts teacher Laureen … said. “If they’re part of the CTE aviation classes, they have an interest in aviation and want to know more about it. So this is the next step if aviation is their career path. By coming up here, they get to talk to students who are in our program, some of our certified flight instructors and Admissions.” Admissions information included a brief presentation on …
… Distinguished Professor Distinguished Professor: Dr. Kendra Kattelmann Distinguished Professor is the institution’s highest level of scholarly distinction granted to a faculty member. Those who earn the designation “Distinguished Professor” are models of professional accomplishment, who, in addition to this accomplishment, demonstrate good character, professional integrity, and exemplary citizenship within the university community. Dr. Kattelmann has … and nutrition with students from Taiwan. Dr. Kattelmann supports the nutrition and dietetics profession by mentoring graduate students, particularly those who are pursing the registered dietitian nutrition credential. She is increasingly sought after by students to serve as their Graduate Advisor. Dr. Kattelmann has advised 47 (24 in the last five years) …