The South Dakotan Arts & sciences
The South Dakotan Arts & Sciences is the story hub of the USD College of Arts & Sciences. Here you’ll find stories and news highlighting the meaningful contributions of our students, faculty and staff, and alumni.
The Latest
May 14, 2025
Two USD Students Win South Dakota Governor’s Giant Vision Competition
University of South Dakota Department of Sustainability & Environment students Khushboo Jain and Abhinav Chandel took first place and a $5,000 prize in the South Dakota Governor’s Giant Vision Competition.
May 13, 2025
Interdisciplinary Clinical Outreach Trip Changes Lives for USD Students
When five University of South Dakota students packed their bags for Guatemala, they weren’t just gearing up for a change of scenery – they were embarking on a life-changing experience.
Apr 28, 2025
USD College of Arts & Sciences Faculty Receive Teaching, Research, Service Awards
The University of South Dakota College of Arts & Sciences presented several faculty members with awards for their contributions to education through teaching, research and public service.
Apr 17, 2025
USD's Jarchow Receives National Sustainability Fellows Award
Meghann Jarchow, Ph.D., chair and professor in the Department of Sustainability & Environment at the University of South Dakota, has been awarded the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education (AASHE) Fellows Award for her leadership in the field.
Alumni
USD to Host Truman Scholars' Panel Moderated by Clifton Truman Daniel
The University of South Dakota will host a public panel discussion featuring a selection of USD’s Truman Scholars, moderated by President Harry S. Truman’s grandson, on Thursday, Oct. 10 at 4 p.m. in Farber Hall, located inside Old Main.
USD Alumnus and Chicago White Sox Biomechanist Receives Distinguished Dissertation Award
University of South Dakota alumnus and Chicago White Sox biomechanist Aaron Trunt was awarded the 2024 USD Distinguished Dissertation Award in the category of Mathematics, Physical Sciences and Engineering for his dissertation, “Skeletal Modeling Parameters and Clinical Factors Related to Injury Risk in Baseball Pitchers.”
USD to Celebrate Outstanding Alumni October 11
The University of South Dakota is recognizing four alumni for their personal and professional achievements on Oct. 11 during the Unleash Your Legacy Alumni Achievement Award Ceremony. In addition, the Legacy Family of the Year will be honored.
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USD Student Alex Vonderau to Study in Kyrgyzstan as Part of Critical Language Scholarship Program
Summary: University of South Dakota student Alex Vonderau was selected for the nationally competitive Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program. As a recipient of this scholarship, Vonderau will travel to Kyrgyzstan, a country in Central Asia, and study the Russian language.
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Mrozla and Feldhacker Honored with USD Belbas-Larson Awards
Summary: Associate Professor Thomas Mrozla and Assistant Professor Mackenzie Feldhacker are the recipients of the 2025 University of South Dakota Belbas-Larson Awards for Excellence in Teaching. They will be recognized at the USD commencement ceremony and receive a framed certificate, a commemorative medal and a $5,000 tribute.
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USD's Griffin Petersen Appointed as Student Regent to the South Dakota Board of Regents
Summary: University of South Dakota student Griffin Petersen has been appointed as the student representative to the South Dakota Board of Regents.
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Anderson Lab Discovers New Insights Into the Extreme Muscle Movements of Chameleons
Summary: Biologists at the University of South Dakota have identified the ways two muscles function to help chameleons power their propulsive tongues to catch and eat prey.
Guest Column
The media & journalism program at USD checks all the boxes when it comes to preparing students to attack the intense world of media. From access to top of the line equipment, to a beautiful Coyote News studio, to endless opportunities to get hands on experience in a variety of media settings, students can literally dabble in everything and figure out which path they want to take with their media career.
Guest Column | Kelly Stewart
Kelly Stewart '16 reflects on her time at USD, her career at Midco and how her passion and career are one and the same.
