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.

Innovation & Workforce Development
USD Students Receive Honorable Mentions for Prestigious Udall Scholarship
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Interdisciplinary Clinical Outreach Trip Changes Lives for USD Students
Summary: 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. -
USD College of Arts & Sciences Faculty Receive Teaching, Research, Service Awards
Summary: 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. -
USD's Jarchow Receives National Sustainability Fellows Award
Summary: 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. -
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.
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.