Coronavirus Update: USD will begin its fall semester Aug. 19 and conclude classroom instruction by Thanksgiving for most of its academic programs. The university is committed to on-campus operations this fall. USD will continue remote delivery through the summer academic term (May 18-Aug. 7). All USD-hosted events and visitor activities are canceled through July 31. USD plans to host graduation ceremonies on Saturday, Oct. 24, 2020, at the Sanford Coyote Sports Center. More Updates about USD's Pandemic Planning
Credit Hour COVID-19 Podcast
We know the disruptive effects of the COVID-19 global health pandemic has been raising a lot of questions about the way we live. Over the next several weeks, Credit Hour plans to share the perspectives of USD experts in hopes they can shed light on this situation and the path forward.
A Doctor's Firsthand Account
On this episode of Credit Hour, Dr. Leah Prestbo, a USD graduate and family medicine practitioner in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, discusses her firsthand experience as not only a physician in the pandemic but also as a COVID-19 patient.
Managing Cash Flow for Small Businesses
On this episode of Credit Hour, Matthew Heard, M.B.A., an instructor at the Beacom School of Business, explains how to manage cash flow for small businesses during COVID-19.
Understanding Viral Hotspots
Credit Hour interviews Susan Strobel, M.P.H., D.N.P., an assistant professor of public health at USD, to better understand viral hotspots during a pandemic.
A View from the ICU in New York
On this episode of Credit Hour, we sat down with Dr. Kevin Cwach, a USD alumnus, to talk about his work on the frontlines of the COVID-19 pandemic and his experience working the ICU in Long Island, New York.
Mental Wellness During a Crisis
Credit Hour interviews Kari Oyen, a licensed psychologist and an assistant professor of school psychology at USD, about maintaining mental and emotional wellness during a crisis situation.
Transitioning to Remote Learning
On this episode of Credit Hour, we speak with Wayne Kindle, Ed.D., superintendent of the Yankton School District, to learn how schools are managing the transition to remote learning.
Impact on the Economy
Credit Hour speaks with Kathryn Birkeland, Ph.D., associate professor of economics, who analyzes how COVID-19 is affecting the economy - locally, nationally and globally.
