USD Community College for Sioux Falls

Registration Deadline: January 12 It can be difficult to find training, education and best practice classroom strategies for students who have sensory difficulties and complex needs. Through a collaboration between the University of South Dakota, the South Dakota Deaf-Blind Project and the National Center on Deaf-Blindness, online professional development opportunities for teachers and related service providers is offered, with a variety of credit options available. Although the information is geared toward Deaf-Blindness, much of what is learned can be applied to students with severe disabilities/complex needs. This training is available for both in-state and out-of-state participants. For additional information regarding course content and registration, check us out on Eventbrite.

Earn prizes for climbing! This program is free for any student or Wellness Center member.

This course is designed to provide sign language vocabulary skills to parents and professionals working with individuals with disabilities who struggle with expressive and receptive communication. Participants will explore a variety of vocabulary that will promote clearer communication within the home, classroom, work or community environment. Feb. 20th - May 8th Thursdays 6:00-7:30 PM CST

The Spring Bootcamp is led by certified trainers and is a cardio/strength circuit style workout. The class meets MWF from March 16 to April 27. (No class on April 10). Class size is limited.

Join us at CTL to learn important skills on document annotations in the digital age. As is known, annotating a physical book (marking important passages, highlighting special words, writing notes in the margins) is a good way to tarnish it forever. Fortunately, annotations aren't so destructive when reading digitally or on the web. This workshop will cover best practices, software and guide to help faculty show students how to annotate PDFs as well. Remote Instruction ONLY: Please register with, CTL@usd.edu to receive joining Link via ZOOM. Required 24 hour pre-event registration is necessary.

Hiring someone with a disability is not an act of charity. One of the hardest things about living with a disability means living with the assumptions people will make. That's why it is important to understand that a candidate is to not be defined by his or her disability. Employers in South Dakota are hiring people with disabilities because it is good for businesses' bottom line. If you are a job seeker, please consider attending if you are looking for employment. Location: Augustana University Elmen Center, 2505 S. Grange Ave., Sioux Falls, SD 57105 If you are an employer, please consider registering for a vendor booth to interact and engage with prospective employees of all abilities!

IdeaFest is an annual USD event celebrating student research, creative scholarship and academic engagement. Undergraduate and graduate students in all disciplines present their work in oral and poster presentations, live performances, readings, exhibits and displays. Not only does it offer students a unique opportunity to present their work, it's a way for the surrounding community to see how research and other academic activities enhance the education of students. The celebratory two-day event also sets the stage to welcome distinguished keynote speakers and other inspirational activities. All presentations will be virtual. Check the IdeaFest website for more information.

This session will give you a brief overview of the Study Abroad and National Student Exchange programs that are available to you. It is also an opportunity to ask general questions prior to deciding on a program. Students interested in studying abroad or National Student Exchange must attend a Study Away 101 session prior to scheduling an appointment with the Study Away/NSE Advisor. If the session times conflict with your schedule, email theworld@usd.edu for alternative meeting times.

An event that allows Spanish speakers of all levels to come together and celebrate the beauty of language and culture! Location: Language Lab Slagle 310

Join Student Services in the MUC Pit weekly on Tuesdays from 3-4 for a Coyote Tradition! FREE Yote Floats EVERY WEEK!

Dr. Jewel Shepherd, assistant professor of Health Services Administration at the Beacom School of Business, will give the first keynote address titled "Managing the Opioid Epidemic with an Interprofessional Approach." Join via Zoom: https://usd.zoom.us/j/437200226

This is the weekly meeting of the staff for KAOR-FM, 91.1, USD's student radio station. All students are welcome, they do not have to be Media & Journalism majors to participate. They must be enrolled at USD and pursuing a degree to be part of the staff, however.

USD's Ioana Galu, violin and Susan Keith Gray, piano, are joined by guest violinists Penny Thompson Kruse and Sheila Santa, in a special event, open to the public at no charge.

Find out what's "Up Next" in Vermillion every Wednesday at 8 a.m. The Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company and the Vermillion NEXT young professionals network invite you to join in the weekly coffee hour. Presentations from area businesses, groups and event committees on exciting new happenings here in Vermillion. The coffee is free and great networking opportunities are guaranteed. Location: Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company, McVicker Plaza, 2 E. Main Street, Vermillion Contact: Vermillion Area Chamber & Development Company | 605-624-5571 | vcdc@vermillionchamber.com

Move from functional expert to delivering results through other people. Learn how to delegate, supervise former peers as well as fundamental supervision and management skills while creating a positive and productive work climate. Registration required at usd.edu/cpd

Dr. Scott McConneel, professor of Educational Psychology and Child Psychology at the University of Minnesota, will give the second IdeaFest keynote address titled "From Ideas to Action - For the Bold and the Brave." Join via Zoom: https://usd.zoom.us/j/437200226

Rotary club meets every Wednesday in the Al Neuharth Media Center Conference Room. For more information, visit www.vermillionrotaryclub.org/

Watch live local and campus news on Midco Channel 21 Wednesdays at 5 p.m. USD students bring you the latest news and sports from Vermillion. Submit story ideas to kyotnews@coyotes.usd.edu

In conjunction with the South Dakota Clarinet Day, the USD Department of Music invites you to this special concert event. Yamileth Perez, clarinet, Orquidea Guandique, viola, and Fernando Zuniga, piano, all faculty from the University of Costa Rica, present this public recital, open to the public at no charge.

This workshop provides practical tips and strategies for creating effective resumes and cover letters. Bring your questions. The presenter is Heather Johnson, Assistant Director, Academic Career and Planning Center. Students can attend online by visiting the Online Writing Center in D2L and selecting Communications > Zoom Conferencing (USD) > workshop link.