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Amber Schmidt

Amber Schmidt

Amber Schmidt

Director of Admissions

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Biography

Hometown: Sioux Falls, SD – Roosevelt High School
College: Dakota State University - 2008
Major: Computer Graphic Design

Why did you choose DSU? I chose DSU because I wanted to be close to home and I was looking for a school where I wouldn’t get lost in the crowd and feel like I was valued. I also couldn’t beat the value/cost of a DSU education anywhere else. 

Favorite DSU experience? My favorite part of my college experience at DSU was the people I met. I have made friends that I will cherish forever, met my husband, 
College was an amazing experience and was some of the best years of my life so far. 

Five Facts About Me:
  1. I love going to concerts. Anything but country. Definitely rock and roll.
  2. My favorite pizza is thin crust, pepperoni, black and green olives.
  3. I played softball at DSU.
  4. I love a good book and a cozy blanket.
  5. I have a diabetic and blind puggle named Bruno. He’s cute and cuddly, and has cat like tendencies.
Five tips for Future DSU Trojans:
  1. Get involved on campus. It’s a great way to meet new people. Maybe even your future best friend!
  2. Start the application process early. Gradually working your way through this process can help alleviate many of the stressors that come with the overall application and enrollment processes.
  3. Scholarships, scholarships, scholarships!!! My biggest regret was not spending more time on completing scholarship applications. You’ve got to love and want free money!
  4. Visit campus. One of the best ways to make sure your future school feels like home, is to in fact visit and see if it truly feels like home.
  5. Don’t be afraid to reach out to your admission counselor, it’s why we’re here. You may have questions along the way, and you don’t need to be shy about asking. We have folks here to help you with every step of the admission process. We’re here to help!
Why should a student consider DSU?
The overall experience. The small class sizes. The opportunity to know your faculty personally. The easy way to get involved in clubs, orgs, and events. The easiness of getting to know others and making friends. The affordability, as well as our outcome rates. DSU truly is an outstanding place to receive an education!

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Office Location: Heston Hall
Phone: 605-681-8238
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