College of Arts and Sciences
September 11, 2024
Homecoming royalty crowned
Braxton Lacher and Maya Plummer were crowned king and queen at Dakota State’s coronation ceremony.
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September 11, 2024
Study abroad trip takes K-12 teachers along ancient trade route
DSU Professor David Kenley led a unique modern-day trek along the Silk Road as part of a program for K-12 teachers from across the United States. The trip was funded by the National Consortium for Teaching about Asia (NCTA).
September 10, 2024
Big day elevates DSU legacy
The opening of the Beacom PREMIER Complex will create distinctive opportunities that will benefit Dakota State and the surrounding region for years to come.
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September 3, 2024
Exceeding Expectations
First-year numbers show that expectations were exceeded in the first year of the Governors Cyber Academy, a program that fuels students’ passions for cyber careers.
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August 27, 2024
DSU's True Trojans
Dakota State University has named several employees “True Trojans” at the 2024 Welcome and University Address on August 19.
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August 23, 2024
Scott & Sara Schlisner and family named Ag Bowl Captains
Longtime Madison area farmers Scott & Sara Schlisner and family are 2024's Ag Bowl Captains. The family will be honored at the DSU game on Thursday, Aug. 29.
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August 23, 2024
DSU’s AdapT Lab modifies car for Lifescape
Working with LifeScape in Sioux Falls, faculty and DSU students in the AdapT Lab retrofit electric cars to give kids the ability to explore their world.
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August 20, 2024
NBA referee Tre Maddox to visit campus
NBA Referee and DSU alumnus Tre Maddox is returning to DSU for a visit.
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August 8, 2024
DSU signs new agreement with Army Cyber Center of Excellence
Students at two organizations will benefit from a new memorandum of understanding (MOU) between Dakota State University and the Army Cyber Center of Excellence (CCoE).
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August 8, 2024
Peraton awards DSU student scholarships
Dakota State University students are following in their parents’ footsteps.
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August 1, 2024
DSU student organizations honored for distinction
Three student organizations were honored at the late summer Board of Regents’ meeting on campus.
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July 30, 2024
Bravo presents research at national conference
Recent DSU graduate Denyce Bravo successfully shared her research into the antimicrobial properties of alfalfa honey at the American Society of Microbiology (ASM) annual conference in Atlanta.
June 27, 2024
Berry named Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences
Dr. Stacey Berry has been named Dean of the College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University. Provost Rebecca Hoey announced the hiring following a nationwide search.
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June 24, 2024
Guo earns NSF EPSCoR LEAPS-MPS grant
Dr. Peng Guo has been awarded a Launching Early-Career Academic Pathways in the Mathematical and Physical Sciences (LEAPS-MPS) grant from the National Science Foundation (NSF) through the Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR) for research in quantum physics.
June 12, 2024
NSF funds South Dakota STEM education pathways
Dakota State University has joined 10 other state agencies in an effort to create pathways for young learners to become interested in STEM fields. This work will be funded through a National Science Foundation grant program aimed at enhancing the state's research and development competitiveness and promote scientific progress nationwide.
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June 10, 2024
DSU and Concordia blend strengths through a new partnership
Dakota State University and Concordia College (Minn.) are unique institutions of higher learning, but by blending their strengths, they will be able to provide new opportunities for their students’ successful careers.
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June 10, 2024
DSU to join Cybersecurity Clinic Consortium
Dakota State University has been selected to receive $1 million in grant funding and wraparound support from Google’s Cybersecurity Clinics Fund to establish the Dakota State University Cybersecurity Clinic.
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May 22, 2024
Spring 2024 Honors List Released
A total of 661 full-time and 188 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2024 spring semester at Dakota State University.
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May 22, 2024
Game design for the next gen
An immersive and unique curriculum series in Dakota State University’s Computer Game Design program provides students with the opportunity to develop entire games from concept to console as a team.
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April 30, 2024
Longevity Milestones
Dakota State University recognized employees for their dedication and commitment at the annual Longevity Reception on April 16.
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April 30, 2024
Game Design student advances from board games to coding games
Jacob Hoge, a junior Game Design major from Lincoln, Neb., received the best game award for a fall semester project.
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April 25, 2024
Honored Students
Every year, we are able to celebrate the achievements of our students, those who have worked especially hard to excel and contribute to their own future as well as to the lives and progress of those around them.
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April 24, 2024
Headrick wins best 2D animation for fall semester
Beau Headrick, a junior Digital Art & Design Production Animation major from Canton, S.D., chose DSU for its tech focus and great animation program. Headrick won the fall semester’s best project for 2D animation.
April 24, 2024
Award Winning Faculty
Several Dakota State University faculty members received awards at the annual Honors Reception on April 18.
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April 15, 2024
Culberson wins fall semester award for modeling & texturing
Lainy Culberson, a senior Digital Art & Design (DAD) – Production Animation major from Rapid City, was awarded best 3D modeling and texturing for the fall semester for her piece titled “Retro Building.”
April 11, 2024
DSU adds Espionage Camp to summer schedule
High schoolers can trade their bats and gloves for laptops this summer by registering for Dakota State University’s first-ever Cyber Espionage Camp in from June 24 to 26.
April 10, 2024
DSU art students to exhibit projects
Drawings, digital illustrations and photography, paintings, animations, digital sound projects, and 3D works will fill the BrickHouse this week. These works, created by DSU Digital Art & Design (DAD) students, will be displayed by the Madison Area Arts Council (MAAC) at the BrickHouse on Thursday, April 11 from 7 to 9 p.m.
April 5, 2024
Create and captivate
Dakota State University will offer a new interdisciplinary degree program in Digital Content Creation beginning fall 2024.
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April 5, 2024
DSU creates new double major option
Dakota State University students interested in a future in the medical field can now double major in Biology and Exercise Science.
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April 4, 2024
DSU to offer advanced AI degrees
Dakota State University is elevating its emerging technology offerings with advanced degrees in Artificial Intelligence. Master’s programs will begin in fall 2024.
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March 27, 2024
Alfalfa research expands to honey
A new project at Dakota State University shows why honey is useful to treat infections on a molecular basis by looking at honey produced by bees that gather nectar from alfalfa and its antimicrobial properties.
March 27, 2024
Princeton Review ranks DSU game design program in top 50 programs
The Princeton Review has named Dakota State University’s game design program among the top 50 undergraduate programs.
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March 12, 2024
Gene Swallow art featured in DSU gallery
Contemporary Lakota artist Gene Swallow’s “Modern Lakota” exhibit is on display in Dakota State University’s First Bank & Trust Gallery now through April 15.
March 1, 2024
DSU professor’s photo featured on billboard
Dakota State University Art Professor Tom Jones has his artwork displayed on a billboard on Highway 34, west of Madison.
February 23, 2024
DSU to celebrate 40 years of technology-focused mission
On Feb. 29, 1984, then-Governor Bill Janklow signed House Bill 1357, changing Dakota State’s mission to include technology in all programs. The yearbook at the time called this “A Brand New Day.”
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February 22, 2024
Camaraderie is Key
At Dakota State University, the General Beadle Honors Program is a catalyst, providing students with an academically rigorous program while simultaneously enriching their lives in ways they are quick to articulate.
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February 8, 2024
Quantum researcher to speak at DSU
Quantum researcher Dr. Vladimir Gasparyan will visit Dakota State University to speak about quantum mechanics on Thursday, February 22, at 1 p.m. in MadLabs.
February 8, 2024
From the Great Plains to Washington, D.C.: DSU In Our Nation’s Capital
Cybersecurity and AI continue to be a focus in D.C. and nationwide, and Dakota State University is pleased to lead the conversation in these emerging areas, highlighting the importance of public-private partnerships. The Fall 2023 semester included major successes for the University in the nation’s capital.
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February 1, 2024
Gerald Auger wins Wild West Hackin’ Fest award
Gerald Auger has built his brand: Simply Cyber. Through a YouTube channel, he shares information, builds community, and helps others launch careers in cybersecurity.
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January 23, 2024
DSU hosts Global Game Jam site
Dakota State University is hosting a Global Game Jam site at The Beacom Institute of Technology from January 26-28.
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January 5, 2024
2023 Fall Honors List Released
A total of 702 full-time and 183 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2023 fall semester at Dakota State University (DSU) in Madison, S.D.
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December 18, 2023
Regents expand continuing ed options for state employees
State employees will have expanded educational opportunities after action from the state Board of Regents (BOR) this week.
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December 18, 2023
BOR approves expanding SD Advantage program
The South Dakota Board of Regents voted this week to expand its South Dakota Advantage program to include students from Minnesota, Kansas, and Missouri.
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December 13, 2023
Resonant Landscapes: DSU researchers make music with nature
DSU student Carter Gordon is collaborating with Dr. Tate Carson on “Resonant Landscapes: Soundscapes of South Dakota,” a research project which will use field recordings from South Dakota state parks to electronically create music.
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November 16, 2023
DSU Undergraduate research grants awarded
Thirteen undergraduate students were awarded funds to complete their research projects for the 2023-24 academic year.
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November 15, 2023
DSU awarded grant to help low-income STEM students
DSU awarded grant to help low-income STEM students. Scholarships provide financial assistance and academic support.
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November 14, 2023
Grants awarded for faculty research
Faculty Research Initiative (FRI) grants for the 2023-24 school year have been selected.
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November 14, 2023
Game Developer is Global Entrepreneur Week speaker
When entrepreneur Nick Cash says life is a game, he means it literally.
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November 13, 2023
Lights, camera, animation
An internship during graduate school helped DSU alumna Breanne Butters build her career at DreamWorks Animation.
November 9, 2023
Thomas Jefferson expert was History & Ethics speaker
Dakota State University hosted their third annual History & Ethics forum on Tuesday, Nov. 7. This year’s guest speaker was Clay Jenkinson, Director of the Dakota Institute.
October 20, 2023
Karl Mundt Oral Interpretation Tournament is Saturday
The 40th annual Karl E. Mundt Dakota Invitational Oral Interpretation Tournament will be held on Saturday, October 21, at Dakota State University in Madison, S.D.
October 5, 2023
The distinctive impact of undergraduate research
Recent DSU graduate Jay Alexander attended the National Plant Health Conference with Dr. Andrew Sathoff to present alfalfa gene research they conducted last school year.
September 26, 2023
Blue Bytes: Damian Kortus
Blue Bytes: Damian Kortus ‘23 / English for New Media When searching for universities in South Dakota, Dakota State University stood out to Damian Kortus.
September 26, 2023
Day of Giving and Service successful
The Dakota State University Foundation raised over $300,000 for DSU programs and scholarships on September 14, which was Day of Giving 2023. A record-setting number of volunteers also participated in DSU’s annual Day of Service on the same day.
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September 25, 2023
Sam Bloom photography featured in DSU Art Gallery
Sioux Falls-based photographer Sam Bloom has returned to his hometown of Madison for an exhibition in DSU’s First Bank & Trust Art Gallery. The exhibit is on display through Friday, Oct. 13.
September 14, 2023
Suzy Collignon-Hodgen & Max Hodgen named parade marshals
Dakota State alumni Max Hodgen (B.S. ’97 & ’99, M.S. ’09) and Suzy Collignon-Hodgen (B.S. ’98) are the 2023 Trojan Days Parade Marshals. The couple’s origins began at DSU.
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September 13, 2023
DSU enrollment tops 3500
DSU enrollment tops 3500 for the first time ever. Growth seen in multiple categories.
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September 10, 2023
Join DSU for Day of Giving
The Dakota State University Foundation invites the Madison community to RISE UP and help DSU reach the goal of raising $250,000 for Day of Giving on Thursday, Sept. 14. Day of Giving coincides with Dakota State’s homecoming celebration, Trojan Days.
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August 28, 2023
Student research looks to confirm snake fungal disease in SD
Through research, Adam Peak hopes to discover whether the Snake Fungal Disease can affect the Plains Garter Snake, South Dakota’s most common snake.
August 28, 2023
Johnson Farms named 2023 Ag Bowl Captains
This year’s Ag Bowl Captains are members of Johnson Farms from Madison. These humble farmers are part of the partnership between ag and education that has been part of the region’s past, present, and future.
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August 28, 2023
DSU honors 'True'Trojan' award winners
Dakota State University has kicked off the new academic year by honoring several employees as “True Trojans.”
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August 21, 2023
DSU alum moves on to nursing career
DSU alum moves on to nursing career. Life can take unexpected but exciting turns.
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July 19, 2023
Rizi awarded amateur radio scholarship
Tony Rizi is passionate about exploring the world of amateur radio and digital communications and inspiring and shaping the future of wireless technology.
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July 18, 2023
DSU announces spring 2023 graduates
Dakota State University in Madison, S.D. celebrates spring 2023 graduates. The 279 graduates earned a total of 357 degrees, 36 associate degrees, 216 baccalaureate degrees, 42 master’s degrees and 9 earned doctoral degrees. Additionally, 52 undergraduate certificates and 2 graduate certificates were earned.
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July 10, 2023
From science student to Science Steve
Watermelon and toilet paper are just a couple of the props used by Science Steve — technically Steven Rokusek, an education specialist with South Dakota Public Broadcasting — to teach fun and humorous lessons about physics, chemistry, anatomy, and more.
July 6, 2023
Digital Arts & Design grad finds success as entrepreneur
After graduating from DSU in 2013, Martin spent a brief period overseas playing basketball. But he ultimately returned to Atlanta, where he started his own business, EYA Sports, a multi-million-dollar basketball training program.
June 23, 2023
DSU organizations honored by BOR
The South Dakota Board of Regents (BOR) honored three Dakota State University organizations at the June meeting.
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June 20, 2023
DSU placement rates at 99.7%
Dakota State University is excited to announce the Class of 2022’s placement rates are at 99.7%.
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June 19, 2023
DSU, Army Cyber sign partnership agreement
Dakota State University and ArmyCyber (ARCYBER) have signed an Educational Partnership Agreement (EPA) at a ceremony held at DSU on June 19.
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June 13, 2023
Arts & Sciences to be led by new leadership team
The College of Arts & Sciences at Dakota State University will have a new leadership team for the 2023-2024 academic year.
June 12, 2023
Dr. Mary Bell named Dean of DSU’s Beacom College
Dr. Mary Bell has been named the new Dean of The Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences at Dakota State University (DSU).
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June 5, 2023
Unique internships spark interest
DSU grad recommends internships for underrepresented students
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May 19, 2023
DSU students earn accolades at film festival
Dakota State’s Lights Camera Action Club (LCA) earned multiple awards from the 54 Film Festival this spring, for their film Agent 54.
May 17, 2023
2023 Spring Honors List Released
A total of 595 full-time and 205 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2023 spring semester at Dakota State University (DSU) in Madison, S.D.
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May 9, 2023
Awards announced at 2023 Honors Reception
Four Dakota State University faculty members received awards at the annual Honors Reception on April 18.
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May 8, 2023
Student Honors Awards 2022-2023
Student Honors Awards 2022-2023
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May 8, 2023
Tordsen’s final year of accomplishments
Extended eligibility due to COVID allowed Conner Tordsen (B.S. ’22) to return to DSU for the 2023 spring semester as a student-athlete in track & field and earn a third minor in business.
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May 4, 2023
DSU diploma is a Ticket to Ride
Dakota State University’s spring graduates will learn how their DSU diploma is a “ticket to ride,” in the commencement address from Dr. David Kenley.
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April 24, 2023
DSUnite Shatters Fundraising Record
DSUnite raises over $500,000 for student scholarships at Dakota State University
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April 17, 2023
DAD students fundraise for Feeding South Dakota
Dakota State Digital Arts & Design (DAD) students and faculty are fundraising for Feeding South Dakota this Thursday, April 20, from 3 to 6 p.m. at Sundog Coffee.
March 17, 2023
Research events planned at Dakota State
Research Week 2023 brings DSU research to the world, and the world to DSU with our keynote speaker.
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March 13, 2023
Will AI Chatbots Raise Digital Equity Concerns for Students?
Some ed-tech experts say the need to close the digital divide will only grow more urgent as Internet-based artificial intelligence tools become commonplace in schools and universities.
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March 9, 2023
DSU recognizes 62 long-time employees
Dakota State University has recognized 62 employees for their dedication and commitment to the university at the annual Longevity Reception on March 1.
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March 8, 2023
Faculty presented workshop on technology competition with China
Two DSU faculty members presented a workshop titled “Huawei, 5G, and the China-US Technology Race: A NCTA Workshop for K-12 Educators” via Zoom on Tuesday evening, March 7.
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February 28, 2023
Certified Tutors love their job
Gage Schacher and Jess Tarr, tutors with the DSU Trojan Tutoring Center are now CRLA certified. Both love the job, and enjoy helping student learners and seeing them progress.
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February 21, 2023
Alexander researching alfalfa genes for SRI grant
Alexander, an Analytical Science major from Aurora, Ill., received a Student Research Initiative (SRI) grant this year to study the Functional Analysis of Differentially Expressed Genes in Alfalfa Inoculated with Aphanomyces.
February 21, 2023
DSU Fall 2022 graduates
Dakota State University in Madison, S.D. celebrates Fall 2022 graduates. The 171 graduates earned a total of 195 degrees, 13 associate degrees, 104 baccalaureate degrees, 54 master’s degrees and 2 earned doctoral degrees.
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February 16, 2023
Midwest Forage Association meeting at DSU
The Midwest Forage Association (MFA) meeting is being held at Dakota State University on Tuesday, Feb. 28.
February 15, 2023
Romero art exhibit featured in Marshall
Wendy Romero’s exhibit Experimental Strata is currently featured in Marshall, Minn., at the Marshall Area Fine Arts Council.
February 14, 2023
Two faculty selected for biennial art exhibition
Angela Behrends and Tom Jones have artwork featured in the South Dakota Governor’s 10th Biennial Art Exhibition.
February 10, 2023
Griffiths receives Chief Executive Leadership Award from CASE
Honor recognizes outstanding leadership and service in support of education
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February 8, 2023
Bowman refused to be discouraged from cybersecurity field
For those considering a career in cybersecurity, Ben Bowman’s advice is simple: be a little bit stubborn.
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February 3, 2023
Neonicotinoid research continues
Elsie Aslesen received her second Student Research Initiative (SRI) grant to continue research after finding neonicotinoid presence in the eggshells of birds last year.
February 2, 2023
Rebstock continues alfalfa research through SRI grant
For over two years, DSU Biology student Travis Rebstock has been researching alfalfa with Dr. Andrew Sathoff, Assistant Biology Professor.
January 31, 2023
Global Game Jam site at DSU
Dakota State University will be hosting a Global Game Jam site from Friday, February 3 at 5 p.m. to Sunday, February 5 at 5 p.m. in The Beacom Institute of Technology.
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January 31, 2023
Detecting bias in interviews
Christine Vogel is conducting research to detect bias in personal outcome measures interviewers through the organization LifeScape for a Student Research Initiative grant.
January 11, 2023
Securing information through cryptography
Cryptography is the effort to try to secure information, explained Spanier, Associate Professor in The Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences.
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January 10, 2023
2022 Fall Honors List Released
A total of 594 full-time and 195 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2022 fall semester at Dakota State University (DSU) in Madison, S.D.
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December 20, 2022
Griffiths one of 50 influential women in AI
Dakota State University President José-Marie Griffiths has been named to the InspiredMinds! Community’s top 50 most influential women in 2022.
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December 19, 2022
Rebstock only undergraduate presenter at World Alfalfa Congress
Travis Rebstock was the only undergraduate presenter at the World Alfalfa Congress in November in San Diego, Calif.
December 7, 2022
Krebs is Fall Commencement speaker at Dakota State
Shantel Krebs will be the fall commencement speaker at Dakota State University on December 10. Rollyn Samp to be awarded honorary degree.
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December 6, 2022
Strand wins Omnitech Christmas card design contest
DSU student Lauryn Strand won the 2022 Omnitech Christmas card design contest.
December 5, 2022
Universities to form Innovation Alliance
DSU among 13 Colleges, Universities to form Innovation Alliance. Institutions are from Northern Plains, Rocky Mountain West area.
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November 21, 2022
An artist's journey
In the fall of 2000, Montgomery joined the Dakota State University faculty. Since then, he’s continued teaching and sharing his art with the world.
November 2, 2022
TriBeta to offer community outreach
Dakota State’s TriBeta Biology Honor Society will be providing community outreach on November 7 and 8 in Madison.
October 25, 2022
South Dakota Academy of Science meeting hosted by DSU
Dakota State University is hosting the South Dakota Academy of Science annual meeting on Friday, October 28, and Saturday, October 29.
October 19, 2022
Dakota State researchers granted awards
Five Dakota State graduate students have been awarded in-house funding through the Graduate Research Initiative (GRI) program.
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October 19, 2022
Karl Mundt Oral Interpretation Tournament is Saturday
The 39th annual Karl E. Mundt Dakota Invitational Oral Interpretation Tournament will be held on Saturday, October 22, at Dakota State University in Madison, S.D.
October 18, 2022
Cota wins SD Biotech award
Katherine Cota was presented with the Collaborator Award at the South Dakota Biotech Summit this month. Cota, the Director of Economic Development at Dakota State University, was chosen for the award due to her efforts with South Dakota FAST Launch and other shepherding programs critical to fostering talent and innovation for biotechnology in the state.
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October 17, 2022
Bottum to read from new collection of Poetry
Dr. Joseph Bottum will be reading from his brand-new collection of poems, “Spending the Winter,” on Wednesday, Oct. 19 at 3 p.m. in Karl Mundt Library room 201. The public is invited to attend.
October 11, 2022
Undergraduate student research grants awarded
The Undergraduate Student Mentored Research Initiative (SRI) program gives students the chance to conduct research with a faculty mentor, giving them hands-on research experience.
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October 5, 2022
Window to the world
Gestures are small things that don’t last very long in a conversation, but they can be very important, said Dr. Matthew Ingram, Assistant Professor of Communication at Dakota State University.
September 30, 2022
New DSU student game on STEAM
A team of five students developed Knights of the Kitchen Table, which they describe as an action, adventure, hack, and slash game. It is a fully functional game available for purchase on the gaming platform STEAM.
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September 20, 2022
DSU announces enrollment gains for Fall ‘22
Numbers rising across the board at Dakota State
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September 19, 2022
DSU alumna returns for new degree
After earning two degrees from Dakota State in 2007, Lisa Olson returned to DSU as an online student to earn her elementary education (ELED) degree in January 2020.
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September 19, 2022
DSU to connect with prospective families
Dakota State has established the Trojan FamilyConnect online portal, for prospective families to stay connected with the University throughout the entire college experience.
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September 13, 2022
Student tutors certified with CRLA
The Trojan Tutoring Center helps students succeed through a variety of resources and certified tutors.
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September 8, 2022
Colwill receives $10k from Gen.G Foundation
DSU freshman esports athlete Kaya Colwill is one of 10 people in the nation awarded a $10,000 scholarship from Gen.G Foundation.
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September 1, 2022
Rachynska youngest presenter at National Plant Conference
Sophomore Alex Rachynska was the youngest presenter at the Plant Health 2022 Conference in August in Pittsburgh, Pa. Rachynska shared alfalfa research she and fellow DSU students have conducted over the course of the school year and summer.
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August 24, 2022
True Trojans
Dakota State University has announced the 2022 True Trojan Award winners.
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August 23, 2022
Carpers named honorary captains for 2022 Ag Bowl
The Carper family's contributions to agriculture in the region have made them the perfect candidates to be the Honorary Dakota State University Ag Bowl Captains on Thursday, August 25.
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August 15, 2022
DSU Foundation has record-breaking year
Dakota State University continues to rise, with the DSU Foundation raising a record-setting $127.3 million for fiscal year 2022.
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August 12, 2022
Vennard leads marketing at Silencer Central
Silencer Central is a rapidly growing business in Sioux Falls, and DSU alumna Terra Vennard is leading its marketing department.
July 6, 2022
DSU continues alfalfa research
A third summer of alfalfa research is underway at Dakota State University. This research is done in participation with the National Science Foundation’s Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (EPSCoR).
June 29, 2022
Dakota State University Spring 2022 graduates
Dakota State University in Madison, S.D. celebrates spring 2022 graduates. The 262 graduates earned a total of 295 degrees, 18 associate degrees, 211 baccalaureate degrees, 33 master’s degrees and 11 earned doctoral degrees. Additionally, 19 undergraduate certificates and 3 graduate certificates were earned.
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June 1, 2022
Maroney donates millions to Trojans Unite Campaign
Thanks to DSU alumnus Patrick Maroney, $7 million dollars have been donated to the athletics facilities for the Trojans Unite Comprehensive Campaign: Building Champions. He has donated an additional $1.5 million to scholarships as part of the Academic Success pillar of the campaign.
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May 31, 2022
Hoey named the new Provost at Dakota State
Dr. Rebecca Hoey will be the new Provost and Senior Vice President for Academic and Student Affairs at Dakota State University. Hoey’s experience includes many years at Northwestern College in Orange City, Iowa, including serving as Dean of the Graduate School and Adult Learning.
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May 23, 2022
2022 Spring Honors List Released
A total of 514 full-time and 191 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2022 spring semester at Dakota State University (DSU) in Madison, S.D.
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May 19, 2022
Behrends’ artwork added to state’s permanent collection
Angela Behrends’ artwork “Buffaloed” has been accepted for the South Dakota Art for State Buildings program through the South Dakota Arts Council.
May 6, 2022
Student creates walker animation
Isabel Small created 2D animations of a robotic walker for Michael Bankowski, CEO and founder of Prosperous Home Health, a Sioux Falls-based organization.
May 4, 2022
Klosterman named student speaker for DSU Commencement
Mariel Klosterman will be sharing this advice with her fellow graduates at the Dakota State University spring commencement ceremony on May 7, as the student speaker.
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May 3, 2022
Hanson to talk about change at Spring Commencement
Dr. Richard Hanson has always been confident about the benefits of change through higher education.
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May 3, 2022
Roach named VP for Human Resources
Deb Roach has been named the Vice President for Human Resources at Dakota State University, effective immediately.
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April 29, 2022
Film students find experiences outside the classroom
This semester, juniors and seniors in the Dakota State film program have gained experience outside the classroom, touring news stations, assisting with the production of a late-night television show, and participating in film competitions.
April 26, 2022
Honored Students
Dakota State students were honored with a number of awards at the 2022 spring Honors Reception, held April 21, 2022.
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April 26, 2022
Faculty awards announced at 2022 Honors Reception
Four Dakota State University faculty members received awards at the annual Honors Reception on April 21.
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April 22, 2022
Here to Help
Patti Beck is here to help students succeed and is driven to find innovative ways to do this. As Coordinator of Academic Support Services, she has instituted new programs and pathways to help students move from thinking “I can’t do it” to “I can’t do it yet.”
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April 21, 2022
TriBeta to host Careers in Science Speaker Series
Dakota State’s TriBeta Biology Honor Society is hosting a DSU Careers in Science Speaker Series on Monday, April 25 at 7 p.m. in the Science Center Auditorium.
April 11, 2022
New exhibition in First Bank & Trust Gallery
An exhibition featuring work by Russ Nordman and Jody Boyer will be on display in the First Bank & Trust Gallery on the Dakota State University campus through Thursday, May 14.
April 1, 2022
DSU announces Trojans Unite Comprehensive Campaign
Dakota State is launching the Trojans Unite Comprehensive Campaign (TUCC) with a fundraising goal of $250 million. Miles and Lisa Beacom, longtime Dakota State University supporters, will chair the campaign.
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March 7, 2022
The Deposit of Faith
‘The Deposit of Faith: Why 2,000 years of art, architecture and thought matter’ and will feature Dr. Joseph Bottum, Director of the Classics Institute at Dakota State University.
February 28, 2022
$45 million raised for DSU Athletics facilities
Dakota State is building champions with $45 million raised for the new athletics facilities. This will be transformative for DSU and the Madison community.
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February 10, 2022
Photography by Jones featured in exhibition
Art Professor Tom Jones earned second place in the Brookings Arts Council’s annual photography exhibition in the black and white category.
January 26, 2022
Dakota State announces $90M initiative
On Jan. 26, Dakota State University announced a $90 million initiative to grow the cyber-research industry in South Dakota. Dakota State is known for its nationally recognized programs in cybersecurity.
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January 18, 2022
Kern’s $5 million legacy to keep DSU Rising
Local Madison businessman and longtime Trojan Athletics supporter Brian Kern has donated $5 million for the development and completion of a new athletics facility.
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January 6, 2022
Tordsen evaluating biological control agents for SRI
Conner Tordsen continues his alfalfa research with a second SRI grant.
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January 6, 2022
2021 Fall Honors List Released
A total of 591 full-time and 188 part-time students qualified for the President’s Academic Honors list for the 2021 fall semester at Dakota State University (DSU) in Madison, S.D.
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December 30, 2021
Students create new film ‘The Tall’
Max Hardyk and Tate Mohlenkamp utilize an SRI grant to make the film “The Tall” and bring light to the film program at Dakota State.
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December 22, 2021
Creating her future
Shay Huss: Creating her future. An interest in psychology and computer science led Shay Huss to Dakota State University and the Cyber Leadership and Intelligence (CLI) degree program.
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December 10, 2021
Driven: in and out of the classroom
Student Senate President Nathan Ord encourages students to get involved with campus activities for fun and experience.
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