South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

The Collegian

From Frisco to Frozen

From Frisco to Frozen

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor January 16, 2024

Turns out, beating Montana for a football National Championship wasn’t the only challenge for South Dakota State and their fans. Getting home from Texas in the teeth of a nasty blizzard turned out to...

Students celebrate at the Nov. 18 Missouri State game at Dana J. Dykhouse with beers sold in the stadium for the second season since the policy was changed in April of 2022.

Beer sales hit $420,000

Greta Goede, Editor-In-Chief January 16, 2024

Beer sales at South Dakota State University football games this season topped $400,000, according to data provided by the university, but student leaders wish the Students’ Association had some say on...

Dave Tvedt proudly stands next to 5 out of his total 80 Yaks at Pink Flamino Yak Ranch north of Sinai South Dakota on Tuesday, Nov. 21, 2023.

Something to yak about

RuthAnn Holmes, Ag Reporter January 16, 2024

On the prairies of South Dakota, it is normal to see cattle, sheep, and horses but just north of Sinai you will find yaks grazing the pastures. These yaks are owned by Dave Tvedt, the founder of The Pink...

The Stiefvater Family

SDSU students keep family ‘tradition’ alive

Sam Moser, Reporter January 16, 2024

A family full of Jackrabbits are making their mark in FFA. Mike Stiefvater graduated from South Dakota State University in 1991, with an undergraduate degree in animal science. His wife, Carie, also graduated...

This building located at 2324 Sixth St. on the east side of Brookings, will become a Wendys restaurant come February.

Wendy’s coming to Brookings

Hallie Rootkie, Reporter January 16, 2024

Wendy’s, known for their square burgers, Frostys and more, will open a store in Brookings soon. Wendy’s will move into the building that was previously occupied by a Hardee’s restaurant on the city’s...

One of the incidents took place on a Medary Avenue crosswalk that leads to Hansen Hall ealier this 
semster around 10:30 p.m.

Student leaders raise concerns after pedestrians struck by cars

Greta Goede, Editor-In-Chief November 29, 2023

Two SDSU students have been involved in vehicle-pedestrian accidents while walking on campus this semester, with one resulting in a blood infection and bone fracture.    Logan Ghigloitti, a freshman...

Student scoreboard lacks funds

Student scoreboard lacks funds

Danesa Willson, Reporter November 28, 2023

South Dakota State University continues to progress for a permanent scoreboard on the north side of Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.   SDSU Athletics and Students’ Association started this project in 2018...

Catherine Jones and Samanth Richert host a halloween special podcast at the KSDJ Radio station located in the University Student Union basement Tuesday, Oct. 31, 2023.

KSDJ Radio celebrates 30 years

McKenzie Mages, Reporter November 28, 2023

KSDJ has been on air and run by South Dakota State University students since 1993, but current staffers say the best is yet to come, as the station adds more podcasts and sports broadcasting.    In...

Conference benefits ag students

Samantha Moser, Reporter November 28, 2023

Growing, developing, making connections and becoming a leader are goals many college students have, and 46 SDSU agriculture students attended a conference over the second weekend of November to do just...

Larson Commons set to undergo renovation in 2024

Larson Commons set to undergo renovation in 2024

Kenneth Rebello, Assistant News Editor November 28, 2023

South Dakota State University’s Larson Commons will undergo a major renovation including the concourse, the C-store and the dining area toward the end of this academic year with the aim of completion...

Safety Committee addresses car break-ins and thefts on campus

Safety Committee addresses car break-ins and thefts on campus

Emily Olson, Reporter November 14, 2023

The frequency of car break-ins and thefts on campus parking lots have raised a deeper awareness among the Safety and Security Committee about student safety at SDSU.  Sen. Grant Sternhagen, chair of...

The downtown Jackrabbit Central store (left) before being remodelled. Since the reopening of the Jackrabbit Central, the store has had better sales and seen notable success.

Jackrabbit Central gets a new look

Isabelle Steinbronn, Reporter November 14, 2023

The downtown Jackrabbit Central store reopened their doors over Hobo Day with a brand-new look and layout.  Jackrabbit Central was remodeled for the first time this year. This gave the store a whole...

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