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

E-Scooters, like the one seen here from Lime, offer convenient and cheap transportation for populations without access to veichles or in areas without nearby parking—like a university campus.

Electric scooters coming to campus

Zachary Simon, Reporter February 28, 2023

The SDSU Students’ Association approved a resolution Monday that offers support for an electric scooter rental operation on the SDSU campus and in the city of Brookings. SA Sen. Nick Grote, the resolution’s...

Running mates turn rivals, crisis counseling moves online, Stiegelmeier honored

Running mates turn rivals, crisis counseling moves online, Stiegelmeier honored

Jacob Boyko, News Editor February 14, 2023

A short-lived Students’ Association campaign for president and vice president fizzled late last week. Now, the former running mates are facing off on competing tickets.  Hunter Eide, junior human...

Students Association campaign disbands

Students Association campaign disbands

Jacob Boyko, News Editor February 10, 2023

The only candidates running for Students' Association president and vice president have announced their campaign is coming to an end. Hunter Eide, junior human biology major, and Trinity Peterson, sophomore...

Senate discusses Rabbit Ride, Little International, Jack’s Cupboard

Senate discusses Rabbit Ride, Little International, Jack’s Cupboard

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) February 7, 2023

At the Feb. 7 Students’ Association meeting, senators heard reports from student organizations and voted to support the dairy barn repairs. Student Organizations Mariah Weber, assistant director...

Valentin Georgette-Shakers performing at the 2022 GSA annual drag show.

Board of Regents and state House write legislation against drag shows

Serena Davis, Assistant Lifestyles Editor February 1, 2023

The South Dakota Board of Regents is in the midst of creating a new policy regarding events involving minors on campus.  The change came about after a controversial drag show on campus was advertised...

Students’ Association Brief: SDSU Connect promotes Sioux Falls collaborations

Students’ Association Brief: SDSU Connect promotes Sioux Falls collaborations

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) January 31, 2023

At the Jan. 30 Students’ Association meeting, SDSU’s vice president of external affairs and 2022 Hobo Day grand pooba presented their “long-game” strategy to boost SDSU’s numbers amid population...

SDSU President Barry Dunn photographed a double rainbow from his farm north of Brookings.

Senators talk state legislation, Barry Dunn sees double rainbow

Jacob Boyko, News Editor January 25, 2023

South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn addressed the Students’ Association about the university’s legislative goals in Pierre this year and softly hinted his support for SA’s pro-LGBTQ...

University launches interactive map, Board of Regents gets involved in university events

University launches interactive map, Board of Regents gets involved in university events

Jacob Boyko, News Editor January 11, 2023

Following a late start to Jan. 9 Students’ Association meeting after technical difficulties, senators were addressed by Jay Molock about an upcoming rally and “marade” to celebrate Martin Luther...

SA in brief: Academic affairs committee greenlights new classes, minor

SA in brief: Academic affairs committee greenlights new classes, minor

Jacob Boyko, News Editor November 15, 2022

At the Nov. 14 Students’ Association meeting, senators reported updates in their respective committees, passed a resolution recognizing The Pride of the Dakotas marching band and held an executive session...

Counseling center to hire new staff, Ears Up beer sales, new vending machines

Counseling center to hire new staff, Ears Up beer sales, new vending machines

Mara Wheaton, Lifestyles Editor November 1, 2022

At the Oct. 31 South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting, senators received updates on student flex reimbursement and dining and were addressed by Tammy Lunday, director of Student...

Sodexo gives update on campus dining

Sodexo gives update on campus dining

Jacob Boyko, News Editor October 25, 2022

At the Oct. 24 South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting, senators received updates on the Sodexo transition from Vice President of Student Affairs Doug Wermedal and Sodexo’s resident...

Taco Tuesday returns, new SA adviser

Taco Tuesday returns, new SA adviser

Mara Wheaton, Lifestyles Editor October 18, 2022

At the Oct. 18 Students’ Association meeting, senators were addressed by the Hobo Day Committee and swore in a new adviser.    Hobo Day Committee Regen Wiederrich, the 2022 Hobo Day Grand...

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