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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

Former CERES house acquired by PIKE fraternity.

CERES women’s fraternity disbands

September 18, 2024

Greek life at South Dakota State looks slightly different this fall following the disbandment of the CERES Women’s Fraternity. CERES focused on building qualities of leadership, meaningful fellowship...

Record enrollment for SDSU

Record enrollment for SDSU

Taylor Tennant, Reporter September 17, 2024

South Dakota State University’s enrollment is back up over 12,000 students, according to numbers released last week by the Board of Regents. A record number of 2,449 incoming freshmen and strong retention...

McCrory Gardens Events (FALL 2024) 

Sept. 22: Party on the Porch 
Sept. 29:  Party on the Porch 
Oct. 13: Fall Festival 
Oct. 31: Giggles and Ghouls 
Dec. 7-Jan. 6: Garden Glow

Party on the Porch

Emily Decock, Reporter September 17, 2024

McCrory Gardens hosted its first of four “Party on the Porch” events Sept. 8. The next two events will take place Sept. 22 and 29, from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. The event is free to both students and the...

University lawyer addresses SA

University lawyer addresses SA

Jordan Roemeling, Co-News Editor September 17, 2024

Tracy Greene, South Dakota State University’s lawyer, addressed the Students’ Association Senate on Monday, and eight new senators were sworn in. Open Forum Greene, vice president & general...

SDN Communications employees test equipment ahead of the SoDak Circuit on Sept. 21 in Sioux Falls. The event will allow gamers the chance to compete for cash prizes.

SoDak Circuit comes to Sioux Falls

Tate Peterson, Reporter September 17, 2024

SoDak Circuit, a new esports tournament in South Dakota, is this Saturday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 a.m. at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. The tournament is hosted by SDN Communications and 17 other local...

Exploring Clubs at the 2024 CAFES Prexy Council Ice Cream Social

Exploring Clubs at the 2024 CAFES Prexy Council Ice Cream Social

LaKacee Lipp September 17, 2024

The College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) Prexy Council brought students together Wednesday, Sept. 11, with free SDSU ice cream, games, and the opportunity to learn about campus...

FESTIVAL OF BOOKS RETURNS

FESTIVAL OF BOOKS RETURNS

Tate Peterson, Reporter September 17, 2024

The 22nd annual Festival of Books returns to Brookings this weekend, from Sept. 20 to 22. The festival, organized by The South Dakota Humanities Council, started in 2003 as a way for readers and writers...

Students, staff and community members gather on Medary Avenue for the Yellow and Blue Block Party as part of One Day for STATE.

University raises $2.7 million for One Day for STATE

Staff Reports September 16, 2024

Donors from all 50 states and 15 countries helped contribute to raise over $2.7 million in 24 hours during this year’s One Day for STATE on Sept. 5. The eight annual event put on by the South Dakota...

Volunteers and family members help move in the newest freshman class. “We are excited to have welcomed them from around the state, the region and the world as they learn and grow during such an important time in their lives. It is a privilege to help and guide them along this journey.” SDSU President Barry Dunn said.

SDSU boasts highest enrollment since 2018

Staff Reporter September 11, 2024

South Dakota State University has recorded its highest enrollment since 2018 showing over 12,000 students on campus according to figures released by the South Dakota Board of Regents (SDBOR) earlier today. The...

Campus Pharmacy Closes

Tate Peterson, Reporter September 10, 2024

The Jackrabbit Pharmacy in the Miller Wellness Center closed on August 20, 2024, leaving students to find community alternatives for their drug prescriptions. An email from the vice president for Student...

Meet the newest Dean for the college of arts, humanities and social sciences, David Earnest

Meet one of the newest deans on campus

Tessa Erdmann, Agricultural Editor September 10, 2024

David C. Earnest was named dean for the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at South Dakota State University in June and began his job on campus in July. Earnest obtained his undergraduate...

Some of the commuter lots have been converted to resident parking. This change was made at the begining of the year. Director of Parking Services Kendell Rorbach says there currently isn’t an overcrowding issue for commuter drivers, due to the surplus of commuter lots on the north side of campus.

Parking lots redesignated due to high student enrollment

Jack McCarty, Entertainment Editor September 10, 2024

At the beginning of the year, parking services redesignated some of the parking lots due to high enrollment. The southern half of lot 144, located on eighth street has changed from a standard commuter...

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