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


Artist renderings of new Lincoln Hall courtesy of Koch Hazard Architects.

Project to preserve historic feel

Sam Schauer, Reporter February 8, 2022

South Dakota State University is making sure the historic look of Lincoln Hall is maintained in a renovation project aimed at modernizing the 95-year-old building. Jonathan Meendering, a design architect...

SA brief: Barry Dunn, club updates and resolutions

SA brief: Barry Dunn, club updates and resolutions

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) February 8, 2022

During the South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting Feb. 7, students were addressed by SDSU President Barry Dunn and student organizations. The senators also passed five resolutions...

A closed sign at the Erbert & Gerbert’s location in the Jack’s C-Store.

Erbert & Gerbert’s to close indefinitely

Mara Wheaton, Asst. News Editor February 8, 2022

The Erbert & Gerbert’s sandwich shop located in the Larson C-Store is temporarily closing due to an industry-wide staffing shortage. It was announced to employees that the E&G location will halt...

SA in brief: Jack’s Cupboard and return of rodeo

SA in brief: Jack’s Cupboard and return of rodeo

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) February 1, 2022

During the South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting Jan. 31, senators were addressed by representatives from Jack’s Cupboard, the Rodeo Cub and the Gender and Sexuality Alliance....

Hungry students await their food from Shorty’s Hot Box, a local business operating in the Weary Wil’s Union space Sunday through Wednesday.

Local restaurant fills gap left by idled Weary Wil’s

Allison Bruns, Reporter February 1, 2022

Shorty’s Hot Box will be open Sundays through Wednesdays from 4 to 8 p.m. in the former Weary Wil’s Sports Grille until April 27.  The restaurant is offering extended hours after a successful trial...

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Prospective students interview for prestigious scholarships

Lauren Weishaar, Reporter February 1, 2022

South Dakota State University’s Admission’s Office invited prospective students to campus late last month as an opportunity to visit campus and interview for prestigious scholarship awards. Scholars...

Mechanical engineering majors Maddie Mingo (from left), James Smith and Eric Beehler place controls onto a defibrillator board in a College of Nursing simulation lab.

Departments collab to improve classroom accuracy

Jacob Boyko, News Editor February 1, 2022

In South Dakota State University nursing labs, students practice realistic simulations of scenarios they will likely face on the job. But there was one problem: there wasn’t an easy way to accurately...

Crime Log: Jan. 24-30

Crime Log: Jan. 24-30

February 1, 2022

January 24, 2022 11:19 a.m. Intentional damage/vandalism; Intentional damage to property $400 or less- 3rd degree vandalism @ Young Hall January 25, 2022 4:02 p.m. Harassment @ SE Apartments January...

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The future for SDSU dining

Avery Starr, Reporter January 26, 2022

​​South Dakota State University is canceling its contract with Aramark Food Services by the end of this school year, and the company Sodexo will take its place. Students should expect plenty of changes...

What to watch for this legislative session

What to watch for this legislative session

Kylie Carlson, Reporter January 26, 2022

One hundred and five legislators from the 35 districts have gathered in the South Dakota Capitol Building in Pierre, South Dakota, marking the beginning of the 2022 South Dakota Legislative Session. From...

SA in brief: History Club, new senators and resolutions

SA in brief: History Club, new senators and resolutions

Jacob Boyko, News Editor (He/Him) January 26, 2022

During the South Dakota State University Students’ Association meeting Jan. 25, senators were addressed by the 2022 Hobo Day Committee and the History Club. The Senate also swore in four new senators.   Hobo...

Opportunity Center off to solid start for spring semester

Opportunity Center off to solid start for spring semester

Jordan Rusche, Editor in-Chief (She/Her) January 26, 2022

After officially opening on the first day of the semester, the Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center has had a productive first couple weeks. “We’ve gotten off to a really good start,”...

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