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SDSU Students getting lunch in the Union.
What’s New in Dining
Erick Stasta (left) is the manager and Erik Dean (right) is the owner of DO Bike & Fitness. The shop is open at Brickwood Plaza in downtown Brookings and announce bike ride events on their Facebook page.
Bike shop opens in Brickwood Plaza
BRIEFS: Parking lot shakeups, SDSU named safe campus
BRIEFS: Parking lot shakeups, SDSU named safe campus
An approximately $900,000 'restoration' to the iconic Campanile is scheduled to be finished in mid-October.
Renovations brought to familiar buildings
Volunteers and family members help move in the newest freshman class. “We are really excited at South Dakota State University about what we’re projecting for enrollment for the fall 2024 semester,” said Shawn Helmboldt, assistant vice president for enrollment management.
University expects ‘strong enrollment number’
Grahm Goering scores his first touchdown of the season in SDSU's week 1 loss to Oklahoma State University.
SDSU bested by Oklahoma State 44-20
BRIEFS: Cross country begins season, Turf field installation begins, Arena construction nears end
BRIEFS: Cross country begins season, Turf field installation begins, Arena construction nears end
Graduate student Katherine Jone dribbling the ball down field. Jone has been named to the Summit League Championship All-Tournament Team three times (2021, 2022 and 2023).
Jackrabbits start season 2-2; six games till conference play
Sylvie Zgonc serves ball to opponent at a home match in 2023.
Volleyball opens season in Georgia
Cornerback Cody Cotton, a junior from Wisconsin covers redshirt-freshman Joe Randle in practice last week. Randle is a 6’3 wide reciever and Cotton stands at 6’0.
Jacks open season against FBS opponent
Bruises, Cuts, and Muscles
Bruises, Cuts, and Muscles
The SDSU Theatre & Dance department will be performing "James and the Giant Peach" this weekend at the Oscar Larson Theatre.
SDSU Theatre & Dance to present ‘James and the Giant Peach’ this weekend
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ author to speak at on-campus lecture event
‘Killers of the Flower Moon’ author to speak at on-campus lecture event
The Second Annual Spring Market is coming back to Brookings
The Second Annual Spring Market is coming back to Brookings
UPC celebrates Valentine's Day with pottery
UPC celebrates Valentine’s Day with pottery
‘Serving the student body’
‘Serving the student body’
Despite delays, “Dune: Part 2 released March 1 this year. It’s been very well received by critics and audiences getting a 92% critic score and 95% audience score on rotten tomatoes, as well as a 8.9 on IMDB, at time of writing.
“Dune: Part two”: A slowburn and full of character(s)
A list of bad songs on good albums: FINALE
A list of bad songs on good albums: FINALE
Bad Songs on Good Albums: Pt. 2
Bad Songs on Good Albums: Pt. 2
A list of bad songs on good albums: PART 1
A list of bad songs on good albums: PART 1
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
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South Dakota State Jackrabbit wrestling against the Northern Colorado Bears on January 19 at Frost Arena in Brookings, South Dakota. (South Dakota State Jackrabbit wrestling against the Northern Colorado Bears on January 19 at Frost Arena in Brookings

[Photo] Jacks win two duals at home, prepare for match with Air Force

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor
January 24, 2024
Jack the Jackrabbit waves a flag around before a South Dakota State football game against the Missouri State Bears on November 18, 2023, at Dana J Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, SD.

[Photo] Jacks earn No. 1 seed for playoffs

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor
November 19, 2023
South Dakota State Jackrabbit volleyball against the Oral Roberts Golden Eagles on November 4 at Frost Arena in Brookings, South Dakota.

[Photo] Jacks send Oral Roberts home in four; prepare for UND Thursday

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor
November 7, 2023
South Dakota State’s AJ Nevills waves to the crowd in a Big 12 dual Feb. 12 against Oklahoma at Frost Arena. This would be the final home wrestling meet of the graduate student’s college career.

[Photo] Jacks face Bison in final dual

Skyler Jackson (He/Him), Co-Sports Editor
February 14, 2023
Graduate assistant coach Reed Tellinghuisen yells to the players on the court next to Beau Brown during the SDSU vs. Denver men’s basketball game Thursday, Jan. 10 at Frost Arena in Brookings, S.D.

[Photo] Tellinghuisen’s transition from player to coach

Carson Herbert, Sports Reporter
February 27, 2019
Senior Kyle Burdick scored 30 individual points, receiving the Men’s Track Championship MVP during the Summit League Championship Track Meet on Friday, Feb. 22 and Saturday, Feb. 23 in the Sanford-Jackrabbit Athletic Complex.

[Photo] Men’s track and field claim first Summit League title

Trenton Abrego, Sports Editor
February 27, 2019
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[Photo] Cybersecurity off hook: SDSU increases awareness of scam emails

Gina Goblirsch, Reporter
January 29, 2019
Background graphic by Emily Seaton.

[Photo] Feminists wanted: Program coordinator recruits for minor

Kaitlyn Frank, News Editor
January 29, 2019
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[Photo] Ways to deal with stacked schedule

Emma Anderson, Lifestyles Reporter
January 17, 2019
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[Photo] New year brings new wave of Wellness Center attendance

Elizabeth Stromquist, Reporter
January 15, 2019
Savanna Peterson and Thane Henschel discuss mental health day excused absences.

[Photo] Leave of absence

Lauren Franken, Managing Editor
January 15, 2019
Jack's Cupboard is an on-campus pantry in Ben Reifel for students who struggle to purchase food. It is open 3:30-6:30 p.m. every Wednesday and Thursday.

[Photo] Jack’s Cupboard sparks change on campus

Brianna Schreurs, Editor-in-Chief
January 9, 2019
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[Photo] Jackrabbits dismantle Creighton, win third straight

Landon Dierks
November 16, 2018
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[Photo] Jacks turn focus to Creighton after challenging first week

Landon Dierks
November 14, 2018
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[Photo] Volleyball team closes season with Summit League wins

John Begeman
November 14, 2018
Kelsey Bender

[Photo] Put on your positive pants in stressful and complicated situations

Kelsey Bender
November 1, 2018
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[Photo] Jackrabbits set for Top-25 battle in Cedar Falls Saturday

Trenton Abrego
October 17, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Sophomore linebacker Seven Wilson (7), Sophomore safety Joshua Manchigiah and Junior linebacker Christian Rozeboom take down Youngstown States offense during the SDSU vs. Youngstown State football game Saturday, Oct. 13 in Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium

[Photo] Jacks ice Youngstown Penguins on Hobo Day game

Andrew Holtan
October 13, 2018
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[Photo] Women’s soccer to play age-old competitors USD, NDSU

Trenton Abrego
October 10, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Mr. and Ms. Homelycoming participants learn the opener dance choreography at their dress rehearsal Tuesday, Oct. 9 in preparation for the Mr. and Ms. Homelycoming competition competition in the Performing Arts Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 10.

[Photo] Homelycoming returns for third year during Hobo Week

Emma Anderson
October 10, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON President Barry Dunn spoke at Rally at the Rails encouraging people to enjoy the rest of Hobo Week on Oct. 8 in the Volstorff Ballroom.

[Photo] Top five Hobo Week traditions

Danielle Sons
October 10, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Sophomore forward Marisa Schulz (16) shoots from the top of the box during the SDSU vs. Creighton soccer match on Sunday, Sept. 2 at the Fishback Soccer Park. The Jackrabbits lost 1-0 to the Bluejays.

[Photo] Soccer prepares for Denver

Brady Nicolaus
October 3, 2018
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[Photo] Brown brothers find a home at SDSU

Andrew Holtan
October 3, 2018
Mikey Daniel leads the Jackrabbits onto the field before the SDSU vs. NDSU football game in Fargo, N.D. September 29, 2018.

[Photo] Jacks look for first conference win at home

Landon Dierks
October 3, 2018
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[Photo] South Dakota named ninth happiest state

Brady Nicolaus
October 1, 2018

[Photo] Safe drinking: What to do when consuming alcohol

Landon Dierks
October 1, 2018
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[Photo] Binge drinking poses threat to campus culture

Alison Simon
September 26, 2018
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[Photo] Morning-after tips, tricks

Emma Anderson
September 26, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Skinner’s offers a deal on Fridays with Pizza King and provide pizza from 6 p.m. until the pizza is gone. Tuesdays is $2 domestic pints, bottles and well drinks.

[Photo] Drink deals every broke college students needs

Emma Anderson
September 26, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON The cast of "The Addams Family" rehearses in Doner Auditorium Monday, Sept. 24.

[Photo] ‘The Addams Family’ perfect fit for Doner’s final musical

Brianna Schreurs
September 26, 2018
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[Photo] Drunken decisions: Impacts of underage consumption charges

Garrett Ammesmaki
September 26, 2018
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[Photo] Jacks notch record-setting win over Arkansas-Pine Bluff

Landon Dierks
September 16, 2018
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[Photo] Christion looks to cement legacy

John Begeman
September 15, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Sophomore quarterback Kanin Nelson (12) runs the ball up the field during the SDSU vs. Montana State game of Saturday, Sept. 8 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, S.D.

[Photo] SDSU football looks for 2-0 start in Beef Bowl

Landon Dierks
September 15, 2018
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[Photo] Jacks soccer focus on Summit League Tournament

October 31, 2018
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[Photo] McDonald’s employees receive tuition with Archways to Opportunity

Brianna Schreurs
September 10, 2018
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[Photo] McDonald’s celebrates reopening with all-day bash

Brianna Schreurs
September 10, 2018
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[Photo] While you were gone: Five substantial changes at SDSU

Landon Dierks
August 22, 2018
MIRANDA SAMPSON Frank Robertson, instructor at the School of Communication and Journalism, poses in front of Spencer Hall which is named after his late mother, Velva Lu Spencer, who was the Native American student adviser during her time on campus.

[Photo] Five minutes with Frank Robertson

Lauren Franken
August 22, 2018
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