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SDSU has raised more than $600 million as part of its Bold & Blue fundraiser campaign.
Massive fundraiser culminates in celebration
The Wecota Annex, shown in this file photo, on the west side of campus was scheduled to be demolished in 2022, but no progress has been made on the project.
Wecota Annex demolition has been wait-listed says Law
Tips for preparing for final exams
Tips for preparing for final exams
Both photos are artist renderings of the Yeager Media Studio after renovations will occur this summer and is planned to be completed when students return the following year. The ‘refresh’ will include an audio mixer, soundproofing equipment, new lighting and other upgrades to the building.
Media center to get ‘refresh’
Smokin’ Jacks and Matt Gauger Band set to play
Smokin’ Jacks and Matt Gauger Band set to play
SDSUs games against North Dakota State (Oct. 19) and South Dakota (Oct. 26) will be broadcast on ESPN, ESPN2 or ESPNU this fall.
ESPN to feature two Jackrabbit football games
South Dakota State softballs Shannon Lasey and Emma Osmundson were recognized as the TicketSmarter Peak Pitcher of the Week and Peak Performer of the Week by the Summit League Monday.
Lasey, Osmundson receive Summit League weekly awards
Coach Johnston has an all-time record of 571-185 at South Dakota State and is the winningest coach in SDSU women’s basketball history.
A SEASON SAVED
Denilson Cyprianos competes at the Coyote Invite at the Midco Aquatic Center on February 3, 2024 in Sioux Falls.
SDSU’s OLYMPIAN
Jacks Jordan Sagedahl swings at a pitch during the series against St. Thomas at Erv Huether Field Sat. April, 20, 2024. Sagedahl hit his eighth home run of the season in the final game of the series.
Jacks baseball defeat the Tommies, host Golden Eagles this weekend
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 Valentines Day with pottery
UPC celebrates Valentine’s Day with pottery
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
Why you should pay attention to Legislative Session
Why you should pay attention to Legislative Session
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All content by Todd Vanderwerff

How to… Play Chopsticks

Todd Vanderwerff
April 27, 2004

Things Blow Up: It Must Be Summer!

Todd Vanderwerff
April 27, 2004

And now, in Review…

Todd Vanderwerff
April 27, 2004

Brookings welcomes home members of 727th

Todd Vanderwerff
March 29, 2004

U.S. intelligence whistle blower, Pledge critic deserve to be heard

Todd Vanderwerff
March 29, 2004

Ladykillers, Not the Coen’s Best

Todd Vanderwerff
March 29, 2004

March Media Madness

Todd Vanderwerff
March 24, 2004

Crowning Glory

Todd Vanderwerff
March 24, 2004

SDSU sees very few drug problems

Todd Vanderwerff
March 24, 2004

Reflection over the passion for “The Passion”

Todd Vanderwerff
March 24, 2004

Passionately Disappointed With The Passion of the Christ

Todd Vanderwerff
March 3, 2004

A Short Take on the Oscars

Todd Vanderwerff
March 3, 2004

Traditional rivalries will fade, new foes will take thier place

Todd Vanderwerff
March 2, 2004

SA candidates hope students vote in this week’s elections

Todd Vanderwerff
March 2, 2004

Juice Oscar Preview

Todd Vanderwerff
February 25, 2004

Sex column important, needs closer eye

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2004

Robinson discusses ethics, human rights

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2004

Memories of abortion haunt one S.D. woman

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2004

Powell, Mattingly campaigns say that posters on campus were taken down

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2004

Editor defies male stereotypes as proud owner of fluffy kitty

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2004

Kill Those Commies

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2004

Athletic director Fred Oien charged in assault of his wife

Todd Vanderwerff
February 17, 2004

Pregnancy at SDSU: Abortions can bring relief or regret

Todd Vanderwerff
February 17, 2004

If life’s too short, wait until death

Todd Vanderwerff
February 11, 2004

HE DOES IT AGAIN!

Todd Vanderwerff
February 11, 2004

Random musings from the unstable

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2004

Adoption colors lives of two women

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2004

Tom Cruise is a Big Lame-O in Last Samurai

Todd Vanderwerff
December 9, 2003

Parents with kids overseas wait for a holiday together

Todd Vanderwerff
December 8, 2003

Small town prof brings love of theatre to SDSU

Todd Vanderwerff
December 8, 2003

Herseth announces bid for Congress

Todd Vanderwerff
November 4, 2003

Students enjoy one hitchless Hobo Days

Todd Vanderwerff
November 4, 2003

SDSU graduate Sen. Tom Daschle signs new book “Like No Other Time” in Sioux Falls

Todd Vanderwerff
November 4, 2003

Kid’s Movie Better Than Most

Todd Vanderwerff
November 4, 2003

Attention Nerds: A Video Game Review

Todd Vanderwerff
October 28, 2003

That Big Green Guy Who Smashes

Todd Vanderwerff
October 28, 2003

Hobo Day requires preparation

Todd Vanderwerff
October 27, 2003

Being gay or lesbian at SDSU brings challenges and rewards for students

Todd Vanderwerff
October 22, 2003

The Appeal of the Field

Todd Vanderwerff
October 21, 2003

SDSU Native American advisor search criticized

Todd Vanderwerff
October 20, 2003

Freshman questions yield editor thought

Todd Vanderwerff
October 8, 2003

On Campus After Dark

Todd Vanderwerff
October 8, 2003

Could YOU be drafted?

Todd Vanderwerff
September 30, 2003

Dr. Brady Phelps gives students the skeptical lowdown

Todd Vanderwerff
September 22, 2003

Senators to introduce bill that limits DI funds

Todd Vanderwerff
September 22, 2003

A Mighty Wind offers heart and a whole lotta’ folk music

Todd Vanderwerff
September 22, 2003

Matchstick Men Matches Up

Todd Vanderwerff
September 19, 2003

UPN’s Jake 2.0 Offers Harmless Techno-Fluff for Your Enjoyment

Todd Vanderwerff
September 19, 2003

Students will stay in Iraq for a year, could stretch to 24 months

Todd Vanderwerff
September 17, 2003

***** Subs Crowned King

Todd Vanderwerff
September 17, 2003

Organizations on campus will help you find friends and yourself

Todd Vanderwerff
August 24, 2003

SDSU: It’s a lot more than cows and sheep

Todd Vanderwerff
August 21, 2003

The Collegian: Your friend in the college paper business

Todd Vanderwerff
August 21, 2003

Prairie Rep enters season with new management

Todd Vanderwerff
April 29, 2003

Next year, Todd will rule the planet Earth

Todd Vanderwerff
April 29, 2003

Graduation prompts reflection

Todd Vanderwerff
April 28, 2003

It is time for love in the VanDerWerff house!

Todd Vanderwerff
April 15, 2003

Former Beirut hostage to speak at SDSU

Todd Vanderwerff
April 14, 2003

Home sweet home OR NOT?

Todd Vanderwerff
April 7, 2003

The White Stripes mature on Elephant

Todd Vanderwerff
April 7, 2003

He Believes

Todd Vanderwerff
April 7, 2003

Miller hires super chimp

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

The rumors are true: Dr. Burns is 007

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

Erickson shocks and awes SA Senate

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

Todd J. VanDerWerff is a gigantic super putz

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

Student forms new country to avoid parking ticket payment

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

Jacks power past opponents to title

Todd Vanderwerff
March 31, 2003

Applebees restaurant expected next fall

Todd Vanderwerff
March 25, 2003

Dreamcatcher upstaged by previews

Todd Vanderwerff
March 25, 2003

The Pianist arrives in Sioux Falls

Todd Vanderwerff
March 18, 2003

Do not let the war debate end in a stalemate

Todd Vanderwerff
March 17, 2003

Writers gather to discuss work

Todd Vanderwerff
March 17, 2003

SDSU choir tours Europe

Todd Vanderwerff
March 11, 2003

Those wacky Europeans don’t really hate us!

Todd Vanderwerff
March 11, 2003

How does sex affect relationships?

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2003

Sleep with whomever you want, just stay off my lawn!

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2003

Getting Caught …

Todd Vanderwerff
February 24, 2003

Sex: What’s right, what’s wrong?

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2003

The Oscars: Who will win? Who should?

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2003

Daredevil: one nasty, nut-filled turd

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2003

My Big Fat Greek Wedding flawed fun

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2003

Here come those cray-zay SA elections, kids!

Todd Vanderwerff
February 18, 2003

Getting frisky with competitors in lovely southern S.D.

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2003

Are you sex-savvy enough to protect yourself?

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2003

Hollywood’s best take center stage

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2003

Students oppose DI

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2003

One year ago a Brookings teenager died

Todd Vanderwerff
February 10, 2003

Confessions one of year’s best

Todd Vanderwerff
February 3, 2003

Who the heck are you people? or looking for readers

Todd Vanderwerff
February 3, 2003

Super Wal-Mart arrival rumored

Todd Vanderwerff
February 3, 2003

SexDSU

Todd Vanderwerff
February 3, 2003

The truth about the Super Bowl

Todd Vanderwerff
January 28, 2003

Super Bowl ads out-do the game

Todd Vanderwerff
January 28, 2003

Campus residents angry at housing change

Todd Vanderwerff
January 27, 2003

Chicago sings and dances its way into the heart

Todd Vanderwerff
January 20, 2003

Mechanical Mayhem

Todd Vanderwerff
January 20, 2003

Students’ budgets tight

Todd Vanderwerff
January 13, 2003

Task force tackles binge drinking

Todd Vanderwerff
January 13, 2003

TV’s Top 10 includes old favorites and new winners

Todd Vanderwerff
January 13, 2003

Reflections on the Collegian’s first semester

Todd Vanderwerff
December 9, 2002
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