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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
Appointments to meet with Stacia Jackson are available from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. on Wednesdays at the Student Union.
Legal advice offered to students if needed
Erica Summerfield will begin teaching starting this fall. She received her doctorate from Ohio State University.
Professor’s focus: ag comm
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
Jackrabbit track and field compete in third weekend of outdoor season
Jackrabbit track and field compete in third weekend of outdoor season
Red-shirt freshman Brendan Begeman runs the ball during the Spring game inside the Sanford Jackrabbit Athletic Complex Saturday, April 13, 2024. Begeman ran the ball six times totaling 80 yards in the game amongst the team at the end of Spring camp.
Jackrabbits’ spring game scrimmage previews 2024 football roster
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
Pickleball makes its way to SDSU
Pickleball makes its way to SDSU
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
South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

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South Dakota State University's Independent Student-Run Newspaper Since 1885

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Supports gather outside the SDSU Foundation building kicking off the Bold and Blue campaign in this file photo from September 2022.

[Photo] Bold & Blue brings in the green

Natalie Dean, Copy Editor
March 27, 2024
Jackrabbit Head Coach Jimmy Rogers lifts the national championship trophy after beating Montana 23-3 in the FCS title game at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024. Rogers just finished his first year at SDSU with an undefeated season.

[Photo] Back-2-Back

Jon Akre, Sports Reporter
January 7, 2024
SDSU offensive lineman Garret Greenfield hoists the national championship trophy after beating Montana 23-3 at Toyota Stadium in Frisco, Texas on Sunday, Jan. 7, 2023.

[Photo] The FCS Championship Game

Marshall Minihan, Jon Akre, Brayden Byers, and Evan Patzwald
January 5, 2024
South Dakota State running back, Isaiah Davis, runs with the football during a game at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings, S.D. on Saturday, Dec. 9, 2023

[Photo] Second half surge from Isaiah Davis sends the Jacks to the Semifinals

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor
December 9, 2023
South Dakota State’s Connor Gaynor improves position against his Northern Iowa opponent during the Daktronics Open Sunday, Nov. 19,2023.

[Photo] No. 14 Jacks lose to Big 10 Gophers, prepare for Cliff Keen Invitational

Bosten Morehart, Assistant Sports Editor
November 28, 2023
Carson Noecker leading the pack at the SDSU Classic in Brookings, South Dakota on Sept. 8. The freshman finished the race with a time of 24:28.4, winning the mens 8k.

[Photo] SDSU men finish first, women take second at Summit League Cross Country Championships

Marshall Minihan, Sports Editor
October 28, 2023
The Pride of the Dakotas Marching Band performs during an SDSU football game this season. The band has been targeted by some students in the student section who have been throwing empty alcohol bottles at them.

[Photo] Pride band members say students have thrown booze bottles at them

Jordan Roemeling, Asst. Entertainment Editor
October 24, 2023
Katelyn Beulke (9) dribbles between two Green Bay defenders in a soccer match at Fishback Soccer Park in Brookings Sunday, Sept. 10, 2023.

[Photo] Conference play begins

Brayden Byers, Managing Editor
September 19, 2023
The Cheer and Dance Team celebrate at the One Day for STATE block party Sept. 7.

[Photo] $2.4 million raised for One Day for STATE

Elle Ploeger, Reporter
September 12, 2023
Midfielder Avery Murdzek dribbles the ball against a Green Bay defender in the Jacks’ 5-0 win Sunday at Fishback Soccer Park.

[Photo] Women’s soccer charges toward conference season

Brayden Byers, Managing Editor
September 12, 2023
Pierson Hall during renovations in February. The hall is set to open again to students this August.

[Photo] Pierson Hall planned to reopen next semester

Ella Stiefvater, Reporter
March 28, 2023
Tanner Sloan celebrates after pinning Jack Forbes of Utah Valley in the Jacks’ 29-12 dual victory over Utah Valley Jan. 20 at Frost Arena. Sloan was the only Jackrabbit to be ranked No. 1 overall in his weight class ahead of the Big 12 Wrestling Championships this weekend. Sloan was first overall in the 197-pound weight class.

[Photo] SLOAN HEADLINES EIGHT JACKS RANKED FOR BIG 12 CHAMPIONSHIPS

Evan Patzwald, Co-Sports Editor (He/Him)
February 28, 2023
South Dakota State’s Grace Glanzer pitches the ball in a softball exhibition game against St. Cloud State Sept. 25 at Jackrabbit Softball Stadium.

[Photo] Softball faces high expectations this year

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor
February 7, 2023
South Dakota State’s Cael Swensen celebrates a match win in a Big 12 dual against Wyoming Jan. 22 at Frost Arena. The Jackrabbits carry a 10-dual winning streak into this weekend’s matchups. During that winning streak, the 157-pound redshirt freshman didn’t lose a match he faced, going 10-0 during the streak.

[Photo] JACKS FACE TOP-10 OPPONENT

Evan Patzwald, Co-Sports Editor (He/Him)
February 7, 2023
Pierson Hall construction began in May 2022 and will finish July 2023.

[Photo] Students anticipate Pierson Hall reopening

Gracie Terrall, Co-Editor-in-Chief
February 7, 2023
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[Photo] Bullet found in Yeager Hall

Jordan Rusche, Co-Editor-in-Chief (She/Her)
January 31, 2023
Wrestling 1.22.23-11 Clay Carlson

[Photo] Wrestling team on 10-dual winning streak

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor
January 31, 2023
Ladies in Animal Science-3Left to Right_ Emma Eggenberger, Lindsey Vander Wal, Heather Fisher, and Memphis

[Photo] Women surpass men in university animal science majors, reflect national growth in field

Chloe Risse, Reporter
January 25, 2023
WBB vs USD 1.14.23

[Photo] Jacks remain unbeaten: Jackrabbits 9-0 halfway through Summit League slate

Skyler Jackson, Co-Sports Editor
January 24, 2023
NCAA Championship in Frisco 1.8.23-107

[Photo] SDSU recognized as ‘premier university’ through national spotlight

Gracie Terrall, Co-Editor-in-Chief (She/Her)
January 24, 2023
Jacks coach John Stiegelmeier hoists the national championship trophy after SDSUs 45-21 win against NDSU in the FCS national title game. It would prove to be Stiegelmeiers final game as head coach of the Jackrabbits.

[Photo] South Dakota State football coach John Stiegelmeier retires after 26 seasons

Skyler Jackson, Co-Sports Editor (He/Him)
January 19, 2023
President Barry Dunn speaks at the welcome home celebration for the Jacks football team Jan. 10.

[Photo] Community celebrates Jacks’ win at Frisco

Marshall Minihan, Sports Reporter
January 10, 2023
Quarterback Mark Gronowski runs for a touchdown in a FCS quarterfinal game against Holy Cross at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

[Photo] South Dakota State gets another shot at national title against rival NDSU

Skyler Jackson, Co-Sports Editor (He/Him)
January 5, 2023
South Dakota States Isaiah Davis stiff-arms Delawares Riah Burton in a FCS second-round playoff game at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

[Photo] Isaiah Davis showcasing his skills as featured back

Marshall Minihan, Sports Reporter
December 16, 2022
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[Photo] Fischer bounces back

Jake Weber, Sports Reporter
October 25, 2022
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[Photo] No-loss Jacks set sights on another Summit title

Jake Weber, Sports Reporter
October 25, 2022
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[Photo] Soccer wraps up regular season

Tristen Hanna, Sports Reporter
October 18, 2022
South Dakota State running back Amar Johnson carries the ball in a Missouri Valley Conference football game against USD at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

[Photo] Jacks beat Bison for third straight year

Cooper Kanthak, Sports Reporter
October 17, 2022
Volleyball 10.1-13

[Photo] Volleyball travels to Illinois, Minnesota

Chloe Risse, Sports Reporter
October 4, 2022
SDSU pitcher Grace Glanzer pitches the ball in a softball exhibition game against St. Cloud state Sept. 25. Glanzer returns to a changed roster with aspirations of making the Womens College World Series.

[Photo] New coach hopes to keep softball team on a roll

Bosten Morehart, Reporter
October 4, 2022
Quarterback Mark Gronowski before a game against Butler Sept. 17 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium. Gronowski had his best game of the season Saturday in the Jacks 28-14 over Missouri State. Gronowski was 22-for-29 passing for 319 yards and 4 touchdowns. He also added 20 rushing yards.

[Photo] Jacks Return Home

Cooper Kanthak, Sports Reporter
September 27, 2022
South Dakota State forward Cece Limongi dribbles the ball on USD defender Maliah Atkins (24) in a Summit League soccer game against the South Dakota Coyotes Saturday night at Fishback Soccer Park. The Jackrabbits and the Coyotes went scoreless for the entire game, ending in a 0-0 tie.

[Photo] Jacks face tough tests against Denver, Omaha

Jake Weber, Sports Reporter
September 27, 2022
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[Photo] Dairy Unit fire continues to affect production

Katelyn Winberg, Reporter
September 27, 2022
Midfielder Laney Murdzek dribbles the ball in the Jackrabbits’ 2-0 win over Kansas State Sunday afternoon at the Fishback Soccer Park in Brookings. Murdzek had the assist on the second goal of the game as she found Maya Hansen in the 50th minute.

[Photo] Soccer set to face USD to start Summit slate

Tristen Hanna, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2022
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[Photo] Tough Test Ahead: Jacks face No. 4-ranked Missouri State on the road

Marshall Minihan, Sports Reporter
September 20, 2022
South Dakota State forward Cece Limongi moving the ball alongside Creighton midfielder Olivia Manning. The Jacks and the Bluejays ended the game with a 1-1 tie. It’s the second straight tie the Jackrabbits have had, following their 1-1 tie with Drake Sunday Sept. 4.

[Photo] Undefeated Jacks face last two games before conference slate

Tristen Hanna, Sports Reporter
September 13, 2022
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[Photo] Bold & Blue fundraising campaign brings in big numbers

Gracie Terrall, Co-Editor-in-Chief
September 13, 2022
SDSU students cheering on the Jackrabbits at the 2021 Hobo Day game

[Photo] SDSU one step closer to alcohol sales at games

Mara Wheaton and Brina Sturm
June 23, 2022
President Barry Dunn addresses State FFA Convention attendees while outgoing State FFA Treasurer Paige Lehrkamp, left, and outgoing State FFA Sentinel Trinity Peterson look on.

[Photo] State FFA returns to Frost Arena

Chloe Risse, Reporter
April 27, 2022
SDSU quarterback, Jon Bell, is in a shotgun formation in the Jackrabbits’ annual spring game. Despite an early interception, the redshirt freshman showed some promise as the Jacks offense scored 57 points.

[Photo] Jacks compete in spring football game

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him)
April 26, 2022
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[Photo] SDSU animal facilities provide learning opportunities for students, faculty

Andrea Huete, Copy Editor
March 8, 2022
Agua Fresh is located on Main Avenue in Brookings.

[Photo] The Collegian’s Noodle Bowl Review

Editorial Board
March 1, 2022
South Dakota’s student regent, Brock Brown, was accepted to the University of South Dakota law school and will be enrolled there fall 2022.

[Photo] GIVING STUDENTS A VOICE

Taylor Storbakken, Reporter
February 15, 2022
Bridget Henne cruises through the women’s 5,000-meter event at the Indoor Classic track meet Friday afternoon.

[Photo] Jackrabbit men, women finish first at Indoor Classic

Marshall Minihan, Sports Reporter
February 15, 2022
Jacks quarterback Chris Oladokun carries the ball in a first-round playoff game against UC Davis Nov. 27 at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium.

[Photo] Jacks beat Villanova, advance to FCS semifinals

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him)
December 11, 2021
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[Photo] Robots officially roll out

Brina Sturm, Assistant Lifestyles Editor (She/They)
November 9, 2021
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[Photo] Pride of the Dakotas to perform annual indoor concert

Karmen Sperr, Reporter
November 9, 2021
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[Photo] Fleet of robots arrive at SDSU

Brina Sturm, Assistant Lifestyles Editor (She/They)
November 2, 2021
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[Photo] Jacks to face Youngstown State

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him)
October 26, 2021
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[Photo] Jacks fall to UNI on Hobo Day

Skyler Jackson, Sports Editor (He/Him)
October 24, 2021
Football season postponement impacts many

Football season postponement impacts many

Zoey Schentzel, Reporter
September 23, 2020
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