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Book Discussion - Being Mortal

Discuss Atul Gawande's book, Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End. Join individuals from Sanford's Palliative Care team for the discussion. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZPM. Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. SF Hsc 289 Classroom.

Learning Lab: Introduction to D2L

Join us for an introductory overview of our learning management system, D2L. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGAT. Monday, August 3, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Creating an Accessible Learning Environment

Join us for an introductory overview of USD’s Digital Accessibility tools and goals. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGAV. Monday, August 3, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Grading in D2L

Join us for an introductory overview of D2L’s gradebook function and options. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGAX. Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Introduction to Course Design

Join us for an introduction to course design to encourage student engagement and learning. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBC. Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Assignments and Discussions in D2L

Join us for an introduction to D2L’s assignment and discussion functions. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBD. Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Learning Lab: Lecture Capture

Join us for an exploration of options for recording and sharing video and audio course content. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBJ. Wednesday, August 5, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Rubrics in D2L

Join us for an introductory overview of D2L’s rubric tool. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBL. Thursday, August 6, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Active Learning Strategies

Join us for an interactive exploration of active learning strategies for any course environment. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBP. Thursday, August 6, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Quizzes in D2L

Join us for an introductory exploration of D2L’s quiz/exam functions. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBQ. Friday, August 7, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Learning Lab: Introduction to using AI in the Classroom

Join us for an introduction to USD’s AI tool options and explore uses for AI in the classroom context. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBR. Friday, August 7, 2026, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, August 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, August 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

New Graduate Teaching Assistant Orientation

Orientation for new graduate teaching assistants for fall and spring 2026-2027. This orientation is mandatory for all new GTAs and optional for returning graduate teaching assistants. Event Contact: Graduate School. Contact Email: grad@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6173. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/~/link.aspx?_id=B391E53E54D34579977B4910D34F716E&_z=z. Event Locator: 2025-ACFJWV. Friday, August 21, 2026, 8:00 AM – 11:00 AM. MUC Ballroom 225ABC, MUC East Lounge 227, MUC Walkway 225ABC.

New Graduate Student Welcome Lunch & Resource Fair

Welcome to the University of South Dakota Graduate School! We want to personally invite you to the New Graduate Student Welcome Lunch and Resource Fair. Come meet fellow graduate students and program heads, enjoy lunch and take the opportunity to visit with various student resource offices. Event Contact: Graduate School. Contact Email: grad@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6173. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/~/link.aspx?_id=B391E53E54D34579977B4910D34F716E&_z=z. Event Locator: 2025-ACFJWS. Friday, August 21, 2026, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM. MUC Ballroom 225ABC, MUC East Lounge 227, MUC Walkway 225ABC.

New Student Orientation Welcome Dinner

New students, grab dinner with your Pack Leader group and start getting to know other new students. Event Contact: Michelle Harvey. Contact Email: michelle.harvey@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605.658.3585. Event URL: https://usd.edu/welcomeweek. Event Locator: 2026-ACJBZR. Friday, August 21, 2026, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM. MUC Table 1, MUC Table 10, MUC Table 2, MUC Table 3, MUC Table 4, MUC Table 5, MUC Table 6, MUC Table 7, MUC Table 8, MUC Table 9, MUC Pit Lounge 141, MUC Main Dining, MUC West Wing Raised Area 160, MUC Media Wall 164, MUC Southeast Lounge 165, MUC…

NSO: So...How Do College Classes Actually Work?

Our faculty share practical tips to help you succeed in the classroom and make the most of your academic experience. Learn what to expect and how to prepare to help you thrive at USD. College of Arts and Sciences, Aalfs Auditorium College of Fine Arts, Colton Hall Fine Arts  College of Health Science, Lee Med 111 College of Education - Teacher Residency and Education, Delzell 118 College of Education - Kinesiology and Sport Management, Dome Club in the Sanford Coyote Sports Center (SCSC) Beacom College of Business, Beacom 133. Event Contact: Michelle Harvey. Contact Email: michelle.harvey@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605.658.3585. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/nso/rsvp_boot?id=376699. Event Locator: 2026-ACJFGG. Saturday, August 22, 2026, 10:30 AM – 11:30 AM. Beacom Hall 133, Delzell Education Center 118, Lee Medicine & Science Hall 111.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, August 24, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Opportunity Center Resource Fair

Join us in the MUC first floor on Tuesday, August 25 for a campus and community resource fair! There will be snacks, swag, and fun!   Ask questions about support resources available to you on and off campus.   Meet faculty and staff from around campus who are here to support you through your journey at USD!   11:30 AM -1:00 PM! Event Contact: Melissa Tabke. Contact Email: melissa.tabke@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583432. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/events?topic_tags=6551569. Event Locator: 2026-ACHVTS. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM. MUC Table 1, MUC Table 10, MUC Table 2, MUC Table 3, MUC Table 4, MUC Table 5, MUC Table 6, MUC Table 7, MUC Table 8, MUC Table 9, MUC Pit Lounge 141, MUC Stairwell Table, MUC Pit Table 1, MUC Pit Table 2, MUC Central Hallway.

Introduction, Course Setup, and the Content Tab in D2L

This introductory workshop will instruct you with an overview of D2L including how to access and activate a course, how to customize your course, and how to manage course content. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBT. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, August 25, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Communication and Personal Tools in D2L

Demonstrates how to use communication tools in D2L including news items and discussions. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGBV. Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, August 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Study Away Fair

Meet with Staff and Faculty leaders for our upcoming USD-Led Group Travel Programs. Destinations include Park City, Utah; Guatemala; Costa Rica; Ireland; Finland/Denmark; Brazil; Sicily/Malta. There will also be representatives from the Wild Rockies Field Institute and other exchange partners. Event Contact: Joshua.Sanger@usd.edu. Contact Email: Joshua.Sanger@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6054501369. Event Locator: 2026-ACJCAJ. Thursday, August 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM. MUC Table 10, MUC Table 7, MUC Table 8, MUC Table 9, MUC Pit Lounge 141, MUC Pit Table 1, MUC Pit Table 2.

D2L Groups and Sections

This workshop focuses on creating groups and sections in D2L. . Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGCD. Thursday, August 27, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Grades and the Classlist in D2L

Explains how to set up and manage your grade book, how to enter and export grades, and how to utilize the class list for emailing students and viewing user progress. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDB. Friday, August 28, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Assessment Tools in D2L

Discusses the purpose and use of the Assignments tool and how to create, edit, and grade a quiz. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDD. Monday, August 31, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

IFC Recruitment Orientation

PNM orientation for IFC Formal Recruitment week. Event Contact: Sorority & Fraternity Life. Contact Email: greek@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583564. Event URL: https://cglink.me/25Y/r376505. Event Locator: 2026-ACHTJN. Monday, August 31, 2026, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM. Aalfs Auditorium 139.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, August 31, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Rubrics in D2L

Explains rubric creation and grading, focusing on the types of rubrics supported by the learning management system: holistic and analytic. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDF. Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

FGSO All Member Meeting

Event Contact: tori.farmer@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Email: tori.farmer@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056702659. Event Locator: 2026-ACHWFP. Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, September 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Introduction, Course Setup, and the Content Tab in D2L

This introductory workshop will instruct you with an overview of D2L including how to access and activate a course, how to customize your course, and how to manage course content. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDL. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Adulting 101: High School vs. College

This workshop will highlight the key differences between high school and college. Attend this workshop to gain practical tips, realistic expectations, and strategies for navigating college life. Event Contact: Holly Haddad. Contact Email: holly.haddad@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3611. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Student-Life/Academic-and-Campus-Support/Academic-Support. Event Locator: 2026-ACJHKA. Wednesday, September 2, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Beacom Hall 133.

Adulting 101: High School vs. College

This workshop will highlight the key differences between high school and college. Attend this workshop to gain practical tips, realistic expectations, and strategies for navigating college life. Event Contact: Holly Haddad. Contact Email: holly.haddad@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3611. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Student-Life/Academic-and-Campus-Support/Academic-Support. Event Locator: 2026-ACJHKA. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. Beacom Hall 133.

Communication and Personal Tools in D2L

Demonstrates how to use communication tools in D2L including news items and discussions. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDN. Thursday, September 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Grades and the Classlist in D2L

Explains how to set up and manage your grade book, how to enter and export grades, and how to utilize the class list for emailing students and viewing user progress. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGDQ. Friday, September 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, September 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Brunch with Badges

"Start your day with good vibes, hot coffee, and even better conversation. Join the amazing UPD officers, dispatchers, and campus safety staff for donuts, food, and a laid-back chance to connect. We’d love to meet you, hear your story, and build community—one cup at a time.". Event Contact: Marcus Destin. Contact Email: usdinvolved@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583557. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/events. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGTH. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM. MUC Pit Lounge 141.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, September 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

First Steps with AI: Practical Tools for Teaching and Learning

AI is becoming a regular part of students' academic lives, but many need guidance on using it as a tool for learning rather than simply generating answers. In this hands-on workshop, faculty will explore practical strategies and assignments that help students use AI responsibly, strengthen critical thinking skills, and reflect on their own learning processes. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFA. Wednesday, September 9, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Office of the President

President Sheila K. Gestring and her husband, Keith, invite you to the annual President’s All-Campus Picnic on Thursday, Sept. 10, from 5-7 p.m. at Coyote Alley. All faculty, staff, students and their families are welcome.  In the event of rain, the picnic will be moved to the Muenster University Center, second floor. Event Contact: Niki Smidt. Contact Email: Niki.Smidt@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-5641. Event Locator: 2025-ACGCXJ. Thursday, September 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Outdoor Tennis Courts.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, September 14, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Communication and Personal Tools in D2L

Demonstrates how to use communication tools in D2L including news items and discussions. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFB. Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Speaker's Night

Event Contact: Kelly Christensen. Contact Email: kelly.v.christensen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583755. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSW. Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, September 15, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Prompting for Possibility: Designing Better AI Conversations

Discover how AI can help students brainstorm ideas, analyze information, create study resources, and engage more deeply with course content. In this interactive workshop, faculty will explore practical, UDL-informed activities that promote student choice, active learning, and meaningful engagement while supporting evidence-based teaching practices. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFC. Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, September 16, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Office of the President

USD President Sheila K. Gestring will deliver her annual State of the University address on Thursday, Sept. 17 at 4 p.m. in Slagle Hall Aalfs Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public. For those unable to join in person, the address will be livestreamed on USD’s YouTube page. Event Contact: Niki Smidt. Contact Email: Niki.Smidt@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-5641. Event Locator: 2025-ACGCXK. Do you need to use the projector for a presentation? FALSE. Do you require the orchestra shell to be in place? FALSE. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM. Aalfs Auditorium 139.

Graduate Research and Creative Scholarship Grant Workshop

Event Contact: Darin Hochstein. Contact Email: gradsch@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586173. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/Graduate-School/Professional-Development. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGPL. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. MUC Conference Room 211A.

Institute Scholar Honoring

Event Contact: Elise Boxer. Contact Email: elise.boxer@usd.edui. Contact Phone: 4352322660. Event Locator: 2026-ACHNTV. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM. MUC Ballroom 225C.

Oscar Howe Memorial Lecture

Please join the College of Fine Arts and the University Art Galleries for this evening's Oscar Howe Memorial Lecture. Live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M Lee Center for the Fine Arts, or livestreamed via the link on this post. Event Contact: Amy Fill. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2026-ACJDQB. Thursday, September 17, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Colton Recital Hall 156.

D2L Groups and Sections

This workshop focuses on creating groups and sections in D2L. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFD. Monday, September 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Teaching Smarter, Not Harder: AI for Course Design

Discover how AI can streamline course design by helping faculty develop learning outcomes, create instructional materials, align assessments, and generate engaging learning activities. In this hands-on workshop, participants will explore practical strategies for using AI to save time while applying UDL and evidence-based teaching practices to support student success. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFG. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

Grades and the Classlist in D2L

Explains how to set up and manage your grade book, how to enter and export grades, and how to utilize the class list for emailing students and viewing user progress. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFH. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Time Management Workshop

Be more productive and maximize your time. This workshop will cover techniques for prioritizing tasks, staying on top of assignments, and combatting procrastination. Event Contact: Holly Haddad. Contact Email: holly.haddad@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3611. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Student-Life/Academic-and-Campus-Support/Academic-Support. Event Locator: 2026-ACJDBD. Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Beacom Hall 129.

“Getting that International Job and No you do not have to leave Your State”

The Gallagher International Center is hosting a speaker for Thursday, October 1st - Stephen Hall (Class of ‘74) & member of the USD Board of Trustees of the Alumni Association is presenting a lecture titled “Getting that International Job and No you do not have to leave Your State” during the Dakota Days week. Event Contact: Joshua.Sanger@usd.edu. Contact Email: joshua.sanger@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6054501369. Event Locator: 2026-ACJCZL. Thursday, October 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM. Patterson Hall 117.

Feedback Reimagined: Using AI to Support Student Growth

Explore how AI can help faculty provide timely, meaningful feedback that supports student learning without increasing grading workload. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFK. Thursday, October 1, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.

The AI Teaching Toolkit: Time Saving Strategies for Faculty

In this hands-on workshop, faculty will explore time-saving strategies that free up more time for meaningful student interaction while supporting inclusive, learner-centered course design. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFL. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Sanford Writing Group

Event Locator: 2026-ACJHLH. Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. Wegner Computer Classroom 143.

Assessment Tools in D2L

Discusses the purpose and use of the Assignments tool and how to create, edit, and grade a quiz. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFM. Thursday, October 8, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Spectrum Weekly Meeting

Spectrum weekly meetings on Mondays at 6:30 PM in MUC 219! Join us for discussion, games, crafts, and planning for big events throughout the schoolyear. All LGBTQ2IA+ people and their allies are encouraged to attend! Event Contact: Parker Orr. Contact Email: parker.orr@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056619040. Event URL: https://usd.campusgroups.com/feeds?type=club&type_id=35460&tab=about. Event Locator: 2026-ACHRAZ. Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM. MUC 219 - The Center.

Designing Authentic Learning in the Age of AI

Participants will explore strategies for designing authentic assignments and assessments that encourage meaningful student engagement, support diverse learners through UDL principles, and promote deeper learning in an AI-enabled world. Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6774. Event URL: https://sites.google.com/usd.edu/ctl/home. Event Locator: 2026-ACJGFN. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM. CTL Classroom 116.

Cru Weekly Meeting

Weekly meeting for all members and non-members of Cru. Event Contact: Dane Reeves. Contact Email: dane.reeves@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 9709992097. Event Locator: 2026-ACHZSD. Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM. The Churchill-Haines Labs 101.