Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance Weekly Meeting
Spectrum is devoted to promoting awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues as well as providing a positive campus environment for LGBTQ+ students. Our meetings are every Monday at 7 pm in MUC 219. These weekly meetings will focus on building community, playing games, planning events, and having fun! Please feel free to contact our email (glbta@coyotes.usd.edu) However we send most updates through USD Involved.
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Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2024-ACBBRH.
Monday, April 21, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MUC 219 - The Center.
Frame of Mind-Graduation Show
Frame of Mind-BFA Graduation Show features the work of Brianna Sandvig, Lauren Mandernach, Natalie Venjohn.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAK.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Fresh Check Day
Fresh Check Day, the signature program of the Jordan Porco Foundation, is an uplifting mental health promotion and suicide prevention event for colleges that includes interactive expo booths, peer-to-peer messaging, support of multiple campus departments and groups, free food, entertainment, and exciting prizes and giveaways!!! Fresh Check Day aims to create an approachable and hopeful atmosphere where students are encouraged to engage in dialogue about mental health and helps to build a bridge between students and the mental health resources available on campus, in the community, and nationally. Fill free to check out the fresh check day website where their is a video showing the event on other college campus! We look forward to seeing everyone there! :)
https://freshcheckday.com/about/what-is-fresh-check-day/.
Event Contact: Madison Harrington. Contact Email: madison.harrington@usd.edui. Contact Phone: 605 658 3258. Event URL: www.usd.edu/scc. Event Locator: 2025-ACCZCS.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 11:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Outdoor MUC West Lawn.
An Inside Look at USD Recycling
Ever wonder what happens to USD’s recycling? Uncertain what you can put in the green bins on campus? Look forward to a presentation by Misty McBeth from Millennium Recycling! We’ll learn about their new sorting technology, recycling mistakes that cause harm, and ways we can do our part to keep materials in use. Lunch provided.
Event Contact: Anna Moore. Contact Email: anna.moore@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586835. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/About/Vermillion-Campus-and-Community/Sustainability-Initiatives. Event Locator: 2025-ACCZQA.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
MUC Meeting Room 216 / 216A.
PDF Makevoer Event
PDF Makeover Event
The series runs from April 7 – April 21.
In this three-week workshop series hosted by the USD CTL, participants will learn basic to advanced practices for making PDFs accessible and how to test and remediate PDFs for online publishing and electronic distribution.
Synchronous meetings are held in person and virtually from 3:00 – 4:00 pm CT on Mondays and will be recorded. Attending or viewing the training sessions are required to earn the certificate of completion.
Participants work on their own PDF files and get in-depth training on PDF editing, remediating, organizing, and distribution to meet ADA compliance in digital spaces. At the end of the training event, participants will demonstrate the skills necessary to create, remediate, and publish PDFs of basic to moderate complexity.
Visit the PDF Makeover Event Website for a list of all resources and a full schedule
Facilitators: Ally Watters, Center for Teaching and Learning
RSVP to UDL@usd.edu.
Event Contact: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Email: ctl@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6066586774. Event Locator: 2025-ACDNRV.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
CTL Classroom 116.
USD Cello/Double Bass Studio Recital
The USD Cello and Double Bass studio students present their spring recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Sonja Kraus. Contact Email: Sonja.Kraus@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3481. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMDN.
Tuesday, April 22, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Frame of Mind-Graduation Show
Frame of Mind-BFA Graduation Show features the work of Brianna Sandvig, Lauren Mandernach, Natalie Venjohn.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAK.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Sigma Delta Pi Initiation
Initiation ceremony for new members of Spanish Honor Society, Sigma Delta Pi.
Event Contact: Kelly Christensen. Contact Email: kelly.v.christensen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583755. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPJA.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
MUC Ballroom 225A.
Phi Alpha Theta Initiation Dinner
Student reception and Phi Alpha Theta Initiation.
Event Contact: Jennifer Beermann. Contact Email: jennifer.beermann@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 7128981843. Event Locator: 2025-ACCRWD.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
MUC Ballroom 225C.
Lab Bingo
Join the MLS Club for MLS themed Bingo!
Event Contact: Paige Milstead. Contact Email: Paige.Milstead@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5073607845. Event URL: https://www.instagram.com/usd_mls_club/. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPSA.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 4:30 PM – 5:30 PM.
Lee Medicine & Science Hall 22A.
PA Program Application Overview -CASPA / Q & A + 2025-2026 Executive Team Results
Seniors who have applied to PA programs this year through the CASPA application service will be breaking it down and explaining the process for juniors applying this year. Even if you are a sophomore or freshman this will be helpful because it will give you information on how to prepare for the application process!
Event Contact: Kathrinn Hopkins - President. Contact Email: prepa@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056829058. Event Locator: 2025-ACCRXD.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Lee Medicine & Science Hall 107.
Spectrum Hosts: Drag Bingo
Join MC Martina Shakers for some drag bingo fun and try to win some prizes! According to the Board of Regents Policy, all attendees must be 18 years or older.
Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2025-ACDQWA.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
MUC Media Wall 164.
Writing Center Write-In!
Are you working on an essay, a report, a portfolio, or another kind of writing project? Get feedback from a writing consultant. You can also write and revise on your own at a nearby table. We’ll have free beverages and snacks! Drop in anytime from 7 to 10 p.m. Delzell room 118.
Event Contact: Michelle Rogge Gannon. Contact Email: mrogge@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6855. Event Locator: 2025-ACCPTF.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM.
Delzell Education Center 118.
USD Chamber Music Recital I
USD Chamber Ensemble students and directors invite you to tonight's event, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere in this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Amy Laursen. Contact Email: Amy.Laursen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3471. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMBJ.
Wednesday, April 23, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Frame of Mind-Graduation Show
Frame of Mind-BFA Graduation Show features the work of Brianna Sandvig, Lauren Mandernach, Natalie Venjohn.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAK.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Air Force Recruiting
<span data-olk-copy-source="MessageBody">The USD Center for Career & Life Design often welcomes employers to campus. Students are welcome to stop by to ask questions and learn more about career opportunities. Today, The United States Air Force, will be presenting on career opportunities in MUC211A.
Event Contact: Buck Welch. Contact Email: buck.welch@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586676. Event Locator: 2025-ACCZQZ.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
MUC Conference Room 211A.
Come Into the Lodge: How Landscape Shapes Mandan and Hidatsa Memory, Language, and Cultural Lifeways
How do we tell the story of place and how do places tell our stories?
Mandan and Hidatsa historian Mike Barthelemy uses language, cultural lifeways, and memory to tell the story of his people that is embedded in the land. The landscape is an expression of Mandan and Hidatsa memory, history, and belonging. Barthelemy reveals a rich tapestry of a peopled and storied landscape while integrating oral histories to remap culture onto the landscape using ethnographic studies, archeological reports, oral histories, and cultural understandings of place. In doing so, his work challenges the ongoing cultural erasure of Mandan and Hidatsa from the landscape.
Event Contact: Elise Boxer. Contact Email: elise.boxer@usd.edui. Contact Phone: 658-6670. Event Locator: 2025-ACDQMD.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
Lab Week - Cookie Decorating
In honor of Lab Week, MLS is hosting a cookie decorating event where students can come in and grab a cookie to decorate. Tools, frostings, and cookies will all be provided.
Event Contact: Jessicael T. Raherisoanjato. Contact Email: jessicael.raherisoan@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6058575279. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPSQ.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
MUC Conference Room 211.
Sociology Club Weekly Meetings
Join USD's Sociology Club in our weekly meetings where students present on specific interest areas within sociology. Following presentations join the club in discussion on societal trends, theories, and topics. Meetings will also provide participating students with opportunities for community outreach such as our biannual trip to Pathways Shelter in Yankton, SD.
Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/socclub. Event Locator: 2024-ACBDSM.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
East Hall 111.
Student Focus Group
This focus group is seeking input on the things the University does that engage students outside of the classroom. The event will be run in a style very common in both businesses and civic organizations and led by a fun and expereienced faculty member. Students gain a real-world experience while also giving valuable feedback to the University.
Event Contact: Susan Hackemer. Contact Email: susan.hackemer@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3565. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPKB.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Delzell Education Center 106.
Guest Double-Bass Masterclass: Dr. Rolf Erdahl
The USD Low String Area invites you to a double bass guest masterclass presented by Dr. Rolf Erdahl, from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Sonja Kraus. Contact Email: Sonja.Kraus@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3481. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPQL.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
AA/NA Meeting
Student-run 12-step meeting in support of USD students in recovery or interested in sobriety. this is an open meeting.
Event Contact: ben severson. Contact Email: ben.severson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056590574. Event Locator: 2024-ACBDKL.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Old Main 118.
The People's Forum
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Event Contact: Mohamed Mohamed. Contact Email: MohamedMohamed2044@hotmail.com. Contact Phone: 6057598320. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMWT.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
USD Spring Band Concert
USD's Symphonic and Concert Bands invited you to their spring concert, live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Bethany Amundson. Contact Email: Bethany.Amundson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3468. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMBK.
Thursday, April 24, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Wellness Center Blood Drive
Requirements:
You must be 17 years old (16 years old with a signed parent consent form) and weigh at least 100 pounds.
, Be in general good health. You can't have a cold, fever, or sore throat.
, Make sure you eat a good meal before donating and drink plenty of water.
, Please bring valid I.D. with you.
Event Contact: Dottie Kerkman. Contact Email: wellness@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6794. Event URL: wellness.usd.edu. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMPG.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
Wellness Center Main Hallway.
Frame of Mind-Graduation Show
Frame of Mind-BFA Graduation Show features the work of Brianna Sandvig, Lauren Mandernach, Natalie Venjohn.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAK.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Earth Day's Fair/Clothing Swap
Stop by the MUC tables, April 25th, 2025 between 10am to 2pm to learn about local organizations and meet people making a difference. Enjoy free food, do crafts, and shop (for free) at the clothing swap! Feel free to donate clothes, too, though donating isn’t required.
Event Contact: Anna Moore. Contact Email: anna.moore@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6835. Event Locator: 2024-ACCAMV.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 10:00 AM – 2:00 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.
NMM Live! | OboeBass!
OboeBass! blends the sounds of oboist Carrie Vecchione and bassist Rolf Erdahl, exploring the untapped potential of their duo instrumentation. OboeBass! has performed in 21 states and in Norway. Venues range from Chicago's Fermilab to a concert in a 300 year old church in Surnadal, Norway to celebrate the Reformation’s 500th anniversary. Performances range from Fitzgerald Theater broadcasts for Minnesota Public Radio, to a “Pictures-at-an-exhibition” style premiere strolling through a Minneapolis College of Art and Design exhibition.
Since they commissioned Tim Goplerud's tango, “It Takes Two . . ." , OboeBass! has premiered over 40 works written for them by Valerie Coleman, Margi Griebling-Haigh, Steve Heitzeg, Mary Ellen Childs, Randall Davidson, Timothy Goplerud, and others. They have won commissioning grants from Chamber Music America, Harvard's Fromm Foundation, The American Composers Forum, and the George Family Foundation. OboeBass! incorporates Classical, folk, ethnic, jazz, and dance styles, with…
Event Contact: National Music Museum. Contact Email: nmm@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3450. Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/3ede3347-a289-42ad-94a1-13cda94bd3a1. Event Locator: 2024-ACCJKZ.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
National Music Museum Performance Hall.
Frame of Mind-BFA Show Closing Reception
Closing Reception for Frame of Mind-BFA Graduation Exhibition.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAM.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
PSL End-of-Year Party
End of the year celebration for Political Science League and other POLS-related student organizations. Food, inflatables, and other activities included!
Event Contact: jacob.geelhart@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Email: jacob.geelhart@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 641-366-5002. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/actioncenter/organization/psl. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMHM.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Outdoor MUC West Lawn.
USD Clarinet Studio Recital
USD's Clarinet Studio invites you to their spring recital in Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Beverly Gibson. Contact Email: Beverly.Gibson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3466. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDHGP.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
USD Symphony Orchestra Concert
The USD Symphony Orchestra invites you to their concert live from Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this entry. This event is open to the public free of charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Chun-Ming Chen. Contact Email: ChunMing.Chen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3478. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMBL.
Friday, April 25, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Lavender Graduation Ceremony
Join Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance to honor the LGBTQIA+ graduates from the USD class of 2025. These students have made wonderful contributions to our campus communities and this ceremony is to honor them and wish them luck on future endeavors.
Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2024-ACCKJB.
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
USD Composition Studio Recital
Dr. Paul Lombardi and the USD Composition Studio invite you to this evening's recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Paul Lombardi. Contact Email: Paul.Lombardi@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3473. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMBM.
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
USD Chamber Music Recital II
USD's Chamber Music students invite you to this evening's recital, live from Colton Recital Hall, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts, and livestreamed via the link available elsewhere on this post. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Amy Laursen. Contact Email: Amy.Laursen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3471. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/livemusic. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMBN.
Saturday, April 26, 2025, 7:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show
BFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAF.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
USD Jazz For Lunch
USD Jazz invites you to listen while you eat your lunch, in the Muenster University Center, Pit Area. Everything goes down better with Jazz. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Christopher Kocher. Contact Email: Christopher.Kocher@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3483. Event Locator: 2025-ACDNLS.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Author Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve
For thirty years Virginia Driving Hawk Sneve has written children's books with the intention of dispelling stereotypes and negative images of Native Americans. She has brought the richness of Native American culture and heritage to thousands of children.
Event Contact: Brooke Jackson. Contact Email: Brooke.jackson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583556. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/events. Event Locator: 2025-ACDPCX.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
Destress before Finals
We will be hosting small events in the MUC and 219 to help students destress before finals. These include two massage therapists on May 1st, refreshments in MUC 219, Pet the Stress Away, and a variety of small activities to help students relax.
Event Contact: 6054961552. Contact Email: Dillan.kenobbiealmon@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6054961552. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/event/11261705. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAL.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:30 PM.
MUC Hoy Room/Faculty Dining.
Justin Lincoln, Graduate Conducting Recital
Justin invites you to his recital, held in the John A. Day Gallery, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Bethany Amundson. Contact Email: Bethany.Amundson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3467. Event Locator: 2025-ACDLTV.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance Weekly Meeting
Spectrum is devoted to promoting awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues as well as providing a positive campus environment for LGBTQ+ students. Our meetings are every Monday at 7 pm in MUC 219. These weekly meetings will focus on building community, playing games, planning events, and having fun! Please feel free to contact our email (glbta@coyotes.usd.edu) However we send most updates through USD Involved.
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Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2024-ACBBRH.
Monday, April 28, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MUC 219 - The Center.
It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show
BFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAF.
Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show
BFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAF.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Peds Topic of the Month
Peds Topic of the Month events will cover various areas of pediatric care and specialty. In early 2025, topics will include Neurology, Behavioral Health, Dermatology, Pulmonology, ENT, Well Child, and Heme-Oncology.
Event Contact: Pediatric Department Assistant. Contact Email: pediatrics@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6053571511. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/sanford-school-of-medicine/Divisions-and-Departments/pediatrics. Event Locator: 2024-ACCHCJ.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
SF Hsc 106.
Colton Schaefer, Graduate Conducting Recital
Colton invites you to his recital, held in the John A. Day Gallery, Warren M. Lee Center for the Fine Arts. This event is open to the public at no charge.
Event Contact: Dr. Bethany Amundson. Contact Email: Bethany.Amundson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3468. Event Locator: 2025-ACDLVC.
Wednesday, April 30, 2025, 4:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show
BFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAF.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Destress Before Finals Massage Therapists
Massage therapists will be coming to 219E to give massages for two hours blocks on May 1st as a way for students to destress.
Event Contact: Dillan Kenobbie-Almond. Contact Email: Dillan.kenobbiealmon@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6054961552. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/event/11261705. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAQ.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
MUC Meeting Room 219E.
Chemistry Awards Banquet
Annual Chemistry Department Awards Banquet.
Event Contact: Karen Sternquist. Contact Email: karen.sternquist@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-6730. Event Locator: 2025-ACCQHZ.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM.
MUC Meeting Room 216 / 216A.
Art Volk Symposium
The Beacom School of Business presents the Arthur A. Volk Symposium, featuring Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope's "Oh the Places You'll Go!...With a Degree in Accounting." Dr. Kelly Richmond Pope is the Dr. Barry Jay Epstein Endowed professor of Forensic Accounting at DePaul University in Chicago, IL. Pope is a nationally recognized expert in risk, forensic accounting, and white-collar crime research, and an award-winning educator, researcher, author, and awardwinning filmmaker. Pope teaches managerial and forensic accounting both at the undergraduate and graduate level.
Event Contact: Derek Franken. Contact Email: derek.franken@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-675-9448. Event Locator: 2025-ACDCXC.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 2:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
Sociology Club Weekly Meetings
Join USD's Sociology Club in our weekly meetings where students present on specific interest areas within sociology. Following presentations join the club in discussion on societal trends, theories, and topics. Meetings will also provide participating students with opportunities for community outreach such as our biannual trip to Pathways Shelter in Yankton, SD.
Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/socclub. Event Locator: 2024-ACBDSM.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
East Hall 111.
AA/NA Meeting
Student-run 12-step meeting in support of USD students in recovery or interested in sobriety. this is an open meeting.
Event Contact: ben severson. Contact Email: ben.severson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056590574. Event Locator: 2024-ACBDKL.
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Old Main 118.
2025 Social Science Interdisciplinary Consortium Conference
The 2025 Social Science Interdisciplinary Consortium (SSIC) Conference will be held at USD. It will be a showcase of undergraduate, graduate, and faculty work that focuses on topics related to the social sciences. Those who would like to attend via Zoom can email for Zoom access.
Event Contact: Isaiah Cohen. Contact Email: Isaiah.Cohen@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586750. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/college-of-arts-sciences/anthropology-and-sociology. Event Locator: 2025-ACDJDJ.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 7:30 AM – 5:00 PM.
Delzell Education Center 112.
It All Came Together-BFA Graduation Show
BFA Graduation Show features the thesis work of Lydia Jae, Aya Naoe, Nathan Valentine, and Kylie Woodruff.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAF.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Student Art Alliance Art Sale
The SAA will be hosting an art sale for students to sell their art. The sale will take place in the MUC hallway on Friday, May 2nd from 9am to 4pm.
Event Contact: Margaret Kathol. Contact Email: margaret.kathol@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 7018954080. Event URL: https://www.instagram.com/usdsaa/. Event Locator: 2025-ACCTXC.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
MUC Central Hallway.
NMM Live! | Tatag Gamelan
A dedicated ensemble of volunteers was formed shortly after the arrival of the Kyai Rengga Manis Everist Gamelan. Eventually being given the name of Tatag, the group exemplifies the characteristics of what the name means: strong will, strong determination, showing compassion. Members of the group have ranged in age from 6 to 80, and members commute from as far away as Orange City.
Membership is open to anyone who is interested - no prior music experience is necessary. They rehearse once a week for 60 minutes.
A live stream of this concert will be available to watch for free on our website here.
Event Contact: National Music Museum. Contact Email: nmm@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3450. Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/cb44eab7-f021-4a17-963b-5331476145d6. Event Locator: 2025-ACCSNS.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
National Music Museum Performance Hall.
CABchella
Join us for a festival style event featuring two local bands, Beverly Hills Thrift Store and Juliet Motel! Stop by for food trucks, activities, live music, and more!
Event Contact: Brook Roozen. Contact Email: brooklyn.roozen@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6058648097. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/event/11124537. Event Locator: 2025-ACDMAP.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Outdoor MUC West Lawn.
It All Came Together-Closing Reception
Closing reception for BFA Graduation Show.
Event Contact: 0. Contact Email: amy.fill@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056583437. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSAH.
Friday, May 2, 2025, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
John A Day Gallery.
Discovery Saturday: AANHPI Heritage Month
Learn the ukulele with Vermillion music educator Gretchen Burbach at two fun and informative ukulele discovery sessions at 11:30 and 1:30. Learn a chord, a couple strumming patterns—and maybe even a song—at 11:30 AM and 1:30 PM that day. We will have several ukuleles on hand for you to play, or bring your own!
Then, stay for a spotlight talks on the NMM's Javanese gamelan at 2:15 and 3:15, as well as a chance to play in this amazing ensemble with educator, Anna Van Kley, at 2:30. All activities are included with museum admission.
Additionally, families are invited to join the NMM’s Music Storytime at 10:30 a.m. where Van Kley will read a story and lead children to explore the museum. Music Storytime is free and sponsored by the M.A. Everist Foundation. Discovery Saturdays at the NMM occur on the first Saturday of each month, offering a variety of activities and educational tours throughout the museum.
Event Contact: National Music Museum. Contact Email: nmm@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3450. Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/5275d13a-1bee-4433-a582-2ff560318aa8. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSNW.
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM.
National Music Museum Performance Hall.
Musical Theatre Senior Project Performance
BFA Theatre: Musical Theatre major Lydia J. Saxton will be presenting her senior project, that combines lectures and performances.
Event Contact: Rai Genna. Contact Email: Raimondo.Genna@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3486. Event Locator: 2025-ACDNSW.
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:30 PM.
Old Main 111 (Farber Hall).
2025 Department of English Graduation Reception
Friends & family are invited to attend a luncheon to celebrate the English Department’s graduating class of 2025.
Event Contact: Reyna Hernandez. Contact Email: reyna.hernandez@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586850. Event URL: www.usd.edu/english. Event Locator: 2024-ACCDRV.
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 11:30 AM – 2:00 PM.
Old Main 118.
USD Opera Presents Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Gondoliers"
Join USD Opera this fall for Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Gondoliers, the story of two charming Venetian gondoliers, Giuseppe and Marco, who are informed that due to an error of identity when they were young boys, one of them is the heir to the throne of Barataria. Matters are complicated when the Duke and Duchess of Plaza Toro reveal that their beautiful daughter, Casilda, was married to the future king as an infant. The problem? Giuseppe and Marco are both newly married to the peasant girls Tessa and Gianetta, and Casilda is in love with her father’s attendant, Luiz. Since its premiere in 1889, the operetta has delighted audiences with its memorable score by Sullivan, and its satire of class distinctions, cleverly tucked into Gilbert’s witty plotline.
Performed with Orchestra and sung in English with supertitles. Directed by Dr. Tracelyn Gesteland. Conducted by Dr. Chun-Ming Chen,
Performed in Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall – Saturday, May 3, 2025, 7:30pm and Sunday, May 4, 2025, 3pm.
General Seating…
Event Contact: music@usd.edu. Contact Email: music@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3466. Event Locator: 2025-ACCPAV.
Saturday, May 3, 2025, 7:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
USD Opera Presents Gilbert & Sullivan's "The Gondoliers"
Join USD Opera this fall for Gilbert & Sullivan’s The Gondoliers, the story of two charming Venetian gondoliers, Giuseppe and Marco, who are informed that due to an error of identity when they were young boys, one of them is the heir to the throne of Barataria. Matters are complicated when the Duke and Duchess of Plaza Toro reveal that their beautiful daughter, Casilda, was married to the future king as an infant. The problem? Giuseppe and Marco are both newly married to the peasant girls Tessa and Gianetta, and Casilda is in love with her father’s attendant, Luiz. Since its premiere in 1889, the operetta has delighted audiences with its memorable score by Sullivan, and its satire of class distinctions, cleverly tucked into Gilbert’s witty plotline.
Performed with Orchestra and sung in English with supertitles. Directed by Dr. Tracelyn Gesteland. Conducted by Dr. Chun-Ming Chen,
Performed in Aalfs Auditorium, Slagle Hall – Saturday, May 3, 2025, 7:30pm and Sunday, May 4, 2025, 3pm.
General Seating…
Event Contact: music@usd.edu. Contact Email: music@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605 658 3466. Event Locator: 2025-ACCPAZ.
Sunday, May 4, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Campus Wide Fine Arts.
GPSA Graduate Writing Retreat
Join fellow graduate students to study for exams, write essays, or work on your thesis! Drop in as you please - enjoy music, treats, and fun crafts when you need a break!
Event Contact: gpsa@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Email: Nikole.Schneider@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 8035078420. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/gpsa. Event Locator: 2025-ACCPRZ.
Monday, May 5, 2025, 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
MUC Conference Room 211.
GPSA monthly meeting
The Graduate and Professional Student Association (GPSA) caters to the interests of students pursuing their graduate or professional degree at USD by advocating for grad-related issues. Join us in our monthly meetings for information of happenings around USD and the graduate school, as well as learn about events hosted by GPSA and catered toward graduate students! Join in person or via the Zoom link on our Involved page: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/gpsa.
Event Contact: gpsa@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Email: Nikole.Schneider@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 8035078420. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/gpsa. Event Locator: 2024-ACCKQA.
Monday, May 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
MUC Doyle Boardroom 212.
Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance Weekly Meeting
Spectrum is devoted to promoting awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues as well as providing a positive campus environment for LGBTQ+ students. Our meetings are every Monday at 7 pm in MUC 219. These weekly meetings will focus on building community, playing games, planning events, and having fun! Please feel free to contact our email (glbta@coyotes.usd.edu) However we send most updates through USD Involved.
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Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2024-ACBBRH.
Monday, May 5, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MUC 219 - The Center.
A&S Graduation Reception
The College of Arts & Sciences hosts the annual graduation reception for 2025 graduates. Come join us for snacks and refreshments and to celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2025! Free and open to the public.
Event Contact: Heather McDonald. Contact Email: heather.mcdonald@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3831. Event Locator: 2025-ACDGXF.
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
MUC Pit Lounge 141.
AA/NA Meeting
Student-run 12-step meeting in support of USD students in recovery or interested in sobriety. this is an open meeting.
Event Contact: ben severson. Contact Email: ben.severson@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056590574. Event Locator: 2024-ACBDKL.
Thursday, May 8, 2025, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Old Main 118.
2025 English Graduation Reception
Please join the Department of English in celebrating the graduating class of 2025! Family & friends are welcome to attend, and refreshments will be provided.
Event Contact: Darlene Farabee. Contact Email: darlene.farabee@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056586850. Event URL: www.usd.edu/english. Event Locator: 2025-ACDKPC.
Saturday, May 10, 2025, 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM.
Old Main 118.
Spectrum: Gender and Sexuality Alliance Weekly Meeting
Spectrum is devoted to promoting awareness and understanding of LGBTQ+ issues as well as providing a positive campus environment for LGBTQ+ students. Our meetings are every Monday at 7 pm in MUC 219. These weekly meetings will focus on building community, playing games, planning events, and having fun! Please feel free to contact our email (glbta@coyotes.usd.edu) However we send most updates through USD Involved.
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Event Contact: Phoebe Smith. Contact Email: phoebe.smith@coyotes.usd.edu. Contact Phone: 5158096050. Event URL: https://usdinvolved.usd.edu/organization/spectrum. Event Locator: 2024-ACBBRH.
Monday, May 12, 2025, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MUC 219 - The Center.
Medications for Opioid Use Disorder Training Day
Join us for the second annual Medications for Opioid Use Disorder (MOUD) Training Day on Thursday, May 9th 2024. This free training opportunity will bring expert presenters and as well as a guided simulation in the Parry Center. Free CME hours will also be available to students, prescribers, or any other interested individual/groups. For questions, contact crhi@usd.edu.
Event Contact: n/a. Contact Email: CRHI@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6053571561. Event Locator: 2024-ACBQHV.
Thursday, May 15, 2025, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM.
SF Hsc L15.
Peds Topic of the Month
Peds Topic of the Month events will cover various areas of pediatric care and specialty. In early 2025, topics will include Neurology, Behavioral Health, Dermatology, Pulmonology, ENT, Well Child, and Heme-Oncology.
Event Contact: Peds Department Assistant. Contact Email: pediatrics@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6053571511. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/sanford-school-of-medicine/Divisions-and-Departments/pediatrics. Event Locator: 2024-ACCHCC.
Friday, May 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
SF Hsc 289 Classroom.
PT Professionalism Ceremony
The PT Professionalism Ceremony officially welcomes the PT students into a profession of humanistic care. We take this opportunity to celebrate the students' commitment to the core values of Physical Therapy. Following the ceremony we welcome family/friends to attend an open house in the PT department.
Event Contact: Marcia Harnois. Contact Email: pt@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-5999. Event Locator: 2024-ACCFTW.
Friday, May 23, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Aalfs Auditorium 139.
Peds Topic of the Month
Peds Topic of the Month events will cover various areas of pediatric care and specialty. In early 2025, topics will include Neurology, Behavioral Health, Dermatology, Pulmonology, ENT, Well Child, and Heme-Oncology.
Event Contact: Peds Department Assistant. Contact Email: pediatrics@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6053571511. Event URL: https://www.usd.edu/Academics/Colleges-and-Schools/sanford-school-of-medicine/Divisions-and-Departments/pediatrics. Event Locator: 2024-ACCHCC.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
SF Hsc 289 Classroom.
NMM Live! | Kristian Bugge & Ruthie Dornfeld
Kristian Bugge is one of the busiest folk musicians rooted in Denmark. He was born 1979 in Næstved, Denmark. His family lived in Sweden for two years and then settled in Vejle in Eastern Jutland, Denmark. He attended a Rudolf Steiner (Waldorf) School where, when asked in the fifth grade which instrument he would like, he chose the violin. Soon the two of them were inseparable. His mother, Lise, found a local music school offering ensemble playing for young people and that was where Kristian first met traditional music. He was fascinated by the catchy tunes, the close connection between music and dancing, and the spontaneous joy of playing among other young musicians – an experience which was to decide the direction of his musical career. He experienced music as a means of communication unhindered by national or cultural borders while travelling with the youth ensemble Fandango.
After graduating from school, Kristian studied five months at the Raduga Art College in Moscow where he was taught by Mikhail…
Event Contact: National Music Museum. Contact Email: nmm@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 605-658-3450. Event URL: https://www.nmmusd.org/events/6e9734b3-33a0-46cc-954d-496357ff33dd. Event Locator: 2025-ACDSNX.
Friday, June 20, 2025, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
National Music Museum Performance Hall.
Workshop for AI-Powered Materials Discovery at Great Plains
The objective of this workshop is to leverage the unique geographical characteristics of the Great Plains, bringing together researchers from nine EPSCoR jurisdictions along with key leaders in artificial intelligence (AI), engineering, material science, physical science, and data science. The primary focus is to create opportunities for EPSCoR jurisdictions to assume crucial roles in a planned world-class data-driven materials research platform, with a specific emphasis on utilizing AI for designing and producing high-performance materials. This planned workshop will integrate individual talents and existing research capabilities across multiple disciplines and institutions to engineer a transdisciplinary materials research platform. The research consortium will include EPSCoR-jurisdiction institutions from South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Montana. The platform aims to accelerate materials discovery through data-driven machine learning (ML) algorithms. Ke…
Event Contact: Dongming Mei. Contact Email: Dongming.Mei@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056585501. Event Locator: 2024-ACBFAW.
Monday, June 23, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MUC Ballroom 225AB, MUC Ballroom 225ABC, MUC National Brands 159, MUC Media Wall 164.
Workshop for AI-Powered Materials Discovery at Great Plains
The objective of this workshop is to leverage the unique geographical characteristics of the Great Plains, bringing together researchers from nine EPSCoR jurisdictions along with key leaders in artificial intelligence (AI), engineering, material science, physical science, and data science. The primary focus is to create opportunities for EPSCoR jurisdictions to assume crucial roles in a planned world-class data-driven materials research platform, with a specific emphasis on utilizing AI for designing and producing high-performance materials. This planned workshop will integrate individual talents and existing research capabilities across multiple disciplines and institutions to engineer a transdisciplinary materials research platform. The research consortium will include EPSCoR-jurisdiction institutions from South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Montana. The platform aims to accelerate materials discovery through data-driven machine learning (ML) algorithms. Ke…
Event Contact: Dongming Mei. Contact Email: Dongming.Mei@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056585501. Event Locator: 2024-ACBFAW.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MUC Ballroom 225AB, MUC Ballroom 225ABC, MUC National Brands 159, MUC Media Wall 164.
Workshop for AI-Powered Materials Discovery at Great Plains
The objective of this workshop is to leverage the unique geographical characteristics of the Great Plains, bringing together researchers from nine EPSCoR jurisdictions along with key leaders in artificial intelligence (AI), engineering, material science, physical science, and data science. The primary focus is to create opportunities for EPSCoR jurisdictions to assume crucial roles in a planned world-class data-driven materials research platform, with a specific emphasis on utilizing AI for designing and producing high-performance materials. This planned workshop will integrate individual talents and existing research capabilities across multiple disciplines and institutions to engineer a transdisciplinary materials research platform. The research consortium will include EPSCoR-jurisdiction institutions from South Dakota, North Dakota, Wyoming, Iowa, New Mexico, Nebraska, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Montana. The platform aims to accelerate materials discovery through data-driven machine learning (ML) algorithms. Ke…
Event Contact: Dongming Mei. Contact Email: Dongming.Mei@usd.edu. Contact Phone: 6056585501. Event Locator: 2024-ACBFAW.
Wednesday, June 25, 2025, 7:00 AM – 9:00 PM.
MUC Ballroom 225AB, MUC Ballroom 225ABC, MUC National Brands 159, MUC Media Wall 164.