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Men's and Women's basketball teams celebrating their Summit League Championship Wins from March 12, 2024

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The Jackrabbits are going dancing! Congratulations to the SDSU women’s and men’s basketball teams for winning the 2024 Summit League Championships.

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The Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center

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SDSU seeks to create a welcoming and supportive campus environment for American Indian students through a variety of academic programs, scholarships, student services and initiatives.

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UPC - Corn Hole Tournament

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Medary - 3rd Grade Concert

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SDSU alum returns to South Dakota, featured on ‘The Drew Barrymore Show’

Stephanie Arne has led a remarkable career. A world traveler, conservation expert, online show host and recent guest on “The Drew Barrymore Show,” she has taken her passion for animals global. But after 17 years away, the State alum is now back in South Dakota as the conservation director of the Great Plains Zoo and Butterfly House and Aquarium, bringing her world of experience back to her home state.

Kessler honored with Outstanding Bandmaster Award

Kevin Kessler, assistant professor of music education and director of athletic bands for South Dakota State University, was presented the 2024 South Dakota Phi Beta Mu Outstanding Bandmaster Award.

What factors influence international student-athletes in their college choice?

A new study from South Dakota State University's College of Education and Human Sciences analyzed what factors influenced Division I international student-athletes in their college choice.
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SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit to host open house March 16

South Dakota State University’s Department of Animal Science is hosting the SDSU Sheep Research and Teaching Unit open house from 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Saturday, March 16.