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SDSU hosts first-ever Drone Day

 South Dakota State University hosted Drone Day on April 27, kicking off what organizers hope will be the first of many events that teach attendees how drones can be used in their jobs, free time and more.The first-ever Drone Day was open to SDSU faculty, staff and students only, but organizers say they want to open future events up to the public after their trial run was a resounding success...

SDSU Swine Club Named 2023 CAFES Club of the Year

The South Dakota State University College of Agriculture, Food, and Environmental Sciences (CAFES) Prexy Council has named Swine Club the 2023 Club of the Year. Each year, a committee organized by Prexy Council selects an organization that makes a positive impact on the SDSU campus and exceeds expectations in supporting its members and contributing to the community.

Helder named SDSU Distinguished Engineer

Retired researcher and faculty member Dennis Helder, of Volga, has been selected as the 2023 Distinguished Engineer at South Dakota State University.

SDSU faculty recognized for excellence

The annual South Dakota State University Celebration of Faculty Excellence recognized 25 faculty members, researchers and scientists Tuesday. The event honors faculty members in the university's colleges for outstanding research, teaching and service.

Three SDSU attractions earn ‘Great Places’ designation for 2022

Three attractions on the South Dakota State University campus have made the cut in the South Dakota Department of Tourism’s listing of 2022 South Dakota Great Places. Among this year’s designees recognized for outstanding hospitality and customer service are McCrory Gardens, the South Dakota Agricultural Heritage Museum and the South Dakota Art Museum.

3D Center named in honor of Haarberg family

South Dakota State University’s College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions’ 3D Center now has a new namesake—the Haarberg Center for Drug, Disease and Delivery Research, thanks to a transformational $1.1 million gift from Kevin and Lorie Haarberg.

Profilet and DeJong Family Fund First Endowed Position in SDSU’s College of Education and Human Sciences

Through the generosity of two South Dakota State University alumni, the university has established its first endowed faculty position in the College of Education and Human Sciences. The Tate Profilet and Mary DeJong Family Endowed Director of Early Childhood Education was formalized at an Oct. 22 investiture ceremony, paving the way for a new era of the early childhood education program at State.

Six receive SDSU Presidential Medallion

South Dakota State University President Barry Dunn bestowed the SDSU Presidential Medallion upon six individuals Tuesday afternoon for their efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

University Aviation Association honors Christensen

Cody Christensen, an associate professor at South Dakota State University, received the V.L. Laursen Award at the University Aviation Association’s 73rd Annual Education Conference held virtually in October. Christensen, who has led the SDSU aviation program since 2014, is the first one from SDSU to receive an award from the UAA.

Ribbon Cutting to be Held Sept. 6 for New South Dakota Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory

A ribbon cutting ceremony for the new South Dakota Animal Disease Research and Diagnostic Laboratory (ADRDL) on the South Dakota State University campus in Brookings will be held on Sept. 6. The ribbon cutting and a short program will begin at 4:30 p.m. and guided public tours will immediately follow the program, with the last tour departing at 7:30 p.m.