Related Events and Organizations

Information Session - February 7, 3:00pm (MUC 211 and Zoom)

Preliminary Round - February 14, 3:00pm (MUC Ballroom)

Final Round - February 21, 3:00pm (MUC Ballroom)

USD 3MT

The Three Minute Thesis competition provides graduate students with an opportunity to communicate the significance of their research project to a non-specialized audience in just three minutes. The 3MT(R) is an academic research communication competition developed by The University of Queensland (UQ), Australia.

For more information, email the Graduate School at grad@usd.edu. 

CURCS

The mission of the Council on Undergraduate Research is to support and promote high-quality mentored undergraduate research, scholarship, and creative inquiry.

CUR provides support and professional development opportunities for faculty, staff, administrators, and students. Our publications and outreach activities are designed to share successful models and strategies for establishing, nurturing, and institutionalizing undergraduate research programs. 

USD supports a group of faculty and staff whose goal is to advance research and creative activity among undergraduate students. CURCS administers a number of the undergraduate research programs. 

For more information, email the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs at undergraduateresearch@usd.edu. 

South Dakota Biotech Upcoming Events

Formed in 2006, South Dakota Biotech serves a membership which includes business, universities, service providers and state-wide economic development entities to expand the bioscience industry. This non-profit organization is dedicated to developing biotechnology through expanding research, advocacy, funding, education, infrastructure development and promotion. By connecting with South Dakota Biotech, you become an active player in the growth and sustainability of the state's promising biotech sector.

SD Biotech welcomes you to join them several upcoming events! For up-to-date information on events, please visit www.sdbio.org/upcoming-events.

Saturday, April 12, 4:00pm; USD Farber Hall (Old Main)

TEDxUSD

TEDx is a program of local, self-organized events that bring people together to share a TED-like experience. Our event is called TEDxUSD, where x = independently organized TED event. At our TEDxUSD event, TEDTalks video and live speakers will combine to spark deep discussion and connection in a small group. The TED Conference provides general guidance for the TEDx program, but individual TEDx events, including ours, are self-organized.

For tickets and other information, please see the link above.

USD Honors Website

The Honors Program at USD isn’t about courses that move faster and cover more material; it’s about developing you into a person who’s passionate about contributing to society and preparing for a rapidly changing world. By fostering enriched educational opportunities for academically talented and highly motivated students, USD can offer an engaging, stimulating and rewarding experience.

The Honors program proudly sponsors programs for Honors students as well as the University at large including the Life Boat lecture and Honors Three Minute Thesis (non-sanctioned). 

For more information, please fill out this contact form or email Honors program coordinator Bob Welch at Bob.Welch@usd.edu.

USD Tiospaye Student Council

Friday, Saturday and Sunday, April 11-13; Sanford Coyote Sports Center

Join us for the Annual Wacipi, a powwow that encapsulates the rich tapestry of Native traditions, dance and song. Hosted by the Tiospaye Student Council and USD Native Student Services, this event serves not only as a cultural celebration but also as a platform for prospective students, alumni and current leaders to connect and engage. 

For more information, email tiospaye@coyotes.usd.edu.