Finalists named for dean of College of Natural Sciences
The search committee for the dean position at South Dakota State University’s College of Natural Sciences has named three finalists, who will be on campus over the next two weeks.
Student leaders: Olivia Tagart
A senior nursing major, Olivia Tagart serves as the president for the Student-Athlete Advisory Council, an organization representing student-athletes from the 19 NCAA Division 1 athletic programs at ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ. Tagart, a Denver native, is a member of ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ women’s swimming and diving team and is in her fourth year of involvement with the Student-Athlete Advisory Council.
Krogh: Great things happening in College of Nursing
Fall is such a wonderful time of year. On campus, we experience the excitement of the students returning to school to continue their studies. The trees prepare for their winter slumber. Amid all of these changes, I ponder all of the ways I am grateful to serve as the Roberta K. Olson Endowed Dean for Nursing.
New faces, new roles in College of Nursing
The College of Nursing at South Dakota State University has added some new faces to its ranks since July. These dedicated new faculty and staff span ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ’s main campus, as well as the Sioux Falls and Rapid City sites.
Growth and partnerships at ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ West River Nursing
Long-standing partnerships between South Dakota State University and Black Hills State University have supported the health care needs of West River South Dakota since 1992. Now, increases to available student seats have allowed the programs to serve more students and prepare more nurses to enter the field.
Warne honored at "NANAINA" conference
At the 2024 National Alaska Native American Indian Nurses Association conference, the life and legacy of Beverly Stabber Warne was honored. Warne, who died on April 14 at the age of 85, will be remembered for the many lives she touched and the impact she had on Native Americans, including through her work at South Dakota State University.
Nursing grant specialist awarded for efforts in the college
As the grants program specialist for the College of Nursing at South Dakota State University, Marie Schmit works to secure funding for training and research opportunities. In May, she was recognized with the Presidential Award of Excellence, alongside six others at the ³ÉÈËÊÓƵ Professional Staff Advisory Council annual meeting.