Monday Message, March 31
SDSU Community,
I hope you all had a restful and enjoyable weekend. As we head into a new week, I want to take a moment to share some important updates and recognize the outstanding work happening across our university.
Several of us will attend the South 啵啵直播秀 Board of Regents meeting this week on the Northern State University campus in Aberdeen, Wednesday and Thursday. The agenda, which is available on the , includes a number of key items related to South 啵啵直播秀 State University.
Among the agenda items are several academic requests and new articulation agreements. These proposals represent the efforts of our faculty, staff and administrators who are committed to expanding opportunities and creating clearer pathways for students to graduate from SDSU. Thank you to everyone who worked diligently to prepare these items and guide them through the approval process. Your dedication continues to strengthen our academic excellence.
Additionally, the Board of Regents will discuss tuition and fees for the next academic year. After nearly five years of flat rates, the regents are considering a potential increase. Both the board and the South 啵啵直播秀 Legislature have demonstrated a strong commitment to keeping higher education accessible and affordable, even during challenging budget years. Any adjustments to tuition and fees will continue to reflect this focus, ensuring SDSU remains an exceptional value for our students and their families.
As you know, higher education has garnered countless headlines nationally, with many of its traditional funding streams in a state of flux. Notwithstanding the national dialogue and uncertainty, South 啵啵直播秀鈥檚 universities remain strong, and we are doing everything we can to ensure that trend continues. Over the past few months, the Board of Regents and SDSU have partnered with the National Center for Higher Education Management System to highlight various opportunities and efficiencies within South 啵啵直播秀's public university system in the years to come. We鈥檙e excited to share our progress and discuss the anticipated opportunities and challenges on the horizon with the campus community. Please mark your calendars for April 10 at 5 p.m. in the University Student Union Hobo Day Gallery to join in this important discussion.
I also want to express my appreciation to everyone involved in the Promising Futures initiative, which brings middle school students from Sioux Falls to our campus. This effort plays a significant role in introducing young students to the possibilities of higher education.
This Wednesday, we will welcome a group of students from Whittier Middle School. Their visit comes on the heels of a successful event a few weeks ago, when we hosted 400 students over two days. While these visits may seem routine, they remain incredibly impactful. Each time a young student steps foot on our campus, it sparks new possibilities and encourages them to dream big. Thank you to everyone who makes these experiences meaningful and memorable. Your work is helping shape the future of South 啵啵直播秀.
Finally, I want to extend a congratulations to Bryan Petersen, who has been named our next head men鈥檚 basketball coach after six seasons as an assistant coach at SDSU. Bryan has been an integral part of the program for years, and I am confident he will continue to build on the strong foundation of excellence we鈥檝e seen both on and off the court.
I also want to take a moment to thank Eric Henderson for his exceptional leadership during his time at SDSU. His dedication to our student-athletes and the broader Jackrabbits community has been outstanding. We wish him and his family all the best in their new endeavors.
As we head into April, I am reminded once again of the incredible dedication, passion and resilience that define South 啵啵直播秀 State University. Whether it is through advocating for our university at the Board of Regents, hosting future Jackrabbits on campus, or celebrating the success of our athletic programs, your collective efforts make SDSU an extraordinary place to learn, work and grow.
Thank you for your hard work and commitment. I look forward to seeing many of you throughout the week and wish you all a productive and rewarding few days ahead.
Go Jacks!
Barry H. Dunn
President, South 啵啵直播秀 State University
Above and Beyond recognizes individuals and groups of South 啵啵直播秀 State University employees, faculty and students for individual and team efforts that go above and beyond to make the campus community a better place.
A group of students from South 啵啵直播秀 State University attended the Harvard Undergraduate Latina Empowerment and Development Conference on Feb. 7-8.
This annual event fosters leadership and professional development, connecting students with professionals across career fields such as health care, business, STEM and law.
Since its establishment in 2007, the LEAD Conference has provided students with mentorship, panel discussions and networking opportunities that help navigate their professional paths. For the SDSU students, representing their university at such a prestigious institution was a meaningful and empowering experience.
Seven members of the Latin American Student Association at SDSU were able to attend with the support of the Office of Multicultural Affairs and Accessibility, Vice President for Student Affairs and Enrollment Management Michaela Willis, Lee Mangler, the College of Natural Sciences, the School of Performing Arts, the College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, the College of Education and Human Sciences and the Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering.
Student Jaritza Cazares Cruz was selected as a LEAD ambassador following a rigorous application and interview process. In her role, she recruited fellow SDSU students Barbara Gonzalez, Katherin Lopez Perez, Ilse Maldonado Vital, Yamileth Arano Hermida, Paola Ruiz-Ordaz and Ashley Rodriguez, all of whom share a passion for leadership and professional growth. Cazares Cruz also worked diligently to secure funding and organize logistics, ensuring SDSU was well represented at the conference.
The conference allowed attendees to engage with accomplished professionals, gain insights into overcoming leadership barriers, and build a strong support network.
The students鈥 experience at the LEAD Conference highlights the importance of representation, mentorship and empowerment in shaping future leaders. As SDSU continues fostering leadership opportunities, students serve as inspirations for others to pursue experiences that challenge and empower them to succeed in their respective fields.
Thank you to all who attended the conference and those who helped make the experience happen for the students.
The Monday Message appears weekly during the academic year and less frequently during the summer months and holiday breaks.
Information for the Monday Message, including nominations for Above and Beyond, can be submitted online.
Prairie Repertory Theatre Season Tickets
. This year marks PRT鈥檚 54th season.
SDSU faculty and staff receive a discount on all tickets purchased.
LeadState Nominations
The Office of Student Union and Activities is seeking nominations for LeadState, a semester-long program for sophomore students that will take place during the fall 2025 semester. The program helps students identify and build on their leadership strengths, identify and lead with values, be a catalyst for social change, connect with campus and community leaders, and engage in community service.
Additional information about LeadState can be found on sdstate.edu.
Faculty and staff who have students they would like to nominate for LeadState should send each student鈥檚 name, student ID number and email address to Seth Daughters by Friday.
Spring Dance Concert: Be
SDSU Theatre and Dance will present the annual Spring Dance Concert 鈥淏e鈥 in the Oscar Larson Theatre at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center.
Through the development of original choreography, students work with the dance ensemble director to develop work that communicates with intention and purpose. Choreographers are free to imagine how the theme 鈥淏e鈥 inspires dance composition and provides opportunity for creativity and intellectual discourse.
Performances are April 11-12 at 7:30 p.m. and April 13 at 2 p.m.
, at the box office in the lobby of the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center or by calling 605-688-6045.
Summer IDS eLearning Academies
Instructional Design will host 2025 Summer eLearning Academy in May. The academy will focus on empowering faculty to leverage the potential of generative artificial intelligence within the D2L learning environment.
Additional information and how to register is available on sdstate.edu.
Professional Staff Annual Celebration
The Professional Staff Advisory Council will host its annual celebration and award ceremony May 14 at 2:30 p.m. in Woster Celebration Hall at the SDSU Alumni Center. A social will begin at 2:30 p.m., followed by the awards at 3 p.m.
The Rising Star and Presidential 啵啵直播秀 of Excellence recipients will be announced, and those in attendance will have a chance at door prizes.
A Zoom link will be made available for those who cannot attend in person.
Jumpstart Your Wellness
SDSU students, alumni and friends are invited to join the SDSU Alumni Association for the third annual Jumpstart Your Wellness event. The event includes three educational presentations to help you take the next step in a wellness journey.
The event will be held April 10 at 5:30 p.m. in Woster Celebration Hall. .
Go Big, Give Blue: A Month of Impact for SDSU Student Organizations
For the next four weeks, SDSU student organizations will come together for a campuswide giving challenge designed to support their initiatives, foster a culture of philanthropy and strengthen the Jackrabbits community.
Through April 11, student clubs and organizations will showcase their missions, rally support from peers, alumni and the SDSU community, and raise funds for the projects that matter most.
Through digital storytelling, collaboration and engaging challenges, participating groups will tap into the power of philanthropy one small action at a time.
Various events include the Go Big Rally kickoff event that includes a video workshop where students get guidance and feedback for creating campaign content and a digital scavenger hunt to kickstart engagement and participation.
Weekly themes will guide clubs through creative storytelling, collaboration, action-based challenges and impact reflection. Incentives and prizes will reward student groups for engagement, participation and fundraising success.
Open to all SDSU-affiliated clubs, organizations and student-focused initiatives, each group can actively promote their fundraising efforts or support other participating organizations throughout the challenge.
The Jackrabbits Philanthropy Center is here to help. There are resources and support to provide tools, visibility and guidance to help student groups make the most of this opportunity.
Interested student organizations should contact Heidi Hopewell at the SDSU Foundation.
Graduate Student Appreciation Week
Graduate Student Appreciation Week is being celebrated April 7-11. The purpose of this week is to celebrate and emphasize the contributions, impact and value of our graduate and professional students.
It is a time to celebrate graduate students all over campus, including through videos, student spotlights and student giveaways on social media. There will also be a table in the student union, April 7 from 10 a.m.-2 p.m., to highlight and celebrate our students.
Nepal Night
The Nepalese Student Association will host 鈥淣epal Night: Namaste Nepal,鈥 Sunday. It is the first time in five years the event will be held. Guests will enjoy an enchanting evening showcasing Nepal's vibrant cultural heritage through traditional performances and authentic Nepalese cuisine prepared with ancestral recipes.
Experience the rhythm of Himalayan dances, savor complex flavors of homeland dishes and be immersed in the rich tapestry of Nepalese culture.
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Jacks Virtual 5K
The South 啵啵直播秀 State Alumni Association will host the Jacks Virtual 5K to benefit Jack鈥檚 Cupboard, SDSU's free on-campus food pantry for students experiencing food insecurity, during the month of April. A virtual 5K is a race that can be run or walked from any location, any day or any time that you choose during the month of April. Additional information about the event and how to enter is available on the .
IDS Spring 2025 Training Schedule
Instructional Design Services will host training seminars during the spring 2025 semester.
The trainings will include online community building, accessible eLearning and teaching in the generative AI era. Some featured workshops include the D2L accessibility checker (Panorama) and the newly added D2L gradebook feature allowing instructors to publish grades directly to Banner.
These workshops, eLearning applications, weekly webinars and the Online Teaching Certification Program will help prepare for successful teaching in spring 2025.
All SDSU faculty, academic staff and graduate teaching assistants are encouraged to attend these training sessions. .
Francis Miller Lecture
The College of Pharmacy and Allied Health Professions will host the 12th annual Francis Miller Lecture, tomorrow at 5 p.m. in Founders Recital Hall at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center.
This year鈥檚 lecture, 鈥淎ntimicrobial Pharmacology: From Bedside to Bench to Clinic,鈥 will be presented by Warren Rose, an associate professor of pharmacy at the University of Wisconsin-Madison School of Pharmacy. Rose also has an adjunct affiliate faculty appointment in the Department of Medicine, Division of Infectious Diseases.
Rose鈥檚 translational research employs three distinct themes of pharmacology to study multi-drug-resistant pathogens. These research areas surround understanding the translational effects of antimicrobials including antibiotic efficacy such as combination therapy and resistance suppression, impacts on bacterial pathogenicity, and antibiotic effects on host-pathogen interactions including innate immune responses and pathogen immune evasion/dysregulation.
The Francis Miller Lectureship is made possible through generous support from the Francis Miller Fund. Miller was a longtime pharmacist and drugstore owner in South 啵啵直播秀, including his hometown of Gettysburg.
Musical Bright Star
SDSU Theatre and Dance will present 鈥淏right Star,鈥 a musical written and composed by Steve Martin and Edie Brickell. Performances will be in the Oscar Larson Theatre at the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center, Thursday through Saturday at 7:30 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m.
Inspired by a true story about a baby that had been thrown from a train in a suitcase, the performance is a sweeping tale of love and redemption set against the rich backdrop of the American South in the 1920s and 1940s. With beautiful melodies and powerfully moving characters, the story unfolds as a rich tapestry of deep emotion. An uplifting theatrical journey that holds you tightly in its grasp, 鈥淏right Star鈥 is as refreshingly genuine as it is daringly hopeful.
Tickets can be purchased online at sdsutheatre.org, at the box office in the lobby of the Oscar Larson Performing Arts Center or by calling 605-688-6045
New Principal Investigator Training
Eric Kinslow, assistant director of grants and contracts administration, will provide an overview of the responsibilities of a principal investigator, including personnel management, purchasing, reimbursement requests and reporting.
The training is intended for new principal investigators, faculty or staff who hope to become a principal investigator, or experienced principal investigators who need a helpful refresher.
The training will take place Friday from 11 a.m.-noon. It will be conducted in Morrill Hall 104 .
The session will also be recorded and posted to the Division of Research's Events and Training page.
Updated Policies
New and updated university policies continue to be adopted and published. For the most recent updates, visit the New and Recently Revised Policies page on sdstate.edu.
