USD Department of Dental Hygiene to Host “Give Kids a Smile” Event
The University of South Dakota Department of Dental Hygiene will host the “Give Kids a Smile” event on Saturday, Feb. 28, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Delta Dental Oral Health Center on the USD campus in Vermillion.
Vermillion Medical Clinic Donates to Local Community Connection Center
Vermillion Medical Clinic physician, Dr. Matthew Krell, and other clinic providers, recently presented a check to the Community Connection Center for $1000. The donation was to address the concern about food insecurity in the area by helping the Vermillion Food Pantry that is available through the Connection Center. Dr. Krell, pediatrician at Vermillion Medical Clinic, has a special interest in addressing the food insecurity that many families in Vermillion face.
Free Legal Workshop Showcases Experts on the Indian Child Welfare Act
Law students, legal professionals, and others interested in better understanding child welfare related law will have the opportunity to learn from local and national experts on April 3.
Veronica Schmidt of Vermillion Recognized as Top Critical Access Hospital CEO to Know 2024
Becker’s Hospital Review has named Sanford Vermillion’s Veronica Schmidt to the 2024 edition of its “90 critical access hospital CEOs to know.”
Training Series To Inform Medical Providers In Providing Quality Care To Sexual Assault Victims
Medical care providers and other professionals who provide care and support to sexual assault victims will have access to a free training series in 2024 through a partnership between the Center for the Prevention of Child Maltreatment and Avera Health’s eSANE Project.
Physician Assistant Faculty Member Acquires Grant To Deliver Opioid Use Disorder Training
Through a federal grant, a University of South Dakota professor is seeking to help end the devastating impacts that opioid misuse has on individuals, families and communities.
University Of South Dakota (USD) Interprofessional Health Education Center To Host Third Annual Regional Summit
The University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences is one of six locations nationwide that will host a summit with the Association of Schools Advancing Health Professions (ASAHP) to bring together health industry and academic partners to identify emerging interprofessional trends and create alliances.
USD School of Health Sciences Success Spotlight
Like many students who earn their undergraduate degrees at USD, Alec Baker chose to stay for his graduate studies.
Termansen Appointed To State Addiction And Prevention Board
Kari Termansen, an instructor in the University of South Dakota Department of Addiction Counseling & Prevention, has been appointed by Gov. Kristi Noem to the South Dakota Board of Addiction and Prevention Professionals (BAPP).
University of South Dakota (USD) Nursing To Host Rural Career Fair March 4
The University of South Dakota Department of Nursing is hosting a Rural Career Fair event for pre-nursing and nursing students on March 4 from noon - 2 p.m. in the Lee Medical Building atrium.
Physical Therapy Faculty Member Matt Dewald Recognized With Prestigious Award
Matt Dewald, PT, DPT, assistant professor in the Department of Physical Therapy at the University of South Dakota, was recently honored with a prestigious award for his teaching and service to the physical therapy profession.
Free Legal Workshop To Focus On Tech-Facilitated Child Abuse
Law students, legal professionals and others interested in better understanding trauma-informed approaches in legal proceedings will have the opportunity to learn from local and national experts on April 4, 2024.
USD, South Dakota Department Of Health Collaborate On Childhood Lead Poisoning Prevention
A partnership between the University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences and the South Dakota Department of Health has resulted in a five-year, cooperative agreement from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).
University Of South Dakota Nursing, Grant Dollars Prepare South Dakota Nurses
South Dakota’s nursing workforce is seeing results from federal dollars allotted to the state and administered through the University of South Dakota Department of Nursing, fulfilling its purpose in the implementation of the federal grants.
Social Work Funded Over $1 Million To Address Mental Health Professional Shortage
The University of South Dakota Department of Social Work’s Kelly Bass has been funded $1.06 million to address the need for more mental health professionals in high-need and underserved areas of South Dakota.
School Of Health Sciences Faculty Receive Women’s Health Grant
Three University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences faculty members have garnered a grant in the amount of $299,000 from the Office of Research on Women’s Health (ORWH) and the National Institute of General Medical Sciences (NIGMS) to expand research and address some significant issues in women’s health.
Two Health Sciences Alumnae Recognized By South Dakota Association Of Healthcare Organizations
Two University of South Dakota School of Health Sciences alumnae, Kristi Livermont and Kassandra Frey, were honored with Distinguished Service Awards from the South Dakota Association of Healthcare Organizations (SDAHO) at its 97th annual convention last month.
President Sheila K. Gestring To Deliver State Of The University Address Sept. 21
University of South Dakota President Sheila K. Gestring will deliver her 2023 State of the University Address on Thursday, Sept. 21 at 4 p.m. in Aalfs Auditorium of Slagle Hall.
USD University Art Galleries To Celebrate Oscar Howe With Legacy Exhibition
The University of South Dakota University Art Galleries will celebrate the legacy of Oscar Howe and his artwork with “The Howe Legacy Across Four Generations Exhibition,” which will be on display in the John A. Day Gallery now through Oct. 13.
Sanford Health And Dakota Hospital Foundation Bring 3D Mammography Technology To Vermillion
Sanford Vermillion has added new 3D mammogram capabilities, leading to earlier detection of breast cancer.