September 3 Campus e‐Update
Jungwirth, JenniferJ <Jennifer.Jungwirth@bhsu.edu>
Thu 9/3/2015 3:20 PM
September 3, 2015
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Join us for coffee with Gov. Dennis Daugaard
All faculty, staff, and students are welcome to attend the community coffee with Gov. Dennis Daugaard and other state officials Wednesday, Sept. 9 from 2 to 2:45 p.m. at the Spearfish Rec Center during the Sp
faculty, and staff will give them a brief campus tour, highlighting recent accomplishments, additions to campus and the upgrades at the Sanford Science Education Center. The Governor hosts Capital for a Day fo
Fun Run in Honor of BHSU Student Gage McSpadden
Saturday, Sept. 12 | 8a.m. | Spearfish City Park
Join the BHSU campus community as we remember BHSU student Gage McSpadden, psychology major and distance runner on the BHSU cross country and track & field teams, who passed away earlier this summe
benefiting Gage's Memorial Scholarship Fund. Register here.
‐‐Submitted by Corinne Hansen
Join the Yellow Jackets at DTFN
The Yellow Jacket men's and women's basketball teams will be representing BHSU at the final Downtown Friday Nights event in Spearfish. Stop by the BHSU tent in front of the Jacket Zone, 617 Main St., meet so
We extend a huge thank you to everyone who participated in this year's Downtown Friday Nights series; we had an excellent BHSU presence.
‐‐Submitted by Corinne Hansen
The Writing Center is open for YOU!
The Writing Assistance Center is officially open for fall services! We are conveniently located on the first floor of the library and are open Sunday‐Friday. We work with writers at all levels, in all disciplines, at a
by‐email and quick question services. Please go to www.bhsu.edu/WritingCenter or email WritingCenter@bhsu.edu for more information. Contact us today to learn how we can help you! Also, please join us on
facebook.com/WritingAssistanceCenterBHSU, twitter.com/BHSU_WAC, instagram.com/bhsu_wac/, and bhsuwritingcenter.wordpress.com.
‐‐Submitted by Rickie‐Ann Legleitner
One Book South Dakota Book Discussion
Oct. 8 | 6 p.m. | Library
The library will be hosting a One Book South Dakota discussion on Thursday, Oct. 8 at 6 p.m. in the lounge area of the library. This year’s book is “Ordinary Grace” by William Kent Krueger. If you would like to jo
the One Book South Dakota program has encouraged everyone across South Dakota to read and discuss the same novel or memoir throughout the course of a year. Community and book groups receive books on lo
Joanna Jones.
‐‐Submitted by Scott Ahola
REC SPORTS
Sept. 4
Sign‐up for flag football and softball by Friday, Sept. 4 on www.imleagues.com/BHSU. For the most up to date information follow us on Twitter and Instagram @BHSUrecsports.
‐‐Submitted by Tina Andreana
Leadership Retreat‐ Free for students
Sept. 18 and 19 | Storm Mountain retreat site
Sign up now for the annual Leading Edge: Leadership Retreat taking place Sept. 18 and 19 at the Storm Mountain retreat site. The leadership retreat is 100 percent free; transportation, meals, lodging and mater
email Erica.Whitiker@bshu.edu or stop by the Student Engagement and Leadership Center, SU210. It's a great time you won't want to miss it!
‐‐Submitted by Erica Whitiker
KUDOS/ACCOMPLISHMENTS
The Kudos/Accomplishments section, is a once‐per‐month feature highlighting successes of our faculty and staff. The next Kudos/Accomplishments will run on Oct. 6.
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BHSU NEWS RELEASES [When%20Jeff%20and%20Helen%20Torrence%20moved%20their%20daughter%20across%20the%20state%20to%20start%20classes%20at%20Black%20Hills%20State%20University%20t
and Spearfish welcome students back for fall semester
When Jeff and Helen Torrence moved their daughter across the state to start classes at Black Hills State University this fall, the family found a warm welcome awaiting them.
BHSU increases study abroad opportunities
New international relationships and collaborations over the past year are providing increased study abroad options for Black Hills State University students.
BHSU Geek Speak to analyze the Confederate Flag and its symbolism over the years
Dr. Adam Gaffey, assistant professor of rhetoric and philosophy at Black Hills State University, will take a look at the Confederate flag and explain its broad symbolism in the next Geek Speak lecture.
BHSU to host Canon Explorer of Light lecture
Black Hills State University will host internationally known photographer and Canon Explorer of Light Jennifer Wu for a special lecture Wednesday, Sept. 24 at 7 p.m., Clare and Josef Meier Recital Hall on the BH
Student veteran donates American flag flown over U.S. Capitol to BHSU‐RC
An American flag flown over the U.S. Capitol honoring veterans in the state of South Dakota will find a new home at Black Hills State University‐Rapid City, thanks to the Student Veteran’s Club at BHSU‐RC.
Physical education program at BHSU receives national recognition
The Black Hills State University physical education program was recently awarded continuing national recognition by the National Association of Sport and Physical Education by the Council for Accreditation of E
cutting edge education.
SD CEO, SCORE, and Constant Contact to Partner for Social Media Trainings
Three Social Media Marketing Workshops will be held in the Northern Black Hills and Rapid City area. See all news releases at www.BHSU.edu/news
Submit your story ideas for future news releases
Video of the Week BHSU IN THE NEWS
New BHSU student uses faith, love of music to prepare for college
Read the Black Hills Pioneer article
BHSU receives $1.5M grant to boost grad rates
Read the KELO article
Two universities, one store
Watch the KOTA news story
New technology helping seniors stay in their homes: BHSU alum part of new development
Read the Rapid City Journal article
Northern Hills Chamber Chorale welcomes area singers
Read the Black Hills Pioneer article
Third annual Spearfish Bike Week kicks off Monday: BHSU hosts event on campus green
Read the Black Hills Pioneer article
BHSU featured in Sanford Lab’s Deep Thought’s newsletter
Read Deep Thoughts
F.C. resident receives Distinguished Alumni Award
Read the Falls Church News Press article
Students gain a Jump Start on college success
Read the Vermillion Plain Talk article
Sully County Friend of Rodeo cheers on the athletes … and keeps his son’s vision alive
Read the Capital Journal article
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