August 14, 2006      

 

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08-11-06

Building Plans Advance in Sioux Falls
The South Dakota Board of Regents approved plans for two building projects that will become a permanent home for public university courses and programs in Sioux Falls. Both projects earlier received approval from the state Legislature.

Regents Rename Public University Center in Sioux Falls

USDSU, the public higher education center in Sioux Falls, is becoming the South Dakota Public Universities & Research Center. Th South Dakota Board of Regents agreed to the new name as plans move forward to permanently locate and expand public university courses and services in the state’s largest city.

Regents Agree on Budget Priorities for FY08

New investments in research and meeting critical deferred maintenance are major pieces of the FY08 budget request the South Dakota Board of Regents will deliver to Gov. Mike Rounds this fall. The regents will request nearly $177 million in state general funds next year, about $14 million more than the current year’s budget.

 

Other News

08-01-06

Health Care Fields Popular Majors at State Universities

Nearly 4,400 students were enrolled last spring in health-related academic programs at South Dakota’s public universities. Studies leading to health care careers are a popular option for students in the public higher education system, according to data compiled by the South Dakota Board of Regents.

07-14-06

University Faculty Awarded for Distance Instruction

Four faculty members from South Dakota’s public university system are among the state’s best in delivering quality instruction by distance, and their efforts have been recognized with a South Dakota Board of Regents’ e-learning award.