The Yellow & Blue Podcast | Something Old, Something New: Building and Preserving History at SDSU | S1E4
In this episode of “The Yellow and Blue Podcast,” Dave Law, director of project management and engineering for Facilities and Services, takes us through campus operations and recent building projects. We also dive into some of the history of our favorite buildings at SDState.
Preparing for emerald ash borer
In early July, the emerald ash borer was confirmed in Brookings County. Officials at South Dakota State University, however, have been preparing for its arrival for around a decade.
Restoration work preserving the Coughlin Campanile
The Coughlin Campanile at South Dakota State University is undergoing masonry and stone restoration over the summer to preserve its structural integrity and aesthetics.
Hoffman named June’s Civil Service Employee of the Month
Ryan Hoffman, supervisor of Grounds Services for South Dakota State University Facilities and Services, has been named SDSU Civil Service Employee of the Month for June.
Rogers named May’s Civil Service Employee of the Month
Matthew Rogers, an equipment mechanic for South Dakota State University Facilities and Services, has been named SDSU Civil Service Employee of the Month for May.
Raven Precision Agriculture Center design claims award
The design of one of the newest buildings on the South Dakota State University campus — the Raven Precision Agriculture Center — has been recognized by the South Dakota chapter of the American Institute of Architects. A Merit Award in Architecture, acknowledging the innovative design by EAPC Architects Engineers, was announced in September at the American Institute of Architects South Dakota annual conference.
South Dakota State earns STARS Silver Rating for sustainability
South Dakota State University received a STARS Silver Rating in recognition of its sustainability achievements from the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education.