Learning

From higher education to lifelong learning, here’s how the Sioux Falls area is getting educated.

High school, college students learn skills, find jobs through public-private internship program

Thanks to state-backed programs and an employer partnership, students are getting a fantastic work experience and education at Malloy.

8 years ago

Sanford donates $100 million to expand education program

Denny Sanford is donating $100 million to bring a social emotional learning program to every child in the United States.

8 years ago

Former ‘Dirty Jobs’ star to promote tech ed in South Dakota

Mike Rowe, former star of TV’s “Dirty Jobs” and founder of the MikeRoweWorksFoundation, is coming to South Dakota to promote technical education and its role in addressing the state’s skilled labor shortage.

8 years ago

Evening welding class draws wide range of students

When a high school freshman wanted to weld, he became the youngest person to attend Southeast Technical Institute. His dad went with him, and they became part of a tight-knit nontraditional class.

8 years ago

Graduate student-run organization tackles biotech projects for businesses

A new nonprofit formed by graduate students is helping biotech companies afford needed services.

8 years ago

Kids: Redesign Sioux Steel with Minecraft, Legos

A camp this summer will allow kids to play developer with tools they love: Minecraft and Legos.

8 years ago

GreatLIFE-driven gym class leads to new after-school program

A physical education program piloted by GreatLIFE is expanding into after-school activities.

8 years ago

Professor: Augustana could be one of the nation’s best undergraduate research opportunities

Augusta University’s Mark Larson exemplifies the kind of biotech talent that is finding success in South Dakota. And he said students there have some of the best research opportunities anywhere.

8 years ago

USD announces new president

Sheila Gestring is the new president of USD.

8 years ago

Meeting needs: Augustana, Sanford program grows genetics workforce

As genetics and health care become more intertwined, there’s a growing need for genetics professionals. So Augustana University and Sanford Health have started working together to educate students for these in-demand jobs.

8 years ago

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