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The Collegian: October 11, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

Volume 133

Issue 6

Enemies Of The State: The Symbolic Annihilation Of White-Zimbabwean Identity In The Twenty-First Century, Rick Malleus

Discourse: The Journal of the SCASD

This article explores the Zimbabwean government-controlled newspapers’ symbolic annihilation of white-Zimbabwean identity in the twenty-first century. Zimbabwe has been through political, social, and economic upheaval in the last 15 years, and it is in this context that the media’s construction of white identity is examined. Using a content analysis of online articles from The Herald and The Chronicle, six themes of constructed white identity were identified. The government media’s motivation for this symbolic annihilation of white-Zimbabwean identity is discussed, and the article concludes with a consideration about why this construction of white-Zimbabwean identity matters.

“Symbols Are Important”: Nation-States And The Images On Our Money, John R. Katsion

Discourse: The Journal of the SCASD

Visual rhetoric has been an area of growing interest for those within the communication field, and this study aims to add to that body of work. One area within the study of visual rhetoric is the everyday, mundane images produced by nation-states, and more narrowly, the images on a nation’s currency. Traditionally, scholars who study images on currency have seen them through the lens of state-as-pedagogue—in other words, that the state is using that “sacred space” to teach their citizenry. Political theorist and scholar Jacques E.C. Hymans (2204, 2010) challenges this notion, and instead posits that nation-states try to connect …

Interpersonal Rhetoric: An Approach To Bettering Oneself And Others, Anthony M. Wachs

Discourse: The Journal of the SCASD

Although interpersonal interaction is predominantly studied through the lens of communication studies, the field was originally studied primarily by scholars of rhetoric. Though this paradigm was instrumental in the founding of interpersonal communication, interpersonal rhetoric has largely been ignored by the discipline. However, throughout the last few decades, a few scholars have attempted to reinvigorate the study of interpersonal communication through the lens of rhetoric. This paper explores the several key concepts and perspectives within the history of the rhetorical approach to interpersonal communication, i.e., interpersonal rhetoric.

Fall 2017 Water News, Department Of Agricultural & Biosystems Engineering

SDWRI Water News

Page 2-3: Understanding E. coli behavior may improve water quality
Page: 4 Winter manure application can improve soil health
Page 5: Capping material helps alum inactivate phosphorus in lakes
Page 6-7: Duckweed absorbs nutrients, provides protein for animal feed
Page 8: Did you know?

News Of The Department Of Animal Science, Department Of Animal Science

Animal Science Newsletters

No abstract provided.

The Collegian: September 27, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

Volume 133

Issue 5

The Collegian: September 20, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

The Collegian Editorial Issue: There is a lack of education surrounding sexual violence and consent

The Collegian: September 13, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

Volume 133

Issue 3

Land Surface Phenology And Seasonality Using Cool Earthlight In Croplands Of Eastern Africa And The Linkages To Crop Production, Woubet G. Alemu, Geoffrey M. Henebry

GSCE Faculty Publications

Across Eastern Africa, croplands cover 45 million ha. The regional economy is heavily dependent on small holder traditional rain-fed peasant agriculture (up to 90%), which is vulnerable to extreme weather events such as drought and floods that leads to food insecurity. Agricultural production in the region is moisture limited. Weather station data are scarce and access is limited, while optical satellite data are obscured by heavy clouds limiting their value to study cropland dynamics. Here, we characterized cropland dynamics in Eastern Africa for 2003–2015 using precipitation data from Tropical Rainfall Measuring Mission (TRMM) and a passive microwave dataset of land …

The Collegian: August 30, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

Volume 133

Issue 2

Sdstate Sustainability Newsletter: Vol. 2 Issue 1, Jennifer Mclaughlin

SD State Sustainability Newsletter

Contents:
Calling All Jackrabbits
Bike for a Better Future
Faculty Workshops
Sustainability Tidbits

The Collegian: August 23, 2017, The Collegian Staff, South Dakota State University

The Collegian, 2017-2018

Volume 133

Issue 1

News Of The Department Of Animal Science, Department Of Animal Science

Animal Science Newsletters

No abstract provided.

A Rapid Method For Measuring Feces Ammonia-Nitrogen And Carbon Dioxide-Carbon Emissions And Decomposition Rate Constants, Jiyul Chang, David E. Clay, Sharon A. Clay, Michelle K. Ohrtman

Agronomy, Horticulture and Plant Science Faculty Publications

A rapid approach is needed for determining the eff ectiveness of precision conservation on soil health as evaluated using CO₂ and NH₃ emissions. Th is study demonstrated an approach for calculating CO₂–C and NH₃–N emissions and associated rate constants when feces were applied to bare soil or soil + vegetation. In addition, point CO₂–C emission measurements were compared with near continuous measurements. The CO₂–C emissions were measured at 2 h intervals over 20 d, whereas ammonia volatilization was measured three times daily for 7 d. Total CO₂–C emissions …

Growing South Dakota (Summer 2017), College Of Agriculture &. Biological Sciences

Growing South Dakota (Publication of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences)

This issue contains the 2016 SDSU Extension Annual Report.

Page] 2 From the Director
[Page] 3 WaterTouches Everything, Multi-State Network Strives to Enhance Water Stewardship
[Page] 6 From RubbleTo Renewal, Unique Art Project Helps Delmont Community Heal
[Page] 7 Future Focused, Community Development Program Helps Harness Ideas Into Action
[Page] 8 Health Help, Statewide Program Strives To Help Individuals Better Manage Chronic Health Condition
[Page] 10 Making An Impact, Master Gardener Program Helps Individuals & Communities Flourish
[Page] 12 Statewide Highlights & Happenings
[Page] 14 Outreach to Youth, Programs Foster Engagement With Diverse Youth Audiences
[Page] 17 A Look At …

Examination Of The Potential Of Terrestrial Laser Scanning And Structure-From-Motion Photogrammetry For Rapid Nondestructive Field Measurement Of Grass Biomass, Sam D. Cooper, David P. Roy, Crystal B. Schaaf, Ian Paynter

Oak Lake Field Station Research Publications

Above ground biomass (AGB) is a parameter commonly used for assessment of grassland systems. Destructive AGB measurements, although accurate, are time consuming and are not easily undertaken on a repeat basis or over large areas. Structure-from-Motion (SfM) photogrammetry and Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) are two technologies that have the potential to yield precise 3D structural measurements of vegetation quite rapidly. Recent advances have led to the successful application of TLS and SfM in woody biomass estimation, but application in natural grassland systems remains largely untested. The potential of these techniques for AGB estimation is examined considering 11 grass plots with …

South Dakota State University Graduate Commencement, May 6, 2017, South Dakota State University

Commencement Programs

Please be advised that the names listed in the program do not serve as official confirmation of meeting the graduation requirements. The 2017 Graduate Commencement ceremony will begin with welcoming remarks by University President Barry H. Dunn. Honorary marshals are Patricia Hacker, Professor of Health and Nutritional Sciences, and W. Carter Johnson, Distinguished Professor of Natural Resource Management. Suzanne T. Ortega, President of the Council of Graduate Schools, will deliver the commencement address under the theme "Going Forth, Giving Back." Provost Dennis D. Hedge, Vice President for Academic Affairs, will extend acknowledgment to student honors. Olivia Durowah, a candidate for …

South Dakota State University One Hundred-Thrity-First Undergraduate Commencement, May 6, 2017, South Dakota State University

Commencement Programs

Please be advised that the names listed in the program do not constitute official confirmation of meeting the graduation requirements. The 131st Undergraduate Commencement ceremonies at South Dakota State University, scheduled for May 6, 2017, will comprise morning and afternoon sessions. Each ceremony will begin with introductory remarks by University President Barry H. Dunn. Provost Dennis D. Hedge, Vice President for Academic Affairs, will recognize student honors. Lt. Col. Craig McGuin and Lt. Col. Corey Norris will acknowledge Army and Air Force commissions. The MORNING ceremony will confer degrees from the College of Agriculture and Biological Sciences, Jerome J. Lohr …

Examination Of The Potential Of Terrestrial Laser Scanning And Structure-From-Motion Photogrammetry For Rapid Nondestructive Field Measurement Of Grass Biomass, Sam D. Cooper, David P. Roy, Crystal B. Schaaf, Ian Paynter

GSCE Faculty Publications

Above ground biomass (AGB) is a parameter commonly used for assessment of grassland systems. Destructive AGB measurements, although accurate, are time consuming and are not easily undertaken on a repeat basis or over large areas. Structure-from-Motion (SfM) photogrammetry and Terrestrial Laser Scanning (TLS) are two technologies that have the potential to yield precise 3D structural measurements of vegetation quite rapidly. Recent advances have led to the successful application of TLS and SfM in woody biomass estimation, but application in natural grassland systems remains largely untested. The potential of these techniques for AGB estimation is examined considering 11 grass plots with …

Sdstate Sustainability Newsletter: Vol. 1 Issue 2, Jennifer Mclaughlin

SD State Sustainability Newsletter

Contents:
Earth Day is Every Day at SDSU
Dumpster Diving
Help SDSU Reduce Waste by Picking up Trash
Sustainability Tidbits

The Collegian: April 12, 2017, The Collegian Staff

The Collegian, 2016-2017

Volume 132
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The Collegian: April 05, 2017, The Collegian Staff

The Collegian, 2016-2017

Volume 132
Issue 21

Dairy Digest 2017, South Dakota State University Dairy Club

Dairy Digest

No abstract provided.

Grand Challenges In Understanding The Interplay Of Climate And Land Changes, Shuguang Liu, Ben Bond-Lamberty, Lena R. Boysen, James D. Ford, Andrew Fox, Kevin Gallo, Jerry Hatfield, Geoffrey M. Henebry, Thomas G. Huntington, Zhihua Liu, Thomas R. Loveland, Richard J. Norby, Terry Sohl, Allison L. Steiner, Wenping Yuan, Zhao Zhang, Shuqing Zhao

GSCE Faculty Publications

Half of Earth’s land surface has been altered by human activities, creating various consequences on the climate and weather systems at local to global scales, which in turn affect a myriad of land surface processes and the adaptation behaviors. This study reviews the status and major knowledge gaps in the interactions of land and atmospheric changes and present 11 grand challenge areas for the scientific research and adaptation community in the coming decade. These land-cover and land-use change (LCLUC)-related areas include 1) impacts on weather and climate, 2) carbon and other biogeochemical cycles, 3) biospheric emissions, 4) the water cycle, …

Research: South Dakota State University, Spring 2017, Christie Delfanian, Emily Weber

State of Discovery South Dakota State University's Research Magazine

Pharmacy researcher investigates how aspirin kills cancer cells [page] 1
Problem-solving, cornerstone of SDSU research [page] 2
Fluid flow model evaluates clotting risk in new stent graft design [page] 2
Sanford research project inspires graduate student [page] 3
Experience key to nurses' comfort in communicating with terminally ill patients [page] 4
Nondigestible starch feeds gut microbes, reduces inflammation [page] 5
Researchers investigate workings if antibody therapeutics [page] 6
DNA, RNA sequencing available in campus to researchers statewide [page] 7
QUBIC-R software helps researchers model, visualize gene expression networks [page] 8
Scientists assess survival of swine viruses in imported feed ingredients …

Growing South Dakota (Spring 2017), College Of Agriculture &. Biological Sciences

Growing South Dakota (Publication of the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences)

This issue contains the 2016 South Dakota Agricultural Experiment Station Annual Report.

[Page] 3 Opportunities With Oats SDSU Researchers Strive to Improve Varieties [Page] 6 Stopping Stem Canker Plant Pathologists Making Progress To Keep This Disease At Bay
[Page] 7 Disease Detectives Vet Scientists Researching Another Emerging Virus [Page] 8 Community Support Devastating West River Fire Brings Ag Industry Together
[Page] 10 Research In Progress Dakota Lakes Research Farm Investigates Three Big Ideas
[Page] 14 Water Quality Quest Understanding E. Coli Behavior Aims To Aid Water Quality In Rivers & Streams
[Page] 15 Verifying Ag Land Valuation Researchers Assist In …

2017 Little International Agricultural Exposition Catalog, Little International Agricultural Exposition South Dakota State University

Little International "Little I" Agricultural Exposition Catalogs

No abstract provided.

The Collegian: March 29, 2017, The Collegian Staff

The Collegian, 2016-2017

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The Collegian: March 15, 2017, The Collegian Staff

The Collegian, 2016-2017

Volume 132
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