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Garden Glow

Stroll through an outdoor wonderland of lightsimages and scenes of the holidays at the annual McCrory Gardens Garden Glow.

Dec. 62025–Jan. 62026
Closed Dec. 24 and 25 and Jan. 1

Open nightly from 5–9 p.m.
Last admission nightly at 8:30 p.m.
Student Life
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Expand your views on the world by meeting fellow students from all walks of life

Find your niche and get involved with student activities and programs that fulfill your personal interests.
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Get your fitness fix through walkingindividual workouts or intramural sports in the Miller Wellness Center.
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Let your creative juices flow. Opportunities in the arts are open to all students.
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Stay informed with a list of important academic fallspring and summer dates.
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Meet the people who will help shape your future and define your college experience! Learn more about your academic interests with some of our world-class faculty.
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This is SDState

South Dakota State University is a premier land-grant university that stays true to its mission — serving our state with heartpurpose and lasting impact — providing the benefits of higher education to those who seek it.

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Campus and Community
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SDSU’s premier academic programs and campusalongside the vibrant Brookings communityrank among the nation’s best.
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Read the latest university news and headlines from across campus.
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There is always something going on at SDState. Check out the many events happening on campus.
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The Wokini Initiative
Supporting American Indian student success

The Wokini Initiative is SDSU’s collaborative and holistic framework to support American Indian student success and Indigenous nation-building.

Wokini Initiative
American Indian Student Center
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Student Success
Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center

The Wintrode Student Success and Opportunity Center embraces SDSU’s land-grant mission by supporting educational access for all students.

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Enrollment Services Center

Visit AdmissionsFinancial Aid and the Registrar's offices.

University Student Union

Visit multiple dining locations and the campus bookstore.

Parking Locations

Visit the interactive map to filter through specific parking locations.

Miller Wellness Center

Fitness and Recreation facilitiesStudent Health ClinicStudent Counseling ServicesJackrabbit Pharmacy.

Dairy Bar

Purchase and enjoy SDSU dairy products. Visit the map for more attractions across campus.

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Miller Wellness Center

Fitness and Recreation facilitiesStudent Health ClinicStudent Counseling ServicesJackrabbit Pharmacy.

Dairy Bar

Purchase and enjoy SDSU dairy products. Visit the map for more attractions across campus.