University of Sioux Falls Alumni

10/23/2026

Don't miss the next USF AI Symposium!

Join us October 27 for a conversation exploring the connection between faith, human dignity and artificial intelligence.

💡 Being the Image of God: Human Dignity and Divine Creation
🎤 Dr. James Foster
📅 Monday, October 27 | 7 p.m.
📍 Salsbury Science Center – Zbornik Hall
🎟️ Free and open to the public!

Come explore how our understanding of human dignity and divine creation shapes the way we think about AI. We hope to see you there! 💜

10/06/2026

10/02/2026

👏 Celebrating USF women making an impact in our community!

Last night, the EMBEs: A Tribute to Women celebrated women across the Sioux Falls community for their leadership, accomplishments and contributions—and we’re proud to see so many USF connections represented!

🏆 Congratulations to our USF alumni winners:

💜 Emmersen “Emmie” Uitts ’21, The Playground — Business Achievement Award

💜 Steffanie Holtrop ’06, ’hood Magazine, MED Magazine & Familyfest Fun Cruise — EmBeliever Award

We’re also proud to recognize USF alumni who were nominated and honored throughout the evening:

💜 Kristi Metzger ’00 | First Interstate Bank
💜 Carrie Thompson ’16 | AMC Collective
💜 Katrina Yde ’12 | Forward Counseling & Jorgen Yde Foundation
💜 LeeAnna Rabine ’10 | Hawthorne Elementary
💜 Stacy Nelson ’04 | Sanford Health
💜 Valerie Peters ’98 | Emily’s Hope
💜 Lynn Gillette ’05 | Lynn Gillette Empowered Living
💜 Ashley Sorenson ’09 | Ashley Lane LLC & FarmSTEAM LLC
💜 Ceca Cooper | Faculty Emeritus | University of Sioux Falls

We’re grateful for the many USF women who continue to lead, serve and make a difference throughout our community. Congratulations to all of the nominees and honorees! 🐾

09/29/2026

🐾 Explore the questions shaping our future at the USF AI Symposium!

The University of Sioux Falls is hosting a series of conversations exploring the impact of artificial intelligence through scientific, ethical, economic, theological and practical perspectives.

📅 Tonight, September 29 | 7 p.m.
📍 Salsbury Science Center – Zbornik Hall
💡 What Comes After “?” A Brief Look at Large Language Models
with Dr. Shawn Chiappetta

Additional symposium topics will be held throughout the academic year, including AI and human dignity, environmental ethics, economics, mental health, and the role of faith in an age of AI.

All are welcome to attend! Learn more about the full AI Symposium schedule at USF. 💜

09/26/2026

A special night celebrating some incredible USF alumni. 💜

We’re proud to celebrate the 2026 USF Alumni Achievement Award honorees—an incredible group of alumni whose leadership, service and impact continue to make a difference in their communities and beyond.

Congratulations to all of our honorees! 👏

Meet this year’s honorees: https://www.usiouxfalls.edu/news/usf-to-honor-distinguished-alumni-during-2026-cougar-days

📸 Dustin VanHunnik

09/25/2026

What a perfect way to kick off Cougar Days 💜

Thanks to all who attended today's Cougar Connections event! It was great to see everyone connecting with fellow alumni and both current and former USF faculty.

09/23/2026

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09/20/2026

🙏 Join us for Homecoming Chapel as we gather together to worship, reflect and celebrate the faith that continues to connect the USF community.

We’re excited to welcome Jerry Bertelson ’06 as our guest speaker! Jerry currently serves as Senior Spiritual Care Consultant at Good Samaritan and Pastor at United Church of Canistota.

💜 If you're available on Tuesday, Sept. 22 at 10:00 a.m., we invite you to join us.

📍 Meredith Auditorium | Jeschke Fine Arts Center
📅 Tuesday, Sept. 22 @ 10:00 a.m.

We look forward to worshiping together and welcoming Jerry back to campus! 🐾