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Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

Student-run media of Black Hills State University.  The Jacket Journal / Ponder Magazine / The Buzz FM

BHSU Media

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Laci Peskey, a sophomore starting pitcher on the BHSU softball team, steps into the circle during the UCCS game April 11.

Sports: BHSU Softball Program Makes History

Nathan Feller, Editor in Chief May 2, 2025

The Black Hills State University women’s softball team made history during their 2025 campaign, becoming the first squad in the history of the program to clinch a postseason berth in the Rocky Mountain...

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Athletic director Scott Larson resigns

Nathan Feller, Editor-in-Chief February 9, 2024

Black Hills State University (BHSU) is once again on the hunt for a new athletic director (AD) following Scott Larson’s unexpected resignation after the conclusion of the Fall 2023 semester. It was...

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BHSU men’s basketball struggles early

Nathan Feller, Editor-in-Chief December 7, 2023

Over four weeks into the BHSU men’s basketball season, head coach Ryan Thompson and his squad struggles to find traction on the court. Following the Jacket’s most recent competitions, a loss in...

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Search continues for new BHSU president

Kendra Mitchell, Staff Writer September 26, 2023

Black Hills State University searches for a new president as the current President Dr. Laurie Nichols plans to retire following the 2023 fall semester. The search continues as the application deadline...

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Black Hills State University Athletics recognizes Title IX’s 50-year anniversary

Black Hills State University Athletics recognizes Title IX’s 50-year anniversary

Ryder Blair, Reporter May 3, 2022

 The Education Amendments in June of 1972 prohibited sexual discrimination of any federal financially assisted educational program or activity. Title IX is applied to around 17,600 school districts and...

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Lizzy Johnson, Senior, #0, on second base after hitting a single in away game against Colorado State Pueblo last Sunday. The girls won game one 11-2 and game two 7-6. Photos by Jeff Codevilla.

BHSU Softball experiences newfound success with upcoming spring season

Chance Eben, Reporter April 19, 2022

The Black Hills State University softball team has seen some lean seasons over the last couple of years. But the additions of new coaches Audrey Voboril and Kyle Honeycutt have really set the Lady Yellow...

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Yellow Jacket basketball finishes as Final Four contender in 2022 NCAA Tournament

Yellow Jacket basketball finishes as Final Four contender in 2022 NCAA Tournament

Claysen Davis and Ryder Blair April 19, 2022

Black Hills State University men’s basketball team has proudly distinguished themselves throughout all of Division II. Making history with the programs first attendance to the NCAA Tournament. Climbing...

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Joel Scott (left), Sava Dukic (left), and BHSU basketball celebrate conference championship. Photo by Jeff Codevilla

BHSU Basketball dominates RMAC for conference title

Ryder Blair, Reporter March 3, 2022

Black Hills State University Men’s basketball confirmed as 2022 Rocky Mountain Athletics Conference champions after triumphant win against Metro State University Denver placed at the Donald E. Young...

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Sydney Maher, Senior, Human Services Major

Women finish on top at Triton Stampede

Jaicee Williams October 19, 2021

Black Hills State rodeo traveled to the Iowa Central Community College to compete in the Triton Stampede on Sept. 24 and 25. The women’s team finished the weekend in first place, 360 points ahead...

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Robinson Makes History for BHSU

Robinson Makes History for BHSU

Tyley Louder November 16, 2020

Black Hills State University joined the Rocky Mountain Conference back in 2013. Competing across the country in the new conference can provide a difficult task as the new team to fight at the top. Over...

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