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Fri 9 October

SDSU Jackrabbit Preview

Date & Time October 9 @ 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

Join us for our most popular visit experience! Our Friday Jackrabbit Previews are group programs designed for high school students and their families to explore SDSU and to meet other students who are considering us, too. You’ll learn about academic programs, student activities, financial aid, housing and other aspects of college life at State. The program also includes a campus tour as well as academic appointments with department representatives from your chosen field(s) of study. Family members are also welcome! Our space is limited, so reserve your spot today.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer SDSU Admissions Office

Location 1421 Student Union Ln.
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Questions SDSU Admissions, 605-688-4121, sdsu.visit@sdstate.edu

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Fri 9 October

STC Visit Day

Date & Time October 9 @ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm

Intended Audience high school

Event Description

Campus Visit Days are your backstage pass to a first-hand campus experience! Spend a day with us and meet our students, faculty and staff as you explore campus, learn about our programs and find answers to your admissions, financial aid, academic, housing and student life questions. Families and friends are welcome to attend with you.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer STC

Location 2001 N career Ave
Sioux Falls South Dakota 57107

Questions admissions@southeasttech.edu 605-367-6040

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Sat 10 October

Starry Saturday

Date & Time October 10 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Intended Audience All ages

Event Description

INCLUDED WITH ADMISSION! Journey Beyond the Known of constellations, moons, deep space objects, or even aliens!

Cost Free

Host / Organizer South Dakota Discovery Center

Location 805 W Sioux Ave
Pierre South Dakota 57501

Questions Kristine Heinen (phone: (605) 224-8295)

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Wed 14 October

AGC of South Dakota Construction Camp

Date & Time October 14 @ 9:00 am - 2:00 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

High School students have the opportunity to participate in our hands on Construction Camp. They will rotate between 6-8 stations and be fed pizza for lunch. They will learn about construction fields from experts in the industry along with educators. Examples of stations could be Heavy Equipment Operation, Welding, Carpentry, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, Civil Engineering, Survey, Architectural, Job Site Visit, etc. Location: TF Riggs High School

Cost Free

Host / Organizer AGC of South Dakota

Location 1010 E Broadway Ave
Pierre South Dakota 57501

Questions Justin Rey, justin@sdagc.org

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Thu 15 October

Coyote Visit Day

Date & Time October 15 @ 8:15 am - 2:00 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

At Coyote Visit Day, you'll explore the numerous opportunities USD offers, including academic programs, clubs and organizations and our vibrant campus life. We believe you'll be impressed with what you find! The day is built with flexibility in mind, so you can choose the sessions that interest you most. Events run from 8:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with check-in starting at 8:15 a.m. on the second floor of the Muenster University Center (MUC). The first presentation kicks off at 9:00 a.m. in the MUC Ballroom. From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., you’ll have opportunities to attend additional sessions, take a guided campus tour and enjoy lunch and an information fair. A full event schedule will be provided when you check in.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer University of South Dakota

Location 414 E Clark Street
Vermillion South Dakota 57069

Questions Undergraduate Admissions, 605-658-6200, visits@usd.edu

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Fri 16 October

Coyote Visit Day

Date & Time October 16 @ 8:15 am - 2:00 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

At Coyote Visit Day, you'll explore the numerous opportunities USD offers, including academic programs, clubs and organizations and our vibrant campus life. We believe you'll be impressed with what you find! The day is built with flexibility in mind, so you can choose the sessions that interest you most. Events run from 8:15 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., with check-in starting at 8:15 a.m. on the second floor of the Muenster University Center (MUC). The first presentation kicks off at 9:00 a.m. in the MUC Ballroom. From 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., you’ll have opportunities to attend additional sessions, take a guided campus tour and enjoy lunch and an information fair. A full event schedule will be provided when you check in.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer University of South Dakota

Location 414 E Clark Street
Vermillion South Dakota 57069

Questions Undergraduate Admissions, 605-658-6200, visits@usd.edu

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Fri 16 October

DSU Cyber Expo – Program Preview Day

Date & Time October 16 @ 9:30 am - 2:30 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

Ready to explore the world of tech and cybersecurity? DSU’s Cyber Expo gives you a hands-on look at some of today’s most in-demand technology fields. Take part in interactive workshops and experience DSU programs like Cyber Operations, Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Cyber & Network Security while discovering where a future in technology could take you.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer Dakota State University

Location 820 N Washington Ave
Madison South Dakota 57042

Questions DSU Admissions, 605-256-5139, admissions@dsu.edu

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Fri 16 October

Lunar Life: Guided Play

Date & Time October 16 @ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Intended Audience All ages

Event Description

Included with admission; Don a spacesuit and take a moon walk through our newest exhibition, Lunar Life: Destination Mars! Super Star volunteers are waiting on standby, ready for launch. Join them to discover all that Lunar Life has to offer, ranging from activities you may have missed on the first visit to deeper explanations of the science behind them! We cannot always guarantee a volunteer can be there. Call in advance to double-check or learn more about donating your time and becoming a guide!

Cost Free

Host / Organizer South Dakota Discovery Center

Location 805 W Sioux Ave
Pierre South Dakota 57501

Questions Allison Graviett-Pfaff (phone: (605) 224-8295)

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Sat 17 October

SDSU Yellow & Blue Discovery Day

Date & Time October 17 @ 8:45 am - 2:00 pm

Intended Audience High School Students

Event Description

Saturday, Oct. 17, 2026, and Saturday, Nov. 7, 2026 Yellow and Blue Discovery Day is a free Saturday event designed to give students a closer look at an academic program they're interested in while learning more about South Dakota State. This program is ideal for high school juniors exploring their academic options and seniors finalizing their college plans. The Oct. 17 event will focus on the following academic colleges at SDSU: College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences Jerome J. Lohr College of Engineering College of Nursing

Cost Free

Host / Organizer SDSU Admissions Office

Location 1421 Student Union Ln.
Brookings South Dakota 57007

Questions SDSU Admissions, 605-688-4121, sdsu.visit@sdstate.edu

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Sat 17 October

Star Parties

Date & Time October 17 @ 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm

Intended Audience All ages

Event Description

Star Parties Join the Discovery Center at Farm Island Recreation area for a star party. Sky watchers of all levels are welcome. Bring your own telescope or use one brought by the Discovery Center. Explore different ways to enjoy the night sky, from how to find a viewing target, to astrophotography with your phone. Meet with other local sky watchers and explore the sky. Astronomy is for everyone. Let's go explore the sky! 19 September, 8:30pm-9:30pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail) 17 October, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail) 21 November, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail) 19 December, 6:00pm-7:00pm, Farm Island (just west of entry parking lot on the trail) All vehicles must have a valid park entrance license All events are weather depending. Check SD-Discovery.org for latest updates.

Cost Free

Host / Organizer South Dakota Discovery Center

Location 1301 Farm Island Rd
Pierre South Dakota 57501

Questions Kristine Heinen (phone: 605-224-8295)

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