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SDSU tells appropriations committee its enrollment, retention and research figures; flags workforce and facility needs
Summary
South Dakota State University reported record first-year enrollment, strong retention and graduation outcomes, a $1.2 billion estimated economic impact, and ongoing workforce challenges in facilities and maintenance.
Barry Dunn, president of South Dakota State University, told the Joint Committee on Appropriations that SDSU posted record undergraduate and first-year class numbers, high retention and strong licensure pass rates, while emphasizing facility, workforce and research priorities.
Why it matters: SDSU is the state's land-grant research university; its staffing, capital and program priorities affect statewide agricultural extension, research commercialization and regional workforce pipelines.
Key points - Economic and budget figures: Dunn said SDSU's…
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