Broadcaster Press 7 December 12, 2017 www.broadcasteronline.com Academic Offerings Approved At USD And SDSU SIOUX FALLS, S.D. – The South Dakota Board of Regents has approved new academic program requests to meet emerging employment trends across the state. Regents this week authorized new delivery options for a University of South Dakota degree, a new certificate program at USD, and a new specialization at South Dakota State University. At USD, the bachelor’s degree in criminal justice will be available for online delivery starting next spring. USD is the only public university in South Dakota authorized to deliver a bachelor’s degree in criminal justice. It currently offers it in a face-to-face instructional format at the Vermillion campus and at University Center in Sioux Falls. USD officials point to 281 online-only students taking criminal justice courses last year as evidence of demand for the fully online degree program. USD also received approval to offer a new undergraduate certificate in healthcare analytics, focused on the systematic use of data to improve quality of healthcare delivery and to reduce costs. The 12 credithour certificate is aimed at health sciences majors who want to enhance their credentials with specialized knowledge in analytical methods. Certificate programs usually require fewer credit hours to complete than a minor. They are developed by packaging a small set of courses that allows students to develop expertise within a focused area of study, addressing identified market and workforce development needs. At SDSU, a specialization in data science will be available within the university’s bachelor of science degree in mathematics. This draws upon a wide range of datacentered courses in mathematics, statistics, and statistical computation. In a variety of industries, graduates with data science training are in high demand. The new specialization will also prepare students for graduate studies in the field, according to SDSU officials. Registration For 21st Annual Mickelson Trail Trek Is Opening Soon PIERRE, S.D. – Registration is opening at 8 a.m. MT on Dec. 13 for the 21st Annual Mickelson Trail Trek. Bicyclists can sign up online at mickelsontrail.com. South Dakota Department of Game, Fish and Parks officials encourage bicyclists to register early to ensure spots in the Trek, which will be held Sept. 14-16, 2018. The ride is limited to 600 participants. The annual supported ride highlights the George S. Mickelson Trail as it winds through the heart of the Black Hills, from Edgemont to Lead/Deadwood. More bicyclists are drawn to the Trek each year. The ride is open to everyone 14-years-old or older. Riders on the Trail Trek will cover the entire 109 miles of the trail over three days, from Friday, Sept. 14, through Sunday, Sept. 16, 2018. 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We’ve Spotted bp Since 1934 B P Romsdahl’s Free Estimates 605-670-2161 TURNER COUNTY LAND FOR SALE ON SEALED BIDS The following land in Swan Lake Township, Turner County, South Dakota, is offered for sale on sealed bids: E1/2SE1/4 of Section 35-97-53, Turner County, SD, except Olsen Tract 1 Location: 1 mile east of Viborg, SD, consisting of 66.25 farmland acres per FSA with 15 acres subject to a USDA Conservation Easement. Approximately 51 tillable acres, overall soil productivity index rating of 77.2. The improved acreage, Olsen Tract 1, will be sold at a later date. Bids: Written bids must be submitted to Ward Law Office, 109 N Main, Box 497, Viborg, South Dakota, 57070 prior to 5:00 p.m. on December 20, 2017. The highest bidders, in a number to be determined by Sellers, will be notified and allowed to raise their bids at a private auction to be held on December 28, 2017. Sellers reserve the right to reject any and all bids. Terms: 15% of the purchase price payable upon Sellers’ acceptance of the bid, and the balance on closing on or before January 31, 2018. Buyer will receive title by Warranty Deed. The cost of Owner’s title insurance will be split between Sellers and Buyer. Sellers will pay the 2017 taxes due in 2018. Possession to be given on date of bid acceptance, subject to the existing lease for 2017. Bid packages with additional information may be obtained from Ward Law Office, Viborg, South Dakota, attorney for Sellers, Phone 605-326-5282, FAX 605-326-5283, email: wardg@iw.net. Richard and Janice Olsen, Owners 605-660-8696