AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoAI Education: South Dakota’s Board of Regents approved new AI degrees across the system, including a Dakota State doctoral program in Artificial Intelligence and SDSU bachelor’s, master’s, and doctoral degrees in AI Engineering, with classes starting this fall. University Tech Funding: Regents are also asking lawmakers for nearly $60.5 million for building and maintenance, plus $20 million one-time and $4.5 million ongoing to build and maintain a systemwide AI technology system. Healthcare Research Access: Avera Research Institute’s Mobile Unit will stop at Avera Sacred Heart in Aberdeen July 29-30 to expand participation in studies like ECHO and Avera Healthy Start. Rural Health Grants: Gov. Rhoden awarded $31.5 million in Rural Strong grants to 28 projects aimed at improving rural healthcare access, technology, and workforce support. Housing & Local Policy: Vermillion City Council approved a TIF district for a planned 56-unit apartment project, clearing the way for follow-up steps under a new state requirement for independent review. Public Safety & Health: A new brief highlights South Dakota’s ongoing nursing shortage, arguing rural areas need more staffing to keep care available. STEM in the Classroom: SDSU recognized spring 2026 dean’s list students and also reported national honors for DSU students at the FBLA Collegiate National Leadership Conference. Daylight Saving Fight: A new map shows permanent daylight saving would likely benefit Southern states most, while parts of the Upper Midwest and Northern New England could see bigger downsides.
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