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Elmer Harrison Sexauer was born on July 13, 1888, in Winona, Minnesota, to George P. and Elisa (Ulrich) Sexauer. The family moved to Volga, South Dakota in 1891 and later to Brookings, where Elmer attended public schools and South Dakota State College. In 1911, he joined his father in managing The Sexauer Company. Elmer served in the U.S. Army during World War I and held leadership roles in several organizations, including president of the SD Seed Dealers Association, the Western Seedsmen Association, the American Seed Trade Association, and the National Grain and Feed Association. He was also involved with the Board of Directors of the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, First Bank Systems, and Northwestern Bell Telephone. Elmer received the Distinguished Service Award from the University of South Dakota for his business achievements. He was a member of Gamma Sigma Phi at SDSU, the Brookings Masonic Lodge No. 24, and the El Riad Shrine. Elmer retired in 1977 as chairman of The Sexauer Company, which had offices in Brookings, Des Moines, West Fargo, and Norfolk. He passed away on November 15, 1986.

Cecile Irene Welch Sexauer was born on January 18, 1888, in Huron, South Dakota, to Mr. and Mrs. W.H. Welch. The family moved to Arlington, South Dakota, and later to Brookings in 1903. Cecile graduated from Brookings High School and South Dakota State College and attended the Boston Conservatory of Music for one year. She taught piano at South Dakota State College and was a member of the First Baptist Church in Brookings, where she played piano and organ for about 25 years. Cecile was actively involved in music organizations at the local, state, and national levels, including serving as president of the National Music Organization. She was also a member of the BA chapter of PEO and the Sorosis Club. Cecile passed away on October 7, 1973, at Brookings Hospital, after being hospitalized for four weeks.

Charles Louis Sewrey, a native of St. Paul, Minnesota, came to South Dakota State College in 1947 after graduating with high distinction from the University of Minnesota. He held BA and MA degrees and had some teaching experience from the University of Minnesota. His third degree, Ph.D., also from Minnesota, was granted in 1955. He taught American political, economic, cultural and diplomatic history as professor of history at South Dakota State University. In addition to teaching, he published numerous articles in some of America's leading intellectual magazines. Dr. Sewrey also authored a book titled, A History of South Dakota State College in 1959. He was a member of Phi Beta Kappa, a national scholastic honorary society. Dr. Sewrey retired from teaching in 1974 due to failing health. He died in 1979. A memorial endowment fund was established in 1981. The History Department is the main benefactor of the endowment, which funds scholarships and faculty development with such programs as the Sewrey Faculty Colloquium.

[Please edit] Igor Sergeev, Ph.D., D.Sc. has a broad research and teaching experience in nutrition and biochemistry. As professor of nutritional sciences at South Dakota State University, he directs research program in nutritional biochemistry and molecular nutrition. Dr. Sergeev achieved an international reputation through his work on vitamin D metabolism, vitamin D receptors, and cellular calcium signaling; he also pioneered studies on regulation of calcium and bone metabolism in long-duration space flight. Dr. Sergeev has significant experience in conducting clinical trials and observational nutritional studies focusing on the prevention and treatment of cancer and obesity.In the last decade, he has been recognized for his research in the role of calcium, vitamin D, and bioactive plant compounds in regulation of cell death (apoptosis). Dr. Sergeev has authored 117 major scientific publications, many of which are highly cited (MEDLINE/PubMed Google Scholar), given over 50 invited talks, and served on editorial journal boards (currently, Nutrients) and many advisory and grant review committees. Dr. Sergeev has received awards and nominations for his contributions to the fields of nutrition and biochemistry. His current research focuses on the development of novel nutritional approaches for the prevention and treatment of obesity and cancer and improving physical performance (vitamin D, calcium, bioactive food components). Dr. Sergeev has taught courses in Nutrition, Dietetics, Biochemistry, Cell and Molecular Biology and mentored a number of graduate students and postdocs.

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• 2012-2013: 16-11 overall, 0-0 dual
• 2013-2014: 16-18 overall, 2-6 dual
• TOTAL: 16-18 overall, 2-6 dual

Tom Schumacher, Professor Emeritus of Plant Science at South Dakota State University (SDSU), has made significant contributions to soil science, particularly in soil biophysics, soil management, and conservation. He earned his Ph.D. in Soil Biophysics (1982) and M.S. in Crop and Soil Science (1979) from Michigan State University, following a B.A. in Biology from Bluffton University (1972).

Throughout his career, Schumacher has been an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Society of Agronomy, Soil Science Society of America, and the Soil and Water Conservation Society. His research has garnered significant recognition, with over 7,900 citations, reflecting his impact on the field. He has authored or co-authored more than 168 publications, contributing extensively to the scientific community's understanding of soil science.

In addition to his research, Schumacher has been involved in academic mentorship and education, guiding students and professionals in soil science. His work has advanced knowledge in soil architecture, as demonstrated in his discussions on the subject

Schumacher's dedication to soil science has been recognized through various awards and honors, underscoring his commitment to advancing agricultural practices and environmental sustainability.

Theodore W. Schultz (1902–1998) was an influential economist known for his work on human capital and agricultural economics. Born on April 30, 1902, in Arlington, South Dakota, he was the eldest of eight children. Due to labor shortages during World War I, he worked on the family farm instead of attending high school. The agricultural depression of the 1920s motivated him to study the economic factors affecting farmers. He earned a bachelor’s degree in economics from South Dakota State University in 1926 and went on to the University of Wisconsin, where he completed his master’s and doctoral degrees in 1930.

Schultz began his teaching career in agricultural economics at Iowa State University, later becoming head of the Department of Economic Sociology. During World War II, he and his colleagues produced reports on government policies affecting agriculture. One controversial report recommended substituting margarine for butter, leading to opposition from the Iowa dairy industry and college administration. In 1943, Schultz successfully fought against censorship but resigned in protest along with several colleagues. He then joined the University of Chicago, where he became department chairman and played a key role in establishing Chicago as a center for economic innovation. In 1952, he was named a Charles L. Hutchinson Distinguished Service Professor, a position he held until retiring as emeritus professor in 1972.

Schultz pioneered the concept of human capital, arguing that investment in education and skills enhances economic productivity. He also challenged traditional views on agriculture, emphasizing its role in economic development beyond just food production. In 1979, he was awarded the Nobel Prize in Economics, shared with Arthur Lewis, for his groundbreaking research on economic development and human capital. He also received the Francis A. Walker Medal in 1972, a prestigious honor given by the American Economic Association every five years. Schultz authored and edited numerous books and served as an adviser to major foundations, federal agencies, the White House, and the military. He received five honorary doctorates, including one from South Dakota State University.

Schultz married Esther Werth, a fellow South Dakota native and SDSU graduate. They had two daughters, Elaine and Margaret, and one son, T. Paul. Though he formally retired in 1972, he remained active in research until 1990, when a hip fracture left him bedridden. He passed away on February 26, 1998, in Evanston, Illinois, due to complications from pneumonia.

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The National Chapter of Scabbard and Blade was founded in 1904 at the University of Wisconsin. The 1st Company, 6th Regiment of Scabbard and Blade was installed at South Dakota State College, May 15, 1927. The purpose of Scabbard and Blade was to aid in raising the standard of military drill in American colleges and universities, to unite in closer relationship their military departments, to encourage and foster the essential qualities of good and efficient officers, and to promote intimacy and good fellowship among the cadets. R.O.T.C. Cadets had to be enrolled in the advanced course before they were considered as prospective members for Scabbard and Blade. Qualifications for membership in the fraternity were similar to those found in other honorary fraternities. The cadet elected had to possess such qualities as efficiency, patriotism, obedience, honor, courage and good fellowship. This organization remained on the campus of South Dakota State University through sometime in the 1970s.

The Saturday Literary Club was an organization in Brookings, South Dakota, focused on social enjoyment and cultural improvement. It was the first women’s club organized in Brookings, the Saturday Literary Club was founded in 1897 with 14 initial members.