Daniel Silva Journalist Profile

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Gearing Up for the Greek Study-A-Thon

Dec 12, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

This upcoming Sunday, UND’s Greek Council is setting up and hosting their bi-annual Study-A-Thon event in the large ballroom located on the second floor of the Memorial Union. Typically, this event takes place the Sunday preceding final’s week at the end of the semester and acts as a safe space for Greek life members and UND students alike to home in on their studying skills and ace their finals.
Finals Week Vouchers are Here

Dec 12, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

Next week marks the start of one of the most stress filled weeks of the semester for many students at UND as finals week takes place between December 16 and December 20. At the Student Involvement Office, you can find a much-needed reprieve as vouchers from Red Pepper, Crisp & Green, and Nautical Bowls are being given out to students for free from Monday December 9 to December 13.
Study Abroad Snapshots of Adventure

Dec 1, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

Between Monday November 18 and Tuesday November 19, UND Study Abroad hosted its “Snapshots of Adventure” photo gallery exhibition on the first floor of the Memorial Union, which displayed the experiences and different places around the world in which UND students traveled to in accordance with their study abroad programs. These destinations included the likes of countless different countries ranging from the vibrant Mediterranean coastline in Alicante, Spain to mountainous terrain in Bangladesh.
Getting Involved as a Business Student

Nov 21, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

Whether you are looking to get involved or grow your resume, there are countless opportunities to improve your professional image through involvement in student organizations on campus that are specific to your major. The Nistler College of Business offers unique opportunities for their students to get involved and take part in leadership opportunities through a wide variety of student organizations at UND.
The History Behind Day Light Savings

Nov 14, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

Twice a year, Grand Forks residents and individuals across the nation brace themselves for a shift in their clocks. Citizens take advantage of daylight savings time to maximize daylight and save energy.
Halloween at the Wellness Center

Nov 7, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

Understanding the history of Halloween and how it has become a cultural phenomenon in the United States is crucial to appreciating its meaning. Halloween prompts children and college students alike to dress up and be a shell of themselves for one night out of the year. Dating back to the Eighth Century, Pope Gregory III designated November 1 as All Saints Day and the preceding night became known as “All Hallows Eve,” the early form of Halloween.
Volunteering At The Salvation Army

Nov 7, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

The Salvation Army is an international organization that focuses its core values on faith and service by giving back to those in need. The Grand Forks Salvation Army serves the greater Grand Forks and East Grand Forks communities and helps facilitate and organize various food drives, coat drives, and other forms of charitable service for the benefit of others.
The Meaning Behind La Niña in Grand Forks this Winter

Oct 31, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

The leaves are changing colors, pumpkin spice flavors are taking over, and last-minute Halloween decorations are appearing across campus this fall. However, for those of you familiar with North Dakota, the winter looms large and will be here before we know it.
Notes from the Nest Scholarship Event

Oct 24, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

On October 14 and 15, the UND Alumni Association and Foundation hosted their second annual ‘Notes from the Nest’ event in which students are given a chance to write a personalized “Thank You” note to their donors and express their gratitude for helping support their scholarship. his year’s event took place at the Memorial Union Ball Room and free food, including Deek’s Pizza, was provided to students who participated.
The Undermined Importance of Sleep

Oct 24, 2024 | dakotastudent.com | Daniel Silva

One of the most overlooked aspects in maintaining a healthy school, work, and social life balance in college is finding time to ensure that you are getting a good night’s sleep. Sleep plays a pivotal role in your overall health including your cognitive, cardiovascular, and immune systems performance with proven research to back this up.