Hundreds rally outside Dakota State commencement

Noem’s honorary degree sparks protest; meanwhile, a student she’s trying to deport earns a doctorate

An international student in western South Dakota overcame Kristi Noem’s attempt to stop her from graduating Saturday, while hundreds of people protested on the other side of the state where Noem received an honorary degree and delivered a commencement speech.

Hundreds rally outside Dakota State commencement

MADISON, S.D. (KELO) -- Hundreds of protesters rallied outside Dakota State University's graduation ceremony Saturday as U.S. Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem spoke to this year's graduating class. Since DSU announced the former South Dakota governor would be its commencement speaker, the decision has garnered its fair share of praise and criticism. DSU awards Noem honorary degree Not long before commencement, you coul…

'No Honor For Noem:' Peaceful protestors demonstrate at DSU commencement

More than 100 peaceful protesters lined Washington Avenue in a demonstration against Dakota State University's decision to present Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem with an honorary doctorate in public service