The South Dakota Board of Regents released a research report showing the economic impact of the six universities on the state.
Regents Executive Director and C.E.O. Mike Rush says their institutions have a big footprint…..

Rush says a lot of people and communities depend on the university system…..

The South Dakota Chamber of Commerce and Industry co-sponsored the research. President Dave Owen says it shows the reach of the Regents institutions….

Owen says the report shows a real return for tax dollars….

The Regents released the report at the same time they are presenting their budget request to the legislature.