More Than Mondays Tour – Dakota State University's Applied Research Lab

You're invited to join us for a special behind-the-scenes tour of Dakota State University's Applied Research Lab (ARL) in Sioux Falls. Learn how Dakota State University (DSU) and the Dakota State Applied Research Corporation (DARC) are bringing together researchers, students, government agencies, and industry partners to tackle emerging technology challenges, develop the next generation of cyber talent, and drive innovation across the region.

Please note this tour is exclusively for Downtown Sioux Falls Rotarians. Guests are not invited to attend. Registration is required.

Please meet at the front doors of the facility at 3:30 pm.

This exclusive experience will provide insight into the mission of the ARL facility, the impact it is having on South Dakota's growing technology ecosystem, and the opportunities that exist for collaboration among business, government, and higher education. Attendees will have the chance to view select portions of the facility, learn about the innovative work taking place within its walls, and gain a better understanding of how DSU and DARC are helping shape the future of research, cybersecurity, and workforce development in South Dakota.

The tour will also show how the ARL was designed to bring together a growing community of technology-focused organizations. By creating shared space for partnership, innovation, and engagement, the facility supports South Dakota’s expanding cyber and research ecosystem while also offering leasable space for companies and organizations whose missions align with that work.

Whether you're interested in business development, emerging technologies, workforce growth, research collaboration, or the future of South Dakota's innovation economy, this tour offers a unique opportunity to get an inside look at one of the state's newest hubs for technology and applied research.