UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | April 26, 2024

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DSU audit not assigned despite OLAG findings

Legislators say a decision has not been made about whether a full audit of Dixie State University’s termination policies and best practices is required. According to an informal letter report given in December 2018, the OLAG said: “We found that DSU did successfully document policy violations on the part of tenured faculty. However, more work would […]

‘Roma’ deserving of both Oscar wins

“Roma” is undeniably worthy of its two Oscar wins for best foreign language film and cinematography. It is a riveting film that is sprawling and epic while remaining beautifully intimate and enrapturing. I was reminded of films I watched with my mom and grandmother when I was young while watching “Roma.” Films like “Citizen Kane” […]

DSN photographers share beginning of careers

Capturing a moment in time, a moment in history, is the essence of photojournalism: a sledge hammer swung at the Berlin Wall, a man standing in the way of tanks at Tiananmen Square, and a sailor kissing a woman in Times Square. Iconic photos are taken by photo journalists who may have begun as photographers for their high […]

SBP candidates discuss upcoming election, share personal stories

An ambassador, a Dixie State University Student Association officer and a softball player have goals and aspirations. Each are students at DSU furthering their education with the end goal of achieving their dreams. These are your candidates for Student Body President. Charismatic and cordial are words best used to describe Brett Coleman, a junior communication major from Midway.  The DSUSA vice president […]

Student election policy not readily available

By Jonn Holland and Noelle Spencer According to policy 4.1.1. of section 541 student government, guidelines for eligibility to run for student office may be requested. However, the guidelines are not readily available.  Candidates running for student government are campaigning for student votes at Dixie State University and to do it correctly, the DSU Student […]

‘Alita: Battle Angel’ made family friendly

“Alita: Battle Angel” is beautifully crafted and a wonder to behold, but without the graphic violence of the original manga or the ‘90s anime, it is like a sword crafted only for display: without edge or sharpness. As one who is accustomed to the gritty, dark and graphically violent Robert Rodriguez films like “Machete,” “Desperado,” […]

Parade of Homes sparks interior design interest among DSU students

You are on a leisurely drive through town and decide to take a trip through a neighborhood with large, beautiful homes. You see a few mansions you can only dream of owning or even stepping foot in. Then you remember the Parade of Homes is in town— a perfect opportunity to see inside some incredible […]

Students weigh in on relevant questions

There is more than one way to perceive a question. We can see the question as good, bad, informative or not intelligent and answer accordingly, but when someone asks how bad something is, that changes the way we answer. In a short survey conducted at Dixie State University, 30 individuals were asked to rate three […]

Traveling made more accessible, affordable for students

Your friends have invited you to join them on a trip to Hawaii. The thought of tropical weather, beaches, going to a luau and experiencing Hawaiian culture has you itching to go. There is one thing keeping you from immediately saying yes — your budget. Perhaps next year you can go with your friends, unless […]

Jazz festival provides experience for musical youth

The St. George Jazz Festival took place at Dixie State University for its third year, celebrating the century–old music genre and providing educational opportunities for middle and high school students. Last Friday, students from St. George middle and high school jazz bands performed in concerts and attended a clinic with professional jazz musician Andy Martin. More concerts […]