Posted on: 16 Apr 2020
Classes are still piling on work online and students are not having it. Whenever I plan out my schedule for school, I make sure to not add any online classes. I know I can’t keep up with an in-person class and also find time in my schedule to fit in an online class. With the […]
Posted on: 10 Apr 2020
The U.S Department of Treasury announced the distribution of stimulus checks due to the economic crisis caused by the COVID-19 outbreak, but it may not apply to all college students. The stimulus check, also known as the CARES Act, is a $2 trillion economic relief packed on behalf of the Trump Administration to help aid […]
Posted on: 09 Apr 2020
People are staying home, but restaurants are still serving up their dishes through takeout and delivery services. Restaurants all over St. George have had to switch gears and adjust to health measures being implemented by the Utah Department of Health. The Utah Department of Health has extended the order of dine-in options being closed at […]
Posted on: 04 Apr 2020
Dixie State University continues its annual traditions through virtual formats to keep students engaged while off campus. Along with the annual Dixie Awards, D-Week and the Regional Research Symposium will both be held online and are open for all DSU students to participate in. D-Week Brooke Sullivan, alumni events and marketing coordinator, said the D-Week […]
Posted on: 03 Apr 2020
As Dixie State University proceeds with its COVID-19 emergency response plan, Provost Michael Lacourse, implemented a pass/no credit option for students March 31. The pass/no credit will give students the option to receive a P/NC instead of the traditional letter grade, but will not affect a student’s GPA in a positive or negative way, Lacourse […]
Posted on: 27 Mar 2020
For an easier transition into college, students should consider taking a gap year. For some students, 13 years of school may not be enough to decide what they want to go on to do in their adult lives. Taking a gap year to gain experience in the real world can help better prepare students for college. […]
Posted on: 13 Mar 2020
Dixie State University has canceled all major events on campus to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, including the Pacific Islander Student Association luau. PISA has been working on preparing for the luau that was supposed to be held on April 4. Those plans were put on hold after the university canceled all major university […]
Posted on: 05 Mar 2020
Dixie State University should limit the use of foam and single-use containers and enforce better biodegradable options for students. Foam is a non-biodegradable material that stays in the environment for hundreds of years. It breaks down into small particles that later pollute our water and harm animals that consume them. Walking around campus, you can […]
Posted on: 29 Feb 2020
The Dixie Blaze dance team danced its way out of the season on Feb. 22 in its Blaze Review showcase where they had the chance to perform one last time. Coach Kori Esplin said the Dixie State University dance team has been working toward bringing exciting performances to the students at DSU. The team performed […]
Posted on: 23 Feb 2020
Dixie State University is holding its 33rd annual Dixie Sears Invitational filled with a variety of artwork for the enjoyment of DSU students and the community. The Sears Art Museum opened its doors on Feb. 14 and will be open until the end of March. Artists from around the area were able to submit their […]