UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | May 19, 2024

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Trailblazer women carve unique path at DSU

Dixie State University trailblazers from different areas of campus demonstrate the importance of leadership as a woman. Women’s History Month, which ends March 31, is that time of the year where people celebrate the vital role of women in American history. Sarah Ramaker, a senior dance major from Midland, Michigan, said when she hears Women’s History Month, a woman […]

Women’s resource center providing support to students at DSU

The women’s resource center is still in the initial stages of cementing its presence at Dixie State University. Florence Bacabac, the women’s resource director, said her idea for the center started after she realized DSU didn’t have a women’s resource center set up specifically for students. Southern Utah University provided these services, which Bacabac said […]

Warm weather blues: Students find motivation to stay focused after spring break

As the weather begins to warm up, some Dixie State University students struggle to successfully finish the spring semester. Jessica White, an academic adviser for the business department, said spring break contributes to this feeling. “Students get so excited for spring break thinking they will come back refreshed,” White said. “In reality, it’s like they […]

Switching majors requires planning, advisers say

When it comes to picking a major, some students end up switching multiple times before graduating. According to the University of LaVerne, 50 to 70 percent of students change their majors at least once before they graduate.Madison Brostrom, an academic adviser for general education, said if students plan on changing their major, they should do so […]

DSU campus police investigating stalking incident

Dixie State University campus police are investigating a stalking incident that happened Feb. 27. Ron Isaacson, campus police assistant director, said the female student was walking home when someone came from behind a dumpster near the St. George Community Church parking lot at 800 East 100 South around 3 a.m.  Isaacson said the man was dressed in all black clothing. […]

DSU student turns to humor to overcome tragedy

After losing his dad at an early age, a Dixie State University student was inspired to go into the medical field. Micah Anderson, a senior biology major from La Verkin, said he was only 9 years old when a gang member murdered his dad.  “It was one of those CSI moments where he ran off and […]

Health and wellness checkups available for DSU students

While some students are conscious of their health, many are not regularly visiting with their doctors which may lead to severe health issues later on in life. Aside from following a steady diet, exercising regularly, and sleeping the recommended amount, students need to visit medical professionals at least every year. These appointments should cover all […]

Missing DSU instructor found in Arizona strip, dies in hospital

After being lost and found, Dixie State University instructor Leroy Fitzell passed away Friday. After Fitzell was flown to Dixie Regional Medical Center, a family friend Christopher Roberts said Fitzell was dealing with organ failure and other complications due to exposure.  “[Fitzell] passed away surrounded by his family and the sweet singing from his dear […]

DSU upperclassmen prepare for solo music recitals

After years of refining their musical skills, Dixie State University students are prepared to perform solo for the upcoming music recitals. DSU’s music department has scheduled eight junior and senior recitals in the Dolores Eccles Fine Arts Center Concert Hall. The first recital started Saturday and continues untilApril 15. As a part of the capstone […]

DSU theater department opening ‘Peter Pan’ prequel play

Almost everyone knows the story of Peter Pan, but how he became the boy he is is a different tale. Dixie State University’s “Peter and the Starcatcher” is the backstory behind Peter Pan. “Peter and the Starcatcher” is a five-time Tony Award winning-play by Rick Elice, which is based off of the novel by Dave Barry […]