SUU Blog for 2017
Explore the yearly archive of the SUU Blog for 2017. Here you can find valuable stories and guides, written by various SUU departments about college life essentials organized by the month they were originally published.
These articles were published more than 3 years ago and might contain outdated information or broken links. As a result, its accuracy cannot be guaranteed.
January
- 19 Instagram-Worthy Spots in Southern Utah (January 1, 2017)
- Student Empowers Others Through Volunteer Work (January 3, 2017)
- 2017 New Year’s Resolutions for College Students (January 3, 2017)
- Winter Safety Tips for the SUU Campus (January 6, 2017)
- 7 Best Spots for Cross Country Skiing in Southern Utah (January 6, 2017)
- Researching Giant Pandas, a Student's Journey in China (January 9, 2017)
- Why Choose SUU - Meet President Scott L Wyatt (January 11, 2017)
- Photography Pushes Miss SUU to New Heights (January 12, 2017)
- Nursing Student Excels in Mayo Clinic Internship (January 12, 2017)
- Student Meets Olympic Idol While Furthering Education (January 19, 2017)
- Women and Gender Studies Program Raises Awareness (January 19, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Garrett Strosser, Psychology (January 19, 2017)
- Marketing, Event Planning and Leadership Develop Student Talents (January 23, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Artis Grady, Nutrition (January 23, 2017)
- Choose to Stop Procrastinating Today (January 25, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Matthew Weeg, Biology (January 26, 2017)
- Ten Hot Springs Near Cedar City, Utah (January 27, 2017)
- Un-Selfies: The Dissolution of Identity in 20th & 21st Century Art (January 30, 2017)
- Utah Leaders in Education Join SUU to Prepare Teachers (January 30, 2017)
- Exchange Student Takes on Study Abroad (January 30, 2017)
February
- Faculty Friday: Meet Dr. Matt Barton, Communication (February 1, 2017)
- Student Leader Engages Fraternity to Help Fight Cancer (February 6, 2017)
- Five Benefits of Summer Classes in College (February 6, 2017)
- Beyond the Wall: The Border as Spectacle and Performance (February 7, 2017)
- Consider a Thrill: Top 5 Adventure Dates for Valentine’s Day (February 9, 2017)
- Restoring Biodiversity to the Farm and Table (February 10, 2017)
- Art Student Showcases Work in Professional Museum (February 13, 2017)
- Last Minute Valentine’s Gifts: Show Your Love T-Bird-Style (February 13, 2017)
- Student Entrepreneur Creates Textbook BuyBack Program (February 21, 2017)
- 5 Reasons to Get Involved at College (February 22, 2017)
- ¿Qué es un Asociado en Ciencias Aplicadas? (A.A.S.) (February 27, 2017)
- SUU Student Participates in Resounding Performance of Culture (February 28, 2017)
March
- ¿Qué es un Colegio Comunitario? (March 1, 2017)
- Prepare for College During Your Last Months in High School (March 1, 2017)
- ¿Qué es un Certificado? (March 3, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Camille Thomas, Physical Education (March 3, 2017)
- Business Student Develops Mobile Gaming Company (March 6, 2017)
- ¿Qué es una Universidad? (March 8, 2017)
- Cheap Spring Break Ideas for College Students (March 9, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Rachel Parker, Arts Administration (March 10, 2017)
- Master’s Student Creates Hands-on Communication Boot-Camp (March 13, 2017)
- ¿Qué es un Colegio de Tecnología Aplicada? (March 15, 2017)
- ¿Cuáles son los Beneficios de un Título de Asociado? (March 17, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet David Tufte, Economics (March 17, 2017)
- SUU Celebrates 120 Years With Founders Day Celebration (March 18, 2017)
- SUU to Host Innovative Media Boot Camp (March 20, 2017)
- Bread & Soup Nite Offers Transcendent Student Benefits (March 21, 2017)
- ¿Qué es la Educación Superior? (March 22, 2017)
- Lecturer Publishes Youth Fantasy Novel (March 23, 2017)
- Preguntas sobre Licenciatura (March 24, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Dr. Tony Pellegrini, Elementary Education (March 24, 2017)
- Criminal Justice Professor Launches New Book (March 25, 2017)
- Alternative Spring Break; Student Participates in Urban Health Issues (March 27, 2017)
- Rural Health Scholars College Students Serve Over Spring Break (March 28, 2017)
- New Student Center Location for SUU Outdoors (March 29, 2017)
- SUU Leads Enrollment Growth in Utah for 2016 (March 31, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Josh Price, Economics (March 31, 2017)
- Ten Tips for Working with Your College Advisor (November 19, 2021)
April
- Cedar Sports Competes in Utah Entrepreneur Challenge (April 3, 2017)
- Balancing Gymnastics and Nursing, a Delicate Endeavor (April 3, 2017)
- International Student Follows Artistic Passion (April 4, 2017)
- 19 Things to Do/Places to See this Spring (April 4, 2017)
- Post-Secundaria (April 5, 2017)
- How to Find the Best Scholarships For You (April 6, 2017)
- A Backstage Look at Being a Theatre Major (April 7, 2017)
- ¿Qué son las clases AP (Colocación Avanzada)? (April 7, 2017)
- What to Wear for Professional Dress Codes (April 10, 2017)
- El Centro de Inventario y Evaluación de Carrera (April 12, 2017)
- “Lentil Queen” takes on One-Woman Show (April 13, 2017)
- Ranger Iradukunda: Moving Beyond War for a Brighter Tomorrow (April 13, 2017)
- Student Represents Utah in National Farm Bureau Competition (April 14, 2017)
- Preguntas sobre el SAT (April 14, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Donna Lister, Nursing (April 14, 2017)
- Focus on Small, Achievable Goals as You Prepare for Finals (April 19, 2017)
- Graduating Student Develops Innovative Bird Book (April 20, 2017)
- Qué es el ACT y Cuándo Deben los Estudiantes Tomarlo? (April 21, 2017)
- Professor Goes Viral After Responding to Daughter’s Accident (April 24, 2017)
- 17 College Tips From the Class of 2017 (April 25, 2017)
- Bob Schieffer, Questions About His Life (April 26, 2017)
- Bob Schieffer, Questions About Politics (April 26, 2017)
- Bob Schieffer, Pieces of Advice to Graduates (April 26, 2017)
- Bob Schieffer, Commencement Speaker (April 26, 2017)
- Las Universidades en Utah (April 27, 2017)
- ¿Cuánto Tiempo Dura un Semestre? (April 28, 2017)
- Transferring Colleges: Seven Tips for an Easy Transition (August 26, 2021)
- How to Survive College Finals Week (September 16, 2021)
May
- 2017 School of Business Valedictorian (May 1, 2017)
- 2017 College of Performing and Visual Arts Valedictorian (May 1, 2017)
- 4 Reasons Why You Should Major in Communication (May 1, 2017)
- 2017 College of Education and Human Development Co-Valedictorian (May 1, 2017)
- 2017 College of Education and Human Development Co-Valedictorian (May 1, 2017)
- Six Reasons to Leap Into a Dance Program at SUU (May 1, 2017)
- ¿Qué es ACT Aspire? (May 1, 2017)
- A Look at 2017's Student Commencement Speaker (May 2, 2017)
- 2017 Graduate and Online School Valedictorian (May 2, 2017)
- Illustration Student Displays Work in SUMA Exhibit (May 2, 2017)
- 2017 College of Science and Engineering Valedictorian (May 2, 2017)
- ¿Qué es FAFSA? (May 2, 2017)
- Preguntas Sobre Horas de Crédito (May 3, 2017)
- 2017 College of Humanities and Social Sciences Valedictorian (May 3, 2017)
- MatrÃcula y Cuotas Estudiantiles Explicada (May 5, 2017)
- A Student's Experience in Parks Interpretation (May 8, 2017)
- ¿Qué es una Transcripción Universitaria? (May 10, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Dr. Kevan Jacobson, Criminal Justice (May 11, 2017)
- Photography Takes Business Student to Wondrous Destinations (May 12, 2017)
- SUU Student Embarks on a Roaming Adventure (May 17, 2017)
- ¿Qué son las Subvenciones? (May 17, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Cecily Heiner, Computer Science (May 18, 2017)
- ¿Qué es la Ayuda Financiera? (May 23, 2017)
- ¿Qué es la prueba ACCUPLACER y cómo se utiliza? (May 25, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Kyle Bishop, English (May 26, 2017)
- 9 Cosas Que Debes Hacer Antes de Llegar a la Universidad (May 31, 2017)
- Top 10 Climbing Spots in Southern Utah (June 24, 2022)
June
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Rosa Perez (June 2, 2017)
- Robots and Creativity Collide in K-12 Educator Workshop (June 6, 2017)
- ¿Qué es un Préstamo Estudiantil? (June 7, 2017)
- Meet Faculty Member Johnny MacLean, Geology (June 8, 2017)
- 26 Términos a Aprender Antes de ir a la Universidad (June 14, 2017)
- Ayuda Basada en la Necesidad vs Ayuda Basada en el Mérito (June 14, 2017)
- Top Ten Hikes in Southern Utah for All Levels (June 15, 2017)
- Intercollegiate Pickleball Tournament Makes History (June 15, 2017)
- Traditional Chinese Technique Painting | Blog (June 16, 2017)
- Fatherly Advice from Viral Dad Ben Sowards (June 17, 2017)
- Student Discovers Global Perspective in Nicaragua (June 20, 2017)
- ¿Qué es Necesidad Financiera? (June 21, 2017)
- Eleven Books For Your Summer Reading List (June 22, 2017)
- Preguntas Sobre Ayuda Financiera (June 23, 2017)
- Preguntas de Trabajo-Estudio (June 23, 2017)
- Make the Most Out of Your College Classroom Experience (June 24, 2017)
- Easy Recipes for College Students: Orzo Comfort Dish (June 25, 2017)
- Future Therapist Learns About Culture Awareness in Spain (June 26, 2017)
- T-Bird Parents: Five Tips for Filling Out the FAFSA (June 28, 2017)
- 5 Consejos Para la FAFSA (June 28, 2017)
- Lista de verificación para nuevos estudiantes universitarios (June 30, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Julia Combs, English (June 30, 2017)
- 25 Things to Do in Cedar City this Summer (July 9, 2021)
- SUU Student Housing: On and Off Campus Options (July 13, 2021)
- Reasons to Get a High School Internship (June 24, 2022)
- T-Bird Parents: Checklist for New College Students (August 2, 2022)
July
- Summer Study in India Offers Lessons in Humility (July 3, 2017)
- Prevent Wildfires: What Can You Do? (July 3, 2017)
- Easy Recipes for College Students: One Pan Mexican Quinoa (July 3, 2017)
- Orientación para los Padres y la Familia (July 5, 2017)
- Campus Safety Checklist for Parents (July 5, 2017)
- Internships in Cedar City, Utah (July 6, 2017)
- Sending Your Kid to College Checklist (July 7, 2017)
- Jobs in Cedar City, Utah (July 7, 2017)
- On-Campus Jobs at Southern Utah University (July 7, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Karen Houser, Education (July 7, 2017)
- Easy Recipes for College Students: Spaghetti with Summer Squash (July 10, 2017)
- Communication Professors Shares 161 Must-Watch Movies (July 12, 2017)
- Why You Should Pay Attention to Pop Culture Messages (July 12, 2017)
- 9 Maneras Para Apoyar a tu Estudiante Universitario (July 13, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Dr. Lynn Vartan, Music (July 14, 2017)
- Quick-fix BBQ Foil Dinner for College Students (July 18, 2017)
- U.S. Cyber Challenge Trains Students and Professionals (July 19, 2017)
- Cómo hacer un Presupuesto Universitario (July 19, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Lynn White, Psychology (July 21, 2017)
- Parent and Family Orientation During Move-In Day (July 24, 2017)
- A Student’s Guide to Majoring in Business (July 24, 2017)
- A Pioneer Whose Story Stands Tall: Nellie Unthank (July 25, 2017)
- Write Out: A Summer Writing Camp for Teenagers (July 25, 2017)
- Study Abroad Prepares Students for Life (July 26, 2017)
- Un Pionera Cuya Historia se Mantiene Alta (July 26, 2017)
- 4 Reasons to Major in Marketing (July 27, 2017)
- SUU Student Composer Makes Stage Production Dreams Come True (July 27, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is William Shakespeare? (July 28, 2017)
- Figuring Out the FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) (July 29, 2017)
- Tips for Working in the Summer Heat (July 30, 2017)
- Debunking the Freshman 15; Wellness Instead of Weight Loss (October 29, 2021)
August
- 9 Things You Should do Before You Arrive at College (February 8, 2017)
- 350 Students Participate in SUU Study Abroad Programs in '17 (August 1, 2017)
- Easy Pasta Recipe You Can Make at Home (August 7, 2017)
- 5 Reasons to Consider Becoming a Teacher (August 9, 2017)
- Former Refugee Interns in Washington, D.C. (August 9, 2017)
- 11 Survival Tips for Psychology Majors (August 10, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Tyler Stillman (August 10, 2017)
- Four Reasons Why You Should Major in Education (August 11, 2017)
- SUU T-Bird Nation Blog | The Great American Eclipse (August 15, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Socrates? (August 17, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Dr. Scott Munro, Engineering (August 17, 2017)
- ¿Quién es Sharwan Smith? (August 22, 2017)
- Nación T-Bird: Una Universidad Basada en la Tradición (August 23, 2017)
- T-Bird Nation: Southern Utah University, Built on Tradition (August 23, 2017)
- 4 Ways the SUU Career Center Can Help Local Businesses (August 25, 2017)
- Student Represents the United States in Japan Cosplay Competition (August 29, 2017)
- Who is the Sharwan Smith Student Center Named After? (August 30, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Albert Einstein? (August 31, 2017)
- 4 Things You May Not Know About an Online College Education (June 4, 2021)
- Transitioning from High School to College (June 10, 2021)
- Ways to Personalize Your Dorm Room (December 14, 2022)
- Southern Utah University Art & Sculpture Stroll (February 11, 2025)
September
- Faculty Friday; Meet Jennifer Burt, Communication (September 1, 2017)
- Taking Ballroom Dance to the Next Level (September 5, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Thomas Jefferson? (September 6, 2017)
- 7 Things To Know About Hospitality Management (September 6, 2017)
- College Student Recipes: Easy Chili Fry Bread (September 7, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Isaac Newton? (September 7, 2017)
- College Student Recipes: Easy Pizza Waffles (September 10, 2017)
- How to Make a College Student Budget (September 11, 2017)
- How You Can Protect Yourself From the Equifax Data Breach (September 14, 2017)
- Student Finds Her Passion From Anthropology to Graphic Design (September 19, 2017)
- Helen Foster Snow's Impact at SUU and Around the World (September 21, 2017)
- Public Apology: Comments on the Equifax Cybersecurity Breach (September 21, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Peter Sham, Theatre Arts & Dance (September 21, 2017)
- 1st Annual Southwest Astronomy Festival (September 22, 2017)
- How to Help Homesickness in College (September 26, 2017)
- Cómo Prevenir a la Nostalgia en la Universidad (September 27, 2017)
October
- Great Date Ideas for Utah’s Great Outdoors (October 2, 2017)
- Student Chosen to Attend Exclusive Cyber Security Camp (October 3, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics- The Opioid Epidemic (October 3, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is John Stuart Mill? (October 4, 2017)
- The Founding of Southern Utah University (October 5, 2017)
- 9 Ways to Support Your College Student (October 6, 2017)
- Future Teacher Creates Art Workshops for Children (October 9, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Aristotle? (October 9, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Leonardo Da Vinci? (October 9, 2017)
- STEAM Festival Involves Students in Experiential Learning (October 10, 2017)
- 7 Reasons to Major in Computer Science & Information Systems (October 12, 2017)
- SUU’s Graduate & Online School Announce Studio97 (October 13, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Jacob Manning, Outdoor Recreation (October 13, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Galileo Galilei? (October 17, 2017)
- Student Leader Orchestrates Outdoor Nation Campus Challenge (October 18, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics - Freedom of Religion (October 18, 2017)
- Amazon Teaches Computer Science Student First-Class Skills (October 18, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Marie Curie? (October 18, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Germaine de Stael? (October 18, 2017)
- Meet the Centurium Statues: Who is Plato? (October 20, 2017)
- October 2017 Pizza & Politics - Health Care (October 25, 2017)
- School of Business Featured on Newsweek (October 25, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics - Culture Appropriation vs. Appreciation (October 26, 2017)
- Philosophy Major Takes Dominican Republic Service Trip (October 26, 2017)
- Student Helps SUU Honors You Program (October 26, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Dr. Roger Gold, Biology (October 27, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Michael Kroff, Marketing (October 27, 2017)
November
- Pintura de Historia Universitaria en Técnica China Tradicional (November 1, 2017)
- What is the Centurium on the Campus of SUU? (November 3, 2017)
- Design Your Own Degree With Interdisciplinary Studies (November 3, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Ty Redd, Chemistry (November 3, 2017)
- Pizza and Politics Focuses on Free Speech (November 6, 2017)
- Alumni Nicholas Villalobos Releases New Music Album (November 7, 2017)
- Helping Veterans Succeed in the Classroom (November 7, 2017)
- Stay Safe While Shopping Online This Holiday Season (November 9, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Kevin Stein, Communication (November 10, 2017)
- Art and Design Students Gain Experience in Tennessee (November 13, 2017)
- Pizza and Politics Focuses on Gun Laws This Week (November 13, 2017)
- Six Reasons to Study Pre-Med With SUU’s College of Sciences (November 15, 2017)
- How to Protect Yourself Against Social Engineering (November 15, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics - The Cost of Free College (November 15, 2017)
- Meet Our Professors: Ben Kirkby, Graphic Design (November 15, 2017)
- Five Rules for a Great Friendsgiving (November 16, 2017)
- 3 Reasons Why You Should Major In Interdisciplinary Studies (November 17, 2017)
- 4 Tips to Maintain Your Health While in College (November 20, 2017)
- Earning an Education on the Sidelines - Randi Spencer (November 20, 2017)
- Why SUU is the Place for Student Entrepreneurs (November 21, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Lee Montgomery, Education (November 27, 2017)
- Financial Management Intern Spends Summer in Zion (November 27, 2017)
- T-Bird Parents: Help Your Student Register for College Classes (November 10, 2021)
- Registration Tips for Freshmen College Students (November 12, 2021)
December
- Engineering Student Conducts Prestigious Space Research (December 1, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics- Disability Awareness (December 4, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics: University Students Discuss Bears Ears (December 4, 2017)
- 7 Student Loan Mistakes and How to Avoid Them (December 5, 2017)
- Meet Zion National Park Wilderness Ranger Kali McKenzie (December 6, 2017)
- President Wyatt Wishes Students Good Luck on Finals (December 17, 2017)
- Easy Do It Yourself Cement Planter (December 17, 2017)
- Engineering Student Optimizes Coal Plant Production Process (December 18, 2017)
- Pizza & Politics- Mass Incarceration (December 18, 2017)
- How to DIY Your Own T-Shirt Design (December 18, 2017)
- DIY Projects: Last Minute Christmas Gifts (December 19, 2017)
- How to DIY a Fringed Flannel Blanket or Scarf (December 19, 2017)
- Faculty Friday; Meet Dr. Richard Saunders, Library (December 19, 2017)
- The Advantages of Attending College (December 20, 2017)
- Pizza and Politics- Size of Government (December 20, 2017)