Nadauld discusses future at Direction of Dixie

4/23/13

The only thing certain about the future is that it isn’t always predictable, but President Stephen Nadauld may have a good jab at it.   

Nadauld addressed a room of people on April 13 about his vision for Dixie State University. 

He spoke about student enrollment across the state, budget ...

Post grad opportunities not so bright

4/25/13

After four years of drudgery, many graduates eagerly anticipate the swells of the “Pomp and Circumstance Marches” as they finish up finals and projects.

However, the reality for many college graduates is less than exciting. According to a report from The Huffington Post, one in two college graduates are jobless ...

Time running out for students to pass classes

4/25/13

Kurt Prewett finds out what happens to students at risk of not passing necessary classes as the semester winds down.

Request Robby: Diaper days are back again

4/24/13

I don’t remember what it was like as a baby, but I took a glimpse into what it may have been like.

An anonymous source requested I delve into the life of infantilism. This person lives a secret life as an adult baby and has felt scrutinized from others ...

DSU must step up game when it comes to recycling

4/24/13

We are in the Dark Ages; the majority of the U.S. has some form of productive recycling. We at Dixie State University do not.

How did the push to prepare DSU to be a university leave out this initiative? Isn't a key component of the modernization to catch ...

Ambulance service change won't affect DSU EMT training

4/24/13

After more than 30 years of serving the St. George area, Dixie Ambulance will no longer be the emergency transport provider, leaving the area to northern Utah based provider Gold Cross.

Dixie Ambulance announced it ceased its operations on April 14 at 7 a.m.

In a letter addressed to ...

Request Robby: Taser defense shocking option

4/23/13

Whether it's for self-defense or a good laugh, a stun gun is a good item to have around.

Dustin Campbell, from St. George, bought a Taser while traveling through Las Vegas. After startling a handful of people lounging in the living room, he turned to me, clicking the Taser ...

Using Muslims as scapegoats typical, hurtful, unacceptable

4/23/13

With the recent tragedy that was the Boston bombing, it’s no surprise the bigots have come out of the woodwork, specifically toward the people of Islam or those of Middle Eastern descent.

I am saying nothing against the families and friends of those harmed in the bombing. My deepest ...

DSU earns solid B for year's performance

4/23/13
Graphic by Kari Lopez

From raging fights over a two-syllable word to jubilance over a new title to disgust over dining options, DSU gets a solid B for the 2012-2013  school year.

This year has been the most dramatic one for the school since I started attending in 2009. From a name debate to ...

DSU resources largely underutilized

4/23/13
A few on-campus resources remain ignored or unnoticed, like the pool and the red storm room. Many students are unaware of these resources and where to find them. Photo by Heather Harrison.

The sweat students lose during a final exam could be replaced with a dip into cool waters; too bad the pool on campus goes unnoticed.

Dixie State University has many unknown campus resources that are available for students. Most schools try to cater to the needs and comfort of the ...

Online scholarships offer additional dollars

4/23/13

Getting an education is undoubtedly expensive, but students at Dixie State University needn’t worry.

Even if you’ve applied for all the scholarships through the financial aid office that you’re eligible for, there are plenty of scholarships you can apply for online.

“Not only will our financial aid ...

FoodSpace: Irmita's St. George's go-to for authentic Mexican

4/23/13
Irmita's, an authentic Mexican food restaurant located at 148 W. St. George Blvd., follows recipes directly from owner Irmita Garcia's grandmother. Photo by Katie McKellar

It is only fitting that my last FoodSpace column of the semester goes out with full flavor.

I moved to St. George from southern California, and it’s only natural that I would bring with me an appreciation of authentic Mexican food. As you may know, there is a shortage ...

Summer promises array of movies

4/23/13

With the launch of multiple hits and flops, this summer has potential to be a summer to remember when it comes to new films. 

“I love movies,” said Matthew Hansen, a sophomore communicationmajor from Salt Lake City. “They are the highlight of my summer because that’s when most of ...

Banquet to honor athletes, fans, volunteers

4/23/13

Through all the sweat, tears and glory athletics have brought Dixie State University this year, the moment has come to recall all of the good moments and the unconquerable players.

For four years, DSU has held a banquet to acknowledge teams and the players who makes Dixie’s success possible ...

Dixie Athletics quickly recovers after multiple staff changes

4/23/13
Graphic by Kari Lopez

Coaches are a source of motivation in all sports, but at Dixie State University there have been many changes among the coaching staff.

Within the past year, DSU has seen coaching changes in women’s basketball, men’s basketball, women’s soccer, men’s golf and rugby. It has also ...

Storm take positives, prepare for Cal Baptist University

4/23/13
Matt Hill, a junior accounting major from Cypress Calif., pitches against Grand Canyon University on April 13. The Red Storm won the series against GCU 3-1. Photo by Tom Hender.

Dixie State University’s baseball team took a tough loss to Fresno Pacific University Friday and Saturday.

Although Fresno took the victory, the team is taking the momentum from the series against the No. 1 team in the conference Grand Canyon University. It went 3-1 for the series at home ...