Objectives: Through attendance at a variety of activities encouraged by the Aggie Passport program and its incentives, first-year students will:
- develop an increased awareness of campus events
- broaden their engagement in the university experience
- become more involved in the university community
Has your department developed an exciting, informative fall semester event for Utah State students? An excellent way to build event attendance and have students discover more about the outstanding campus events offered to students is to list your event as an Aggie Passport Opportunity.
To encourage students to take advantage of the many cultural and social campus opportunities, the Office of Retention and Student Success is pleased sponsor the voluntary Aggie Passport Experience program. This program supports departmental programs and provides an incentive for students to learn more about the wealth of campus opportunities.
At the beginning of fall semester, first-year students are introduced to the Aggie Passport Experience during the Connections course, in all English 1010 courses and at “Day on the Quad.” Passport events are featured from four categories: academic, cultural, community and social. Attending the selected events and getting their passport stamped allows students to earn exciting prizes from on-campus vendors as they experience an array of university- and community- sponsored events. Returning students are also encouraged to participate.
Research indicates that there is a positive correlation between student success and attending and participating in campus events. President and Mrs. Albrecht have strongly endorsed the Aggie Passport Experience project saying, “We encourage all of our students to participate in the Aggie Experience program. The opportunities available will enhance every aspect of their life and provide memories that will last a lifetime.” Noelle Call, Director of the Office of Retention and Student Success states that “Outside lectures, performances, and diversity events, all extend a students’ learning beyond the classroom, enriches their academic experience and knowledge base, and involves the student in becoming an active member of the university community.”
Previous winners are not eligible for prizes. Please encourage others to participate.
For additional information, call the Office of Retention and Student Success - 797-1132.