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| Join Us for USU's 2022 Homecoming Week October 3-8 |
| Notable events include student street painting, A Day of Giving, True Aggie Night, Running of the Bulls 5K, the Homecoming Parade and much more. Five notable Aggies will be honored for their contributions to Utah State University during the Homecoming festivities including (clockwise from top left) Young Alumnus of the Year Oscar O. Marquina, Alumnus of the Year Peter L. Kranz, Grand Marshals Annette and Lane Thomas, Young Alumnus of the Year Tyler Tolson, and Alumna of the Year Shailaja S. Akkapeddi. |
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| USU Celebrates Record-Breaking $110 Million Fundraising Year |
| The groundbreaking number is a 137% increase over last year’s total of $46.8 million and becomes the first time in the university’s 134-year history it has surpassed the $100 million fundraising mark. |
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| Early Aggie Opportunity |
| If you know any non-Utah resident high school students who might want to get an early start on college courses, Utah State University is now offering select online courses for juniors and seniors. These online courses help prepare high school students for college, allow flexibility to fit their schedules and they'll pay a fraction of the cost while earning college credits. |
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| Utah Marriage Commission at USU Launches Stronger Marriage Connection Podcast |
| It's often said that marriage takes work. The Stronger Marriage Connection podcast wants to help, because a happy marriage is worth the effort. USU Family Life Professor Dr. Dave Schramm ’04 MS and psychologist Dr. Liz Hale talk with experts about the principles and practices that will grow your commitment, compassion and emotional connection. |
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| Alumni Couple Supply Body Armor, Medical Aid to Ukrainians |
| David ’05 and Brittany ’01 Milligan flew to Poland in June with their son, Davey, to donate supplies to those engaging in the conflict on the Ukrainian side of the border. After collecting supplies and donations from Cache Valley residents, the trio packed up 40 sets of body armor, as well as medical supplies for their journey. |
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| Two Aggies Named Living Color Award Recipients |
| Jacqueline Thompson ’10 Ph.D., a community activist with the Davis School District, and Benjamin Kolendar ’10, director of the Salt Lake City Department of Economic Development, were named by Living Color Utah and Utah Business Magazine for their work to make Utah more equitable and inclusive. |
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| Utah Teacher of the Year Continues Legacy |
| Chad Warnick ’06, ’09 MS, is in his 17th year of teaching agriculture in the Millard School District. He was raised in Delta, and his father received the same award in 1991. Warnick, an agriculture educator and FFA (Future Farmers of America) adviser for ninth to 12th graders, now teaches in his father’s old classroom. |
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| A Day of Giving |
| A Day of Giving is our opportunity to show our Aggie pride and gratitude for the impact Utah State University has had on each of us, in our communities, and around the world. On this day, Aggies can make a gift of any size to the USU area they’re most passionate about. |
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| Virtual Aggie Auction |
| Join Utah State Athletics for the third annual Virtual Aggie Auction. Auction items will open for bidding Wednesday, October 5th, and remain open until 8:00 pm MST on Wednesday, October 12th. Registration for the event is FREE to all participants. |
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| A Little Goes a Long Way: Computer Science Professor Creates Student Endowments |
| USU Computer Science Professor Vicki Allan has created three endowments in the Department of Computer Science. Of her career, Allan said that teaching at USU is the best job in the world and credits all of the amazing students at the university. “Creating scholarships to encourage students to pursue an education is such a great use of money and it brings me a lot of joy,” Allan said. “The students are working so hard and often go into debt.” |
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| Forging a New Path: First-Generation Alum Creates Aggie Family Scholarship for Aggie First Scholars |
| In 2021, Paul Maroof ’74 created an Aggie Family Scholarship in honor of he and his wife, Nahid, who died of cancer in 2018. The Paul and Nahid Maroof Aggie Family Scholarship is intended for Aggie First Scholars, a USU program that recognizes and develops success for first-generation students, just like the Maroofs. |
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| Easing the Financial Burden: Young Alum Creates Scholarship for Math Student Teachers |
| Alum Brooks Ogborn ’21 was thankful for the financial help he received in college and decided he wanted to help other future teachers. In fall 2021, during his first few months of teaching, he worked with USU’s College of Science to create the Brooks Ogborn Student Teacher Rent Alleviation Program Scholarship. |
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For more stories about Creating Aggie Impact, visit:
https://www.usu.edu/advancement/stories/index. |
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| USU Introduces Inaugural Vice President for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion |
| Jane Irungu stepped into her role in July and will promote USU’s vision for a diverse, equitable and inclusive community. |
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| New Dean for the S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Natural Resources Announced |
| Linda Nagel joined USU in August and is looking forward to supporting experiential learning. |
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| Michelle Baker is College of Science's New Dean |
| After serving as interim dean for 18 months, Michelle Baker announced as dean in August. |
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| Jennifer Duncan Named Dean of Libraries |
| Using her self-described passion for libraries, Jennifer officially took over as dean in August. |
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| Leader Announced for USU Land, Water and Air Institute |
| Alum Brian Steed ’97, ’99 MA, was named as the first executive director for the Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water and Air. |
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Mary and Art Heers
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| Mary Heers ’86 |
| Heers was appointed by the Regents to the Advisory Board of the Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Services for a three-year term. |
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Lisa A. Grabl ’93 |
| Grabl was named a 2022 CXO of the Year honoree by Utah Business Magazine for developing the strategies behind company success in an ever-changing world. |
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| Kevin Perry ’99 |
| Perry, Head of Talent and Operations for Struck was named a 2022 HR Professional honoree by Utah Business Magazine for going above and beyond the call of duty to make the company a great place to work. |
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Beth L. Johnson ’02
McKenzie Rockwood ’08
Sage Hancock ’15 |
| Johnson, Managing Director, Credit Card Documents, Goldman Sachs; Rockwood, Registered Dietician and Founder, Citrus Pear; and Hancock, Executive Director, Elizabeth Smart Foundation and Director of Impact, Malouf Foundation, named “2022 30 Women to Watch” by Utah Business Magazine. |
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| Stan Albrecht (USU President ’05-’16) |
| Albrecht, USU’s 15th president, was named a member of the Utah Board of Higher Education. Albrecht became dean of the College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences at USU in 1998, provost in 2001 and president in 2005. |
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| Robert Turbin ’12 |
| The former Utah State running back, who later played eight seasons in the NFL, will be a college football game analyst for CBS Sports Network this fall. |
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| Justin Bean ’21 |
| Bean signed on as an undrafted free agent with the Los Angeles Clippers. During his time at USU Bean was named an Academic All-American and honored as Academic All-Mountain West in 2019, 2020 and 2021. |
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| Aggie Network |
| The Aggie Network allows alumni to network with fellow Aggies as well as connect with and mentor students currently attending USU. Sign up for free today! |
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| October 6: Homecoming Tailgate with Alumni Sponsor Intercap Lending |
| Enjoy an evening with food trucks, games, swag, giveaways & more! |
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| October 7: True Aggie Night for Early Bulls |
| Want to become a True Aggie or relive your first kiss on the Block A at Old Main but can’t stay awake until midnight? For all our Aggie early Bulls who will be tucked in bed fast asleep by midnight, now is your chance to experience True Aggie Night just a little early from 10-11:30 p.m.! |
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| November 4: Create Your Aggie Impact Premiere Blue Carpet Event |
| Mark your calendar for the beginning of the next chapter in Utah State’s grand history. Witness incredible stories of student impact, experience the spirit of innovation, and celebrate with us as we look to the future of Utah State. An evening of inspiration awaits. |
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| November 12: Aggie Fan Travel to Hawaii |
| Join the Alumni Association for the USU vs Hawaii football game on November 12 with a Football Fan Package. Build your own package, extend your trip up to nine days and visit additional islands with exclusive Aggie Fan Travel deals. |
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2022 All-Aggie Away
Football Tailgates
Join pre-game parties at away football games including Colorado, Wyoming and Hawaii.
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Now-November 19:
Paint the Town Blue
USU invites all Cache Valley businesses to decorate their storefronts and windows with their most creative displays of Aggie Pride and even win prizes through November 19. To participate, submit a picture of your business decked out in Aggie Pride via true.blue@usu.edu. Images submitted will be posted on our social channels and voted on by our followers before each home football game. Register your business today!
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| Goldenwest Insurance |
| As an Aggie, you are eligible to receive exclusive discounts on all your insurance needs, including home and auto, from Goldenwest Insurance Services. Get your free rate quote today. |
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