
Utah State University’s 2025 Homecoming is just around the corner — October 13–18 — and it’s shaping up to be a week packed with Aggie pride, tradition, and celebration.
Cameron Walker Named USU Athletics Director
Bringing extensive administrative experience to Utah State, Cameron has held key roles at the University of Tennessee, University of Central Florida (UCF) and Utah Valley University.
USU Establishes Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Deanship
Utah State University has created the Janet Q. Lawson Endowed Deanship in its newly merged S.J. and Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources, uniting two historic colleges to enhance collaboration, academic strength, and statewide im...
USU Libraries Launches Oral History Project to Preserve Memories of Iconic Bull Mascot GUS
The University Archives is inviting alumni and community members to share their memories through oral histories and contribute materials that help tell the complete story of this unique chapter in Utah State University history.
USU Foundation Announces New Chair, Vice Chair, Members for 2025-26 Fiscal Year
Sylvia Jones, a marketing relationship manager with Wells Fargo in Macon, Georgia, was named chair of the Foundation Board. Kent Bracken, an information technology project management consultant in Evanston, Illinois, was named vice chair.
Visiting the Logan Campus this Fall?
Whether you’re exploring campus with a future student or reminiscing about your time here, the USU Alumni Association would love to welcome you home.
Out-of-State Aggies: Join us for an Open House
Know an aspiring Aggie? Want to come and share your USU experiences? Visit us as we take the USU Open House on the road.
No 'Impending Eruption' At Yellowstone Super Volcano, Aggie Alum Finds
Beginning in 2020, Jamie Farrell ’01 and a team of researchers began using tomography to create high-resolution images of Yellowstone’s subsurface, an ongoing effort that has so far revealed a stable magma system with no immediate eruption risk.
Sandwiches, Sculptures, and Soul-Searching: Meet the Guy Making Logan Feel SuprOrdinary
A viral YouTube video highlighting a beloved Logan sandwich shop is doing more than drawing clicks — it’s launching a new kind of creative storytelling venture for graphic designer, Logan resident and USU alum Devin Mathews ’18.
A Wilderness Reborn in Mozambique
Today, Gorongosa is worthy of its old reputation as “Africa’s Eden” once more. Gorongosa’s rebirth has been driven by Greg Carr ’82, an American philanthropist who signed a 20-year co-management agreement with Mozambique’s government in 2008. Since then, ...
How One USU Alum Found New Life as A Farmer, Born of Hope and Grit
Against the odds, Utah farmer Jacie Fasselin ’11, ’17 MNR, is running cattle in part of an eastern swath of Utah in the Upper Colorado River Basin, while teaching her young sons and students to love the land.
USU Collaborates with Alumnus, Local Charity to Create Housing for Student Veterans
Providence-based organization USA Project Valor is teaming up with entrepreneur Nathan Ruben ’15 MS, and Utah State University’s Veterans Resource Office to create a dedicated student-veteran housing complex in Hyde Park.
One Utah Father’s Love for his Daughter Helps Thousands with Barriers get into the Great Outdoors
LJ Wilde ’16 MS is the founder and “Principal Sherpa” of Huckleberry Hiking in Logan. In his journey to get outside, he faced an uphill battle when his daughter Luci was diagnosed with a rare genetic disorder.
Nominate an Aggie
Do you know an outstanding alum or friend of Utah State? Help us recognize and honor their achievements by nominating them for a 2026-27 Utah State University award. Awardees will be recognized during the Founders Day & Old Main Society Celebration (March...
Language, Learning, and the Power of Giving: Cheryl Riniker’s Planned Gift to USU
Through a planned gift to the Carl T. Degener Memorial Scholarship Endowment in the Department of World Languages and Culture, Riniker is ensuring that future Aggies can pursue the same kind of transformative experience.
The Art of Teaching: USU Alum Billie Sessions Uplifts Future Educators
Through the creation of an endowment in the College of Arts & Sciences and a major gift to the university’s Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art (NEHMA), Billie Sessions is ensuring that future generations of artists and educators have the same transformati...
Alan and Jeanne Hall Fund Choral Music Endowment Honoring Craig Jessop at USU
When the endowment is fully funded, it will secure the future of choral music at USU and ensure that the next generation of choral conductors and musicians can thrive.
Proud Partners in Utah’s Future: Chevron and USU’s Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water & Air
For nearly four decades, Chevron has been a steadfast supporter of Utah State University —investing in research, education, innovation and the wellbeing of communities throughout the state.
A Path Beyond the Playground: Wesley and Lorinda Mortensen’s Gift for Outdoor Learning at Edith Bowen
When Wesley and Lorinda Mortensen considered how they might give back to Utah State University, the place where their story began and where their children’s stories are still unfolding, the answer came as naturally as a walk through Logan Canyon: they wou...
Give the Gift of Education with an A-Plate
100% of A-Plate fees go to student scholarships. If you’re an out-of-state resident, you can make a donation of $45 or more to scholarships and get an Aggie license plate frame. A-Plates have already raised more than $2.8 million for scholarships.
Utah State Athletics Celebrates Move to Pac-12 Conference at 'Reach and Rise' Campaign Event
Utah State University is entering a bold new era as it prepares to join the Pac-12 Conference, a milestone celebrated during the “Reach and Rise” campaign event hosted by USU Advancement and Athletics at the end of June.
Become an Alumni Mentor
Whether you’re near or far, share your journey, expertise, and experiences with the next generation of Aggies.
USU Professor Fights Student Hunger with Major Gift
A Utah State University professor has made a significant donation to the Logan campus food pantry, and now he is inviting others in the Aggie community to join him to make an even bigger impact.
Scholarship from Professor and Wife Making All the Difference for USU Southwest Student
Whitney McKay is the first recipient of the H. Craig ’68 and Maradee S. ’69 Petersen Scholarship, established to support solo caregivers in building a better life through education.
6 Tax-Saving Solutions for Year End
With planning, you can trim your tax bill and avoid paying too much. Check out six things you can do to make your money work harder for you.
A Lifetime of Engineering: Honoring the Lives and Legacies of Richard and Moonyeen Anderson
Richard Anderson, a College of Engineering alum and longtime supporter of Utah State University, died Aug. 25 at his home in Wellsville, Utah. He was 88.
Kate Peterson ’25
Peterson, USU Student Media alum, won a Rocky Mountain Student Emmy for a short film documenting a chapter of Native American art history in Northern Utah.
Christian Olsen ’14
Olsen assumed command of a Block V Virginia-class submarine at a ceremony in Groton, Connecticut.
Lee D. Sorenson ’24
Fallen Tremonton Officers, Sgt. Sorenson, and Ofc. Lee Estrada, were honored at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and on the U.S. Senate floor in Washington, D.C.
Trevor Allen ’22
Allen, a lifelong lover of film, launched the Orem Film Festival as a creative way to spotlight local talent — turning a personal passion into a vibrant community event.
Bryson Behm ’21
The Olene S. Walker Institute of Politics & Public Service awarded Cache County Clerk Behm its VOTE Certification.
Sam Merrill ’20
Former Utah State basketball star Sam Merrill made NBA history by signing a four-year, $38 million deal with the Cleveland Cavaliers in June.
Julie Caldwell ’19 MHR
Caldwell, EVP of Human Resources for Jacobsen Construction, was honored as an HR Achievement recipient by Utah Business.
Adam Stewart ’14
Stewart was appointed Director of Federal Affairs.
Alise King ’19
King, Producer and Studio Director at Cutthroat Grip, Lighting & Stage, was named one of 30 Women to Watch by Utah Business.
Bree Gnehm ’13
Gnehm, VP of Human Resources, People & Culture at Mountain States Property Management, was honored as an HR Achievement recipient by Utah Business.
Eric Laub ’19
Laub, Co-CEO of Cache Valley Electric, was named to EC&M’s 30 Under 30 Electrical All Stars.
Mikaila Kelso ’18
Kelso, Community Director at Kiln, was honored with the Trailblazer Award by the Salt Lake Chamber.
Riley Crosbie ’15 MAcc
Crosbie, President of Adams Wealth Advisors, was selected for inclusion in Marquis Who's Who.
Andrea Decker ’13
Decker, a reference librarian at the American Folklife Center, is championing cultural heritage at the Library of Congress.
Ann Johnson ’14 MHR
Johnson, VP of People & Culture at Joyce University of Nursing and Health Sciences, was honored as an HR Achievement recipient by Utah Business.
Sean Mackay ’11, ’16 MHR
Mackay, Director of People Business Partners at Lucid Software, was honored as an HR Achievement Award recipient by Utah Business.
Jonathan Field ’07
Field, General Manager with weBoost for Wilson Creativity, was honored with an Executive Excellence Award from Utah Business.
Courtney Dursteler ’02
Dursteler, Chief People Officer at Crumbl, was honored as an HR Achievement Award recipient by Utah Business.
Justen Smith ’00
Smith, USU Executive Director of Extension, was honored with the Service to American/World Agriculture Award by the National Association of Agricultural Agents.
Amanda Montague’99
Montague, Division Director for State Agency Counsel in the Utah Attorney General’s Office, was appointed to Utah’s Third District Court.
Angela Balfour ’98
Balfour, Chief People Officer at SeekWell, was named one of 30 Women to Watch by Utah Business.
Scott Jackson ’97
Jackson, a managing shareholder with Allred Jackson PC, was honored with an Executive Excellence Award from Utah Business.
Brad Benson ’96, ’97 MIS
Benson was named President of Juniper Systems.
Jacey Skinner ’96
Skinner received the Christine M. Durham Woman Lawyer of the Year Award from Women Lawyers of Utah.
Dana Kirkham ’94
Kirkham, Senior Director of Regulatory and Strategic Initiatives for the Idaho Environmental Coalition, was appointed as a member of the College of Eastern Idaho Board of Trustees.
Thomas Redd ’94 MS
Redd was named Chief Executive Officer at NanoGraf.
Jeff Knight ’83 MS
Knight, Nevada’s State Entomologist, retireed after 40 years of service.
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Aggie Nights with the Utah Mammoth - Dec 12, 2025
The Utah Mammoth are excited to welcome all Utah State Aggies to attend the Utah Mammoth vs Seattle Kraken on Friday, Dec 12, 2025 at 7:00pm.
2025 All-Aggie Away Football Tailgates
The USU Alumni Association is bringing the Aggie Blue and Fighting White to every away game this season — and you're invited to the party. Join us before kickoff for good food, great company, and all the Aggie energy you can handle. Each tailgate includes...
Aggie Nights with the Utah Jazz - Jan 22, 2026
The Utah Jazz are excited to welcome all Utah State Aggies to attend the Jazz vs Spurs game on Thursday, Jan 22, 2026 at 7:00 PM. VIP early entry at 4:45 p.m. to watch the pregame warmups from the first few rows.
























































