Inspiring Aggies

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After 27 years leading Common Ground Outdoor Adventures, USU alumna Macfarlane ’97 is retiring. She has dedicated her career to helping people with disabilities experience the outdoors and plans to remain connected to the Logan nonprofit.
Sammie Macfarlane Retires After 27 Years at Common Ground

Sammie Macfarlane Retires After 27 Years at Common Ground

After 27 years leading Common Ground Outdoor Adventures, USU alumna Macfarlane ’97 is retiring. She has dedicated her career to helping people with disabilities experience the outdoors and plans to remain connected to the Logan nonprofit.

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Jennifer Maxfield ’96 and Destinee Andrews ’18, EMTs with Carbon County Ambulance, were named Employees of the Month for providing lifesaving care and exceptional compassion to a resident during a power outage.
Carbon County EMTs Honored for Lifesaving Care During Power Outage

Carbon County EMTs Honored for Lifesaving Care During Power Outage

Jennifer Maxfield ’96 and Destinee Andrews ’18, EMTs with Carbon County Ambulance, were named Employees of the Month for providing lifesaving care and exceptional compassion to a resident during a power outage.

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Recognized for leadership, community service, and advocacy, Miss Native American USU Tsosie ’25 AS was honored for supporting Indigenous students and cultures throughout Utah.
Cynthia Tsosie Receives Utah Changemaker Award

Cynthia Tsosie Receives Utah Changemaker Award

Recognized for leadership, community service, and advocacy, Miss Native American USU Tsosie ’25 AS was honored for supporting Indigenous students and cultures throughout Utah.

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Know an outstanding alum or friend of Utah State? Nominate them for a 2027-28 USU award. Honorees will be recognized at Homecoming (Fall 2027) and Founders Day (March 2028).
Nominate an Aggie

Nominate an Aggie

Know an outstanding alum or friend of Utah State? Nominate them for a 2027-28 USU award. Honorees will be recognized at Homecoming (Fall 2027) and Founders Day (March 2028).