Upcoming Events

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Beaver Mountain Shuttle

Recreation

We’re now offering a shuttle to Beaver Mountain for a day of resort skiing or riding. This is an ideal opportunity for those of you who already have a Beaver pass or interest in skiing/riding at Beaver, but have no way of getting to the mountain. This trip does not include a lift ticket to Beaver Mountain. Participants are required to obtain a lift ticket or season pass prior to this trip. Trip cost includes transportation and student leadership.

VITA Training - 1st session

Information/Orientation

Any student interested in learning how to prepare taxes and volunteering at the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance (VITA) clinics are invited to attend the VITA trainings (2 sessions). All majors welcome.

Engineering Extravaganza

Special Event

Engineering Extravaganza is a day of fun engineering activities from different engineering disciplines. The event is meant for any 6th-8th grade girl who is interested in learning more about STEM and what engineers do. Registration is free, and lunch will be provided.

Family First Saturday: History of Chocolate

Cultural

Discover the beginning of Chocolate and how people all over the world use it.

Museum of Geology Open

Exhibition

The first Saturday of each month the Museum of Geology will be open to the public. There is no cost to visit.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Special Event

The need for blood is constant, but only about 3% of age-eligible people donate blood yearly! Every two seconds, someone in the U.S. needs blood. Blood is essential to help patients survive surgeries, cancer treatment, chronic illnesses, and traumatic injuries. This lifesaving care starts with one person making a generous donation.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

AI in Education Workshop

Workshop/Training | Inclusive Excellence

In this hour-long workshop, participants will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education. The session will cover the potential of AI tools to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as the ethical considerations that come with their use. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, participants will gain practical insights into leveraging AI to personalize learning, improve student engagement, and streamline instructional practices while critically assessing its implications for academic integrity and equity.

Building Bridges: Leading as Women in Local Government

Panel Discussion/Presentation

For our seventh webinar in this series, Dr. Susan R. Madsen will moderate a discussion with Michelle Kaufusi, Mayor of Provo City, and Dawn Ramsey, Mayor of South Jordan City. This conversation will begin with a focus on why the panelists are passionate about leading in such dynamic and complex settings, along with what brings them joy in doing such work. As they share stories about their career paths, they will also discuss what elements they find most challenging and inspiring at the same time. Dr. Madsen will also ask them questions about the foundational skills and abilities they think are important, especially for women, in leading in public spaces like local government. This includes how they have built bridges with individuals from all walks of life and with organizations that may have competing interests. Next, mayors Kaufusi and Ramsey will discuss their passions around lifting and supporting other women, as well as sharing their thoughts on what needs to improved in Utah to ensure that more girls and women—and their families—thrive. Join this webinar to learn more about building bridges and having careers that connect all parts of life from career to community to family!

Free Nutrition Workshops

Workshop/Training

These mini nutrition workshops are 30 minutes long and are designed to give you the basic skills you need to improve your eating habits! Each workshop will feature a different topic so come and learn about all things nutrition! These classes are put on by USU Dietetics students. The 3pm topic is on optimal post-workout meals and 4pm is the power of breakfast with easy egg bites. Must register beforehand, spots are limited.

Geosciences Guest Speaker Series: Dr. Harold Tobin

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Harold Tobin (University of Washington) will give a presentation.

AI in Education Workshop

Workshop/Training | Inclusive Excellence

In this hour-long workshop, participants will explore how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming higher education. The session will cover the potential of AI tools to enhance teaching, learning, and assessment, as well as the ethical considerations that come with their use. Through real-world examples and interactive discussions, participants will gain practical insights into leveraging AI to personalize learning, improve student engagement, and streamline instructional practices while critically assessing its implications for academic integrity and equity.

MAE Research Seminar Series

Conference/Seminar

Turning Photons into Food
Dr. Bruce Bugbee
Full Professor at Utah State University
President of Apogee Instruments

Publishing Open Textbooks with Pressbooks

Workshop/Training

Pressbooks is an open e-book authoring and publishing platform available to USU teachers and students. It integrates with Canvas and allows teachers and students to discover, use, and adapt existing open educational content or author and publish new content. Learn how to use and create Pressbooks content for your course.

Huntsman Research Showcase 

Conference/Seminar

Join us on Monday, February 3 in Perry Pavilion for the Huntsman Research Showcase, where students from the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business will present their professional research accomplishments. Come support their work and enjoy WHIPS pretzel bites as we celebrate the innovative research being conducted within the Huntsman community!

February Food Fest: High Stakes Bingo

Student Activities

USU's Student Sustainability Club brings you February Food Fest 2025! Sustainability-minded events, film screenings, and food will occur throughout the month of February, so stay on the lookout. Join us for High Stakes Bingo in the TSC Lounges Monday, February 3rd. Keep up to date with other Student Sustainability Club events by following on Instagram (link below).

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

QCNR Mid-Morning Mingle

Social/Networking

Eat a free pastry, sip a free hot beverage, and get some face-to-face with your QCNR community. Please bring your own mug if possible!

The Community Table

Student Activities | Inclusive Excellence

We are excited to invite you to a special presentation by the CHASS Department on the Latin American Studies Minor program! This is a great opportunity to learn more about how you can enrich your academic journey by supplementing your degree with valuable cultural and regional expertise focused on Latin America.

Scholarship Night - Roosevelt Campus

Student Activities

Get personalized help completing the 2025-2026 scholarship application while enjoying FREE Aggie ice cream. Please make sure you apply and are admitted to USU before attendting this event. If you haven't already, apply now at applynow.usu.edu

Bellwether Real Estate Case Competition

Conference/Seminar

Bellwether Asset Management is hosting a commercial real estate debt case competition at the Huntsman School of Business on February 4th. Teams will be engaged to underwrite and present their conclusions on a potential loan origination. The winning team from each area universities will be invited to the final round, where they will present on a second case prompt focused on debt asset management and portfolio structure to industry leaders at Bellwether’s Salt Lake City Office. Competitors will gain insight into real estate debt, and winners will receive a cash prize. Contact Ryan Whitby at ryan.whitby@usu.edu to register to compete.

SWE General Meeting

Meeting

Come join us for the biweekly SWE meeting. We focus on making connections with other engineering students and preparing for success in our future careers.

USU Ham Radio Meeting

Meeting | Inclusive Excellence

USU Ham Radio Group meeting. Plan radio, talk radio, tour radio, rejoice in radio and related subjects. Energize a pig.

Utah Wildlife Society State Chapter President presentation

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Please join us for a presentation from the president of the Utah chapter of the Wildlife Society! She will be coming to present on what the Wildlife Society state conference is, when the conference is, how it benefits students, grant opportunities, as well as a few slides on upcoming seasonal jobs. Pizza will be provided!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Women and Policy, Strategy, Politics, and Change

Panel Discussion/Presentation

For this webinar, Dr. Susan R. Madsen will interview Maura Carabello, President and Owner of The Exoro Group, on her thoughts about the role of women in politics, policy, strategy, communication, problem-solving, and change work in today’s world. As a decades long advisor and strategist to Utah’s top elected officials, nonprofit change agents, and business leaders, Maura will share her passion about doing this work and why it is critical for more women to do powerful work in this space. She will also discuss the benefits and challenges of being at the center of complex policy discussions and even highly controversial projects. As someone who gravitates to critical infrastructure, policy, and the hard work of change, Maura will share her insights on the crucial work needed in this space for Utah. Finally, Maura will respond to questions about her own leadership development journey and what she hopes for Utah moving forward. Come, listen, and learn from this important conversation!

National African American Read-In

Lecture/Readings | Inclusive Excellence

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is hosting an African American Read-In during the month of February. The African American Read-In is a national effort promoted by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Dr. Adena Rivera-Dundas and Cree Taylor are coordinating the Read-In here at USU. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join in reading Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin. Dr. Rivera-Dundas is organizing both a reading schedule and a series of four Reading Group meetings throughout February to delve into discussions about the text.

Candidate Presentation: ENVS Moab Faculty Candidate #4

Panel Discussion/Presentation

ENVS Moab Faculty Candidate #4 Presentation w Q&A

Scholarship Night - Vernal Campus

Student Activities

Get personalized help completing the 2025-2026 scholarship application while enjoying FREE Aggie ice cream. Please make sure you apply and are admitted to USU before attendting this event. If you haven't already, apply now at applynow.usu.edu

Engineering 360° | Own Your Future: Career Growth Strategies for Engineers with Mike Virdone

Conference/Seminar

Join Mike Virdone as he shares valuable insights on how engineers across all disciplines can take charge of their career progression and own their futures—from entry-level roles to advanced positions.

Mike is an accomplished engineering leader with a passion for fostering career growth and development.  His diverse career spans roles as an individual contributor, technology research & developer, systems engineer, program/product manager and team lead. Some key highlights of his career include expertise in FPGA and electronic design, RADAR and communications signal processing, spacecraft system development, and mission design.

His unique perspective will empower you to confidently navigate your engineering career!

February Food & Film Fest: The Impact of What You Throw Away

Student Activities

February Food & Film Fest is an annual event focusing on reducing waste and hunger. Join us in for a short film, a clothing swap with True Blue Reuse & Repair, and soup; organized in partnership with USUSA's annual Sweater Swap.* Remember to help reduce waste and bring your bowls and utensils! *Event is free, but ticket is required for USUSA's Sweater Swap. No ticket needed for clothing swap or short film.

IEEE Officer Meeting

Meeting

Interested in leadership? Want to meet like-minded students and make new friends?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is looking for new officers to help plan activities and conferences and reach out to students. Everyone and anyone is welcome!

Family Night at Aggie Ice Cream

Recreation

On all Wednesdays in February from 5pm-9pm
Buy a single scoop, get a mini scoop for FREE at Aggie Ice Cream!

Presentation on Transportation Affordability | USU Moves

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Matt Palm is an Assistant Professor of Planning at UNC Chapel Hill. He'll be speaking on Transportation Affordability in the United States.

Faculty Saxophone Recital

Arts/Entertainment

Join Dr. Andrew Stonerock for an evening of both classical and jazz saxophone music. The recital will feature a classical section with pianist Mayumi Matzen, showcasing works by composers Paul Bonneau, Fernande Decruck, and Jules Demersseman. Following that, the program transitions to an exciting jazz portion, where Dr. Stonerock will be joined by Corey Christiansen (guitar), Braun Khan (bass), and Jason Nicholson (drums). The jazz repertoire includes compositions by Billy Strayhorn, Kenny Garrett, The Beatles, along with original works by the ensemble.

This dynamic performance offers a rich blend of musical styles, and is sure to be a memorable evening of artistry and virtuosity.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

USU and You: Jeremy Raymond

Arts/Entertainment

Tune in to USU and You this week as we chat with Jeremy Raymond from the Uintah Fire and Suppression Special Service District.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Mini Makers Toddler Art Exploration Program

Arts/Entertainment

Mini Makers: Toddler Art Exploration is designed for toddlers ages 2-5 to experience art through singing, playing, moving, and making. Join us at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art from 10:00-10:45 AM or 11:00-11:45 AM. The program is $5/child and prior registration is required.

Mini Makers

Arts/Entertainment

Join us at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art as we expand our Mini Makers class, a toddler art exploration experience. Caregivers and toddlers ages 2-5 experience art through singing, playing, moving, and making. The program is $5/child and prior registration is required

Inclusive Teaching Workshop

Workshop/Training | Inclusive Excellence

This hour-long workshop focuses on fostering inclusive teaching strategies in face-to-face classroom settings. Participants will explore practical methods for creating an equitable classroom environment that respects and supports students and their learning preferences. Through discussions and activities, attendees will learn to design syllabi, facilitate discussions, and implement assessments that promote belonging and participation for all students.

FREE LUNCH- Soup Bread Bowls with Guest Presenter

Breakfast/Luncheon/Dinner

Free Soup Bread Bowls lunch for the first 40 VRO Students with a guest presenter.

Analytic Solution Center Innovation Lab

Student Activities

Explore exciting topics beyond the classroom and expand your knowledge and skills in data analytics and information systems. Everyone is welcome!

ENVS Community Lunch

Social/Networking

ENVS Community Lunch

Aetna Webinar – Time for You: Don’t Be Part of the No-Vacation Nation

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. Too many people don’t make time or take time for themselves. Join this webinar to learn why vacations are not just important, but critical for your: • Physical well-being • Creativity, coping and mental health • Overall ability to be and do your best

Data Science Workshops with the Ecology Center

Workshop/Training

This is a free skill sharing program though the Ecology Center that lets grad students learn immediately applicable techniques from their peers. All students from all departments are welcome! Tell your friends! This semester, we are pleased to offer 5 new workshops in addition to our most popular classics. Please review the schedule below and sign up for the workshops that you would like to attend via the event URL.

Jan 16 - Data management with data.table - Michael Stemkovski
Jan 23 - Iteration with loops/apply - Dani Berger
Jan 30 - Writing custom functions - Michael Stemkovski
Feb 6 - Script organization with Rmarkdown - Annie Schiffer *
Feb 13 - Visualizations with ggplot - Soren Struckman
Feb 20 - Working with words using regex & stringr - Michael Stemkovski *
Feb 27 - Wrangling spatial data - Dani Berger
Mar 6 - Plotting maps - Maria Stahl
Mar 20 - Demystifying R model formulas - Michael Stemkovski
Mar 27 - Generalized linear mixed models - Kelvyn Bladen *
Apr 3 - Bayesian models with RStan/BRMS (NR 202) - Annie Schiffer *
Apr 10 - Machine learning methods - Kelvyn Bladen
Apr 17 - Working with databases using SQL - Soren Struckman *
* brand new workshop

Tanner Women's Panel

Social/Networking

Come learn from the female professionals at Tanner about how to navigate your career in a male dominated environment. You will be able to ask questions and network with these impressive ladies. Email recruiting@tannerco.com for more information.

Cross Country Ski Trip

Recreation

Let's go cross-country skiing! Come spend a few hours gliding on snow up Logan Canyon. We will explore one of the many cross country ski friendly areas in our big campus backyard. Trip cost includes cross country equipment rental, transportation and student leadership.

Colorado River Studies Endowed Chair Candidate Presentation: Richard Rushforth

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join candidate Richard Rushforth for a presentation titled "Beyond the Basin: Shaping the Future of the Colorado River Watershed." Join us in person or via the Zoom link below.

Inclusive Teaching Workshop

Workshop/Training | Inclusive Excellence

This hour-long workshop focuses on fostering inclusive teaching strategies in face-to-face classroom settings. Participants will explore practical methods for creating an equitable classroom environment that respects and supports students and their learning preferences. Through discussions and activities, attendees will learn to design syllabi, facilitate discussions, and implement assessments that promote belonging and participation for all students.

Communitas Lecture Series: Renee Cox

Arts/Entertainment

Renee Cox is a renowned Jamaican-American artist, photographer, and activist whose work challenges societal norms surrounding race, gender, and identity. Born in 1960 in Colgate, Jamaica, and raised in New York, Cox is known for using her art as a platform to address issues of oppression, the representation of Black bodies, and the intersections of race and feminism.

The Communitas Lecture Series is a set of visiting artists, scholars, and design series. This series is free and open to the public!

Women's & Men's Basketball against SLCC

Sports

Women's & Men's Basketball against SLCC

Engineering 360° Maker Space Workshop: Introduction to Welding

Workshop/Training

Have you ever wanted to learn how to weld? Come join our Intro to Welding workshop! This workshop is designed to introduce you to the basics of MIG welding! This workshop will cover the following: - Welding safety -Basic welder components and consumables -Best welding practices Sign up for the time slot that works best for you! Spots must be reserved at least 24 hours in advance and the blue permit quiz must be completed online before attending. (https://engineering.usu.edu/students/metal-factory/)

Creators Needed! - GAS Club Outreach Team Information Session

Information/Orientation

The GAS Student Satellite club is looking for people to help with outreach! You do not need to have satellite-specific experience. We are looking for graphic designers, social media creators, and teachers to help spread the word about our club.

Currently, the GAS Team is particularly looking for individuals who have interest or experience in the following areas:

- Graphic design (design apparel and promotional materials)
- Video production (create videos for use in outreach/promotional material)
- Business development (secure funding and maintain a strong relationship with industry sponsors and university connections)
- Outreach (assist with the Bring Utah Students to Space program, educating K-12 students and putting their names on the satellite)

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Large Group

Student Activities

We are a group of Christians on campus from all different backgrounds. We come together every Thursday to explore our faith, enjoy community, and have tons of fun together. Everyone is welcome!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Five-Slide Friday

Workshop/Training

Five-Slide Friday is an informal get together over lunch on (some) Fridays where faculty and students from the Department of Data Analytics and Information Systems can present about their education, field of study, work experience, academic research, ASC project, new favorite data tool, etc. and answer questions. The objective is to help ease the friction that naturally occurs in interdisciplinary settings while helping both faculty and students learn and retool. Bring your lunch and, if you're presenting, remember that you can't prepare more than five slides!

Workshop: Using Artificial Intelligence in Social Science Research

Workshop/Training

Learn from sociology PhD Student Zubair Barkat about some options for incoporationg AI into your social science research. Bring a laptop to practice applying what you learn!

Lunch provided, please RSVP

Hosted by the Community & Natural Resources Institute and sponsored by Smart Foodscapes.

CHaSS Presents Young Alumni in Communications

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join CHaSS for an interactive panel discussion with recent graduates who utilized their Communications degrees to navigate the job market and land careers in STEM fields. Free lunch will be provided. The event takes place at 12:30p on February 7th, in Library 101.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Basics and Opportunities

Workshop/Training

In this workshop, we discuss the basics of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, MS Copilot, Dall-E, etc., as they pertain to higher education. Specifically, we'll seek to address how they work and ways teachers can choose to approach them in their classes. We'll discuss syllabus language, AI detection tools, and ways to encourage students to think critically, use AI responsibly, and demonstrate their own capabilities. We'll also share some ideas and examples of AI as a teaching tool.

Design Build Fly Weekly Meeting

Meeting

Help us design, build, and fly an R/C aircraft in an international competition! General meetings are held every Friday from 3 to 4.

LAEP Speaker Series: Simon Bussiere, How to Frame Your Dragon: A Concept in Five Parts

Lecture/Readings

About the Lecture Ok designers: How do you CONCEPT? Like us, every project is unique. Every site, situation, and problem-field can bewilder and delight. Yet you need to begin, somehow. The blank page can be scary, while too much data can paralyze. [AHHHH!, it's a Dragon!] ------------- In light of the danger ahead, what then are the first critical steps you should take to bring your new ideas out of obscurity? While you take initial action and gain momentum, how do you communicate a systematic process persuasively enough to get others on board? How do you give a voice to the quiet wisdom of your personal values and professional principles? How do you connect people and add social, cultural, and ecological value? Therein lies the path to potential "success" in my experience. The ability to see and describe key information despite [and through] the inherent complexity of contemporary landscape architectural practice is a learned skill. This talk will explore those early moments of conceptual struggle and move us together toward a set of useful tools and possible approaches required to frame design opportunities. You'll be riding your dragons in no time.

Women in Finance Alumni Night

Social/Networking

Join Women in Finance on Friday, February 7th, at 5:00 PM in Perry Pavilion for an inspiring evening of networking and connection. Meet and learn from accomplished women who are leading the way in finance careers. This event is open to all students, and food will be provided. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow your network and gain valuable insights! Register to attend.

Beating the Blues

Social/Networking

Join Aggie First Scholars for Beating the Blues, a fun and relaxing event designed to lift your spirits during the winter season! Taking place on January 31, 2025, at the USU Library second floor(New Book Reading Lounge) from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM, this gathering offers a perfect opportunity to unwind and connect with friends. Enjoy snacks, games, a movie, and friendship bracelet-making as you shake off the winter blues. Don’t forget to bring a friend for an evening of fun and community!

2025 Marriage Celebration

Conference/Seminar

This virtual Marriage Celebration brings together experts from across the nation to share insights on topics like sharing responsibilities, rebuilding trust, and creating deeper connections in your marriage. Whether you’re looking to refresh your relationship or gain new tools to navigate challenges, this event is for you. What you’ll get: - 6 live-recorded workshops and a keynote. Learn from experts in Utah and beyond during engaging, 50-minute workshops. - Over 10 on-demand classes. Access pre-recorded classes at your convenience, giving you flexibility to learn anytime. - Unlimited access to our video library. Enjoy over 20 workshops and classes from previous Marriage Celebrations, available through April 2025.

Night at NEHMA

Arts/Entertainment

Celebrate love with a date night at NEHMA! Bring a date, a friend, or enjoy a solo evening at the museum with a scavenger hunt and free refreshments.

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Arts/Entertainment

Take in the stunning natural beauty and explore the globe in another collection of the world’s greatest mountain and adventure films from the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, coming to the Ellen Eccles Theatre here in Logan, on February 7th and 8th at 7pm.

Ticket prices are discounted for USU students and will be available on cachearts.org.

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Arts/Entertainment

Take in the stunning natural beauty and explore the globe in another collection of the world’s greatest mountain and adventure films from the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, coming to the Ellen Eccles Theatre here in Logan, on February 7th and 8th at 7pm. Ticket prices are discounted for USU students and will be available on cachearts.org.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Beaver Mountain Shuttle

Recreation

We’re now offering a shuttle to Beaver Mountain for a day of resort skiing or riding. This is an ideal opportunity for those of you who already have a Beaver pass or interest in skiing/riding at Beaver, but have no way of getting to the mountain. This trip does not include a lift ticket to Beaver Mountain. Participants are required to obtain a lift ticket or season pass prior to this trip. Trip cost includes transportation and student leadership.

Intramural Spikeball Tournament

Recreation

Escape the cold and join us for our indoor Intramural spikeball tournament on Saturday, February 8th. Create your team in the Fusion Play app, registration opens Jan. 27 and closes Feb. 5. Free with an IM membership or just $15 for a single sports pass.  Undergrad students, grad students, and faculty/staff with an ARC membership are able to create teams and compete!

Volunteer with Athletics United Running Sessions

Recreation

Volunteer with Athletics United running sessions at the Fieldhouse. Currently, the majority of club participants are 5-14 years-old and hail primarily from the United States, Eritrea, and Somalia; however, the club has seen children from Burma, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone. On any given week, 15-25 kids show up for fun and instruction. Sign up as a volunteer through the link provided. No background check is necessary unless volunteers will be driving Athletics United participants.

Student Book Club

Social/Networking

Are you a book worm? Do you want to connect with other book worms? Join us for our next Student Book Club at the Merrill-Cazier Library! This will be a great chance to relax, make friends, and engage in meaningful conversation! We'll be discussing the New York Times Bestseller "This Is How You Lose the Time War" by Amal El-Mohtar and Max Gladstone.

Women's & Men's Basketball against CNCC

Sports

Women's & Men's Basketball against CNCC

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Banff Mountain Film Festival

Arts/Entertainment

Take in the stunning natural beauty and explore the globe in another collection of the world’s greatest mountain and adventure films from the Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival, coming to the Ellen Eccles Theatre here in Logan, on February 7th and 8th at 7pm. Ticket prices are discounted for USU students and will be available on cachearts.org.

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

American Festival Chorus & Orchestra Encore! The Music of Broadway and Hollywood

Arts/Entertainment

Revel in the melodies of classic tunes and tap along to show-stopping favorites as GENTRI’s Casey Elliott returns to join AFCO in an encore performance of music from the American Songbook. From George Gershwin, Irving Berlin and Rodgers & Hammerstein to the music of today, we know these hits will leave audiences feeling charmed and inspired.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Intro Backcountry Ski Tour

Recreation

Come grab some backcountry turns with us! We will venture into the Bear River backcountry to seek out snow that you can't get to on a ski lift. Learn some of the basics of backcountry travel and safety. No backcountry experience is required but you must be comfortable riding double blue to black diamond resort terrain. Participants must be prepared for strenuous hiking. Backcountry touring skis or splitboard with skins are required and available to rent for an additional $10+tax for trip participants. NO SNOWSHOES. Trip cost includes transportation, avalanche beacon, shovel, probe and student leadership.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Basics and Opportunities

Workshop/Training

In this workshop, we discuss the basics of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, MS Copilot, Dall-E, etc., as they pertain to higher education. Specifically, we'll seek to address how they work and ways teachers can choose to approach them in their classes. We'll discuss syllabus language, AI detection tools, and ways to encourage students to think critically, use AI responsibly, and demonstrate their own capabilities. We'll also share some ideas and examples of AI as a teaching tool.

A Fireside Chat with Gail Miller: Making a Difference

Panel Discussion/Presentation

This webinar focuses on one woman leader who has made a difference in Utah and beyond for decades. Dr. Susan R. Madsen will interview Gail Miller, co-founder and owner of the Larry H. Miller Company and chair of the Larry H. & Gail Miller Family Foundation. Considered a female pioneer in the business world, Gail credits her mother for teaching her what courage is, a lesson she would lean on after Larry’s death in 2009. Gail became the leader of more than 80 companies, the family foundation, and even had the final say on who played on the Utah Jazz. Her courage, vision, and commitment to making a difference have amplified the Larry H. Miller Company’s legacy of business leadership, community building, and philanthropic giving throughout the state. Gail will share inspiring lessons she has learned from her unexpected journey. She will also share why she believes women have more opportunities than ever before to excel in business. Finally, Gail will share her thoughts on what it means to “live your life on purpose,” and how being intentional with resources, talents, and passion can be a catalyst for making a difference in the lives of others, and especially in your own.

Love Data Week Watch Party | Making Your Data Sing: Data Sonification for Beginners

Workshop/Training

Data sonification is a form of data representation that uses sounds varying in pitch, volume, or length to illustrate a dataset. Like data visualization it allows us to quickly interpret what the data is telling us. Data sonification also adds another layer of accessibility to data visualization. This workshop will introduce participants to data sonification, discuss best practices, and introduce them to data sonification tools. Presented by McGill University.

Colorado River Studies Endowed Chair Candidate Presentation: Gina Gilson

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join candidate Gina Gilson for a presentation titled "Water Insecurity in the Colorado River Basin: How USU Can Move the Needle from Crisis to Collaboration." Join us in person or via the Zoom link below.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Basics and Opportunities

Workshop/Training

In this workshop, we discuss the basics of generative AI tools, such as ChatGPT, MS Copilot, Dall-E, etc., as they pertain to higher education. Specifically, we'll seek to address how they work and ways teachers can choose to approach them in their classes. We'll discuss syllabus language, AI detection tools, and ways to encourage students to think critically, use AI responsibly, and demonstrate their own capabilities. We'll also share some ideas and examples of AI as a teaching tool.

Aria Competition

Arts/Entertainment

Join us for the Aria Competition, an exciting showcase of talented undergraduate classical singers. Participating voice majors will be competing for a $500 tuition discount, performing in front of a panel of expert judges, including renowned baritone Andrew Garland. This is a unique opportunity to hear incredible live performances and support emerging talent. Mark your calendar for a memorable evening of music and skill.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Brex Info Table

Information/Orientation

Brex empowers employees worldwide to provide innovative financial solutions for modern businesses. We are hiring for our Sales Development and Customer Support teams. Stop by our table to learn more!

Front & Center Webinar: Updates from Center for Academic Belonging & Learning Excellence

Workshop/Training

The Center for Academic Belonging and Learning Excellence provides a growing number of programming and resources to help students take responsibility for their own learning and success. Beginning Spring 2025, this Center is now located inside the Library. Heidi Kesler will give updates on their new space, ABLE work, and help you understand how you can best broker students to these important resources.

Spring Community Volunteer Fair

Special Event

Come visit booths hosted by local nonprofits, and learn how you can make an impact in the community by volunteering! Faculty interested in community-based projects are also encouraged to attend and network with our community partner organizations. Free chili and bread, and live music by Nate Jeffries. Nonprofit organizations include: United Way of Northern Utah, CAPSA, Meals on Wheels, Public & School Partnership, Camp Hope, Stokes Nature Center, and the Flores Family Community Garden.

ASEE Student Chapter Meeting

Student Activities

Join the USU student chapter of ASEE for our bi-weekly meetings! We focus on advancing innovation, excellence, and access to engineering education at all levels. Activities include K12 outreach, brain breaks, student training/seminars, and other initiatives to build a strong community in engineering education.

The Community Table

Workshop/Training

Ready to make your resume stand out? Join us for an interactive workshop where you'll learn valuable tricks and tips to craft a resume that gets noticed! Present by the Association of Latino Professionals For America (ALPFA)

Brex Info Luncheon

Information/Orientation

Brex empowers employees worldwide to provide innovative financial solutions for modern businesses. We are hiring for our Sales Development and Customer Support teams. As a Sales Development, you will help businesses understand the value of Brex as a financial services solution and have the opportunity to help create processes and build pipelines for $1 million deals. As a Support Specialist, your goal is to make our customers happy while collaborating with Sales, Product, and Engineering teams. Join us for lunch to learn more! Register to attend.

Aetna Webinar – Your Body Language Speaks Volumes

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. Communication is important. But are you missing an important part of it? Join us to learn about body language and its significance. We’ll discuss: • The power of non-verbal communication • How it can help you better understand yourself and others • Ways to use body language to express feelings and intentions

Koch Industries Info Session

Information/Orientation

Join us for an exciting interactive seminar with Koch Inc.! Get to know who we are, explore exciting internship opportunities, and learn about our Koch Scholars program and scholarship. Discover what a career at Koch looks like and gain firsthand insights from our team members. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect, ask questions, and see how you can be part of our innovative and principle-driven journey! Register to attend.

USU Ham Radio Meeting

Meeting | Inclusive Excellence

USU Ham Radio Group meeting. Plan radio, talk radio, tour radio, rejoice in radio and related subjects. Energize a pig.

Grad School Application Documents Workshop

Workshop/Training

Join the Career Design Center and School of Graduate Studies for a workshop on Grad School applications. Learn how to make your documents stick out to schools you are applying to. Documents to be talked about will include resume, CV, and statement of purpose. See you there!

Uintah Basin Speaker Series: Clair Canfield

Special Event

Join us for February's Speaker Series featuring Clair Canfield. Clair will be presenting on Conflict Transformation. Join us in-person or live on Aggie Cast at https://statewide.usu.edu/uintahbasin/speaker-series/

Visiting Artist Recital: Andrew Garland, Baritone Jeremy Reger, Pianist

Arts/Entertainment

Featuring works of Steven Mark Kohn, Kurt Erickson, Paul Phillips, Matt Boehler, Todd Boss, Celius Daugherty, and David Conte.

Baritone Andrew Garland is celebrated for his "baritone of strength and vocal opulence" and "cosmic energy and suavity" (Opera News). A leader in recital performance, he has appeared at Carnegie Hall, the Ravinia Festival, and with renowned organizations such as the Boston Symphony Orchestra, Atlanta Symphony, and Handel and Haydn Society. Known for his passionate advocacy of modern American song, Garland frequently collaborates with prominent composers and pianists, bringing a highly communicative style to both recital and concert stages.

An accomplished performer, Garland has premiered operatic roles with companies like Minnesota Opera and Opera Colorado, and his solo recordings, including El Rebelde and American Portraits, have garnered critical acclaim. Currently on the voice faculty at the University of Colorado Boulder, he is also dedicated to education and outreach, mentoring emerging artists and supporting community initiatives like the Pan Massachusetts Challenge.

Free and open to the public!

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Love Data Week Watch Party | Whose (Training) Data Is It Anyway? Ethics in Data Use for AI Research

Workshop/Training

Artificial intelligence (AI) is built on data, and creates more every time it’s used. Whose Data Is It, Anyway? We invite researchers using and creating AI across disciplines, legal experts, and researchers whose data supports AI development to discuss the ownership of the data that underpins AI models used for research. The topics that will be covered include the implication of AI on patient privacy for health research, data ownership for AI-generated data, researchers’ responsibilities to develop AI models ethically, and guidelines and future directions for AI research. Presented by Johns Hopkins University.

Crossing the Divide: Making an Impact in Career and Community

Panel Discussion/Presentation

For our last webinar in this series, Dr. Susan R. Madsen will moderate a discussion with Jennifer Smith (Executive Vice President & Chief Information Officer, Zions Bancorporation) and Lavonya Mahate (Entrepreneur, Restauranteur, and Community Builder). This conversation will begin with a focus on the panelists’ career development and advancement journeys, and how they—and women more generally—must redefine their identities along the way. This panel discussion will also focus on a variety of topics that relate to foundational skills and abilities that advance women’s careers and the positive impact they can have in community work as well. This includes such topics as how to claim your achievements as women, build rather than leverage relationship, enlist allies from the start, and bring other women along in the process. Next, guests will share their passions and work in the community and the causes and efforts they are involved in that lift and support other women. This will include a discussion of how women can build bridges across communities and cultures. Join this webinar to learn about crossing the divide through making an impact in your career and community!

MPH Health Education & Promotion Virtual Open House

Information/Orientation

Join us for a virtual open house for the MPH Health Education & Promotion program. Learn about the program, how it could advance your career and improve your advocacy efforts, and get a chance to ask your questions.

National African American Read-In

Lecture/Readings | Inclusive Excellence

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is hosting an African American Read-In during the month of February. The African American Read-In is a national effort promoted by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Dr. Adena Rivera-Dundas and Cree Taylor are coordinating the Read-In here at USU. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join in reading Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin. Dr. Rivera-Dundas is organizing both a reading schedule and a series of four Reading Group meetings throughout February to delve into discussions about the text.

Love Data Week Workshop: Put the Sharing In Your Data Management and Sharing Plan

Workshop/Training

This is the year! All Federal agencies that distribute significant research grant funding have until the end of 2025 to issue new policies requiring the public sharing of research data. Many have already done so, creating a confusing patchwork of rules you must navigate if you are developing a new grant proposal. Can't join in-person? Register on Zoom: https://usu-edu.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_054Afaj-SzaxH7kipFdW2A?_x_zm_rtaid=8G_cGG3jRF-fd1inppI-4w.1737491949839.9da312721620eb25b8c6c2858b263cd7&_x_zm_rhtaid=352#/registration

CIDI Workshop - New Quizzes in Canvas

Workshop/Training

Learn how to leverage New Quizzes in Canvas to create a more dynamic assessment experience. This workshop will include New Quizzes creation, question types, settings, moderating, and editing. Changes to the workshop curriculum can be made based on instructor experience.

USU Education Career Fair

Fair/Festival

Whether you are close to graduation or considering going into education, the annual USU Education Career Fair for teacher recruitment is a great opportunity to meet with nearly 100 schools and school districts throughout Utah and the nation. Some will be interviewing that day, so come dressed professionally with resumes and prepared to interview. Register early to research the growing list of schools that will be attending.

Ecology Center Seminar Series - Dr. Jenn Fehrenbacher

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Fehrenbacher is the director of the Foraminarian Lab within the College of Earth, Ocean, & Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University. Her research involves components of trace element and stable isotope geochemistry, biomineralization, and marine biology. She develops and uses proxies, primarily to trace elements in marine calcifiers, for reconstructing ocean circulation, temperature, and chemistry in the past.
A few of the primary research questions she seeks to answer are: How do marine calcifiers make their shells? How do they exert control over trace element/Ca ratios and modify the trace element/Ca ratios so greatly from seawater. She seeks to find answers to these questions to improve paleo-proxies through culturing live specimens and applying laboratory-based developments to specimens from fossil record.

IEEE Officer Meeting

Meeting

Interested in leadership? Want to meet like-minded students and make new friends?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is looking for new officers to help plan activities and conferences and reach out to students. Everyone and anyone is welcome!

Family Night at Aggie Ice Cream

Recreation

On all Wednesdays in February from 5pm-9pm
Buy a single scoop, get a mini scoop for FREE at Aggie Ice Cream!

13,000+ Years of Indigenous History in Eastern Utah

Lecture/Readings

Eastern Utah is well-known for the spectacular rock art found in places like Nine Mile Canyon and the Puebloan architecture of Bears Ears National Monument and other landscapes. But the stories of the indigenous people who have called this land home for millennia are also preserved in much less notable sites that reflect the ephemera of daily activities such as cooking a meal or making a tool. Join Dr. Tim Riley as he explores the material history of this landscape with a focus on how we can learn more about people from the objects they left behind and how we can visit these places today with minimal impact and maximal respect. 

Part of USU Eastern's "From the Book Cliffs to Blanding: A Panoramic View of Eastern Utah," come hear Eastern Prehistoric Museum Director Tim Riley talk about the first human inhabitants of Eastern Utah. 

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

SING!

Arts/Entertainment

The evening will feature an eclectic mix of great choral music, including the Chamber Singers performing music from their recent concert at the Utah Music Educators Association conference in St. George, Utah. The concert will also feature a number of selections celebrating the Valentine's season, and the choirs will combine at the end to perform a few of the great love song hits from the past 50 years, with a few Valentine surprises for the audience! Bring your significant other and celebrate Valentine's with the great music of the combined USU choirs.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

USU and You: Cara Murray

Arts/Entertainment

Tune in to USU and You this week as we sit down with Cara Murray from our USU Extension.

Roses for a Reason Fundraiser 

Fundraiser

As part of the Business Council's focus on service this year, Roses for a Reason is a fundraising event aimed at supporting the SNAC Pantry on campus, which provides free food to students facing food insecurity. For Valentine’s Day this year, students can purchase roses in the atrium on Thursday, February 13th to support their peers and give back to the campus community.

CIDI Workshop - Running Secure Exams in Canvas

Workshop/Training

This workshop addresses how to create exams in Canvas, plus tools and methods for protecting quiz content and ensuring academic integrity when in-person proctoring isn't an option. (Includes discussion of Proctorio, question banks, time limits, question design, and more.)

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Grad School Coffee Talk

Social/Networking

Join us for an hour of free coffee and mingling. This month, Richard Cutler, the Senior Vice Provost for Graduate Studies, will be joining us. Come take a break from class and homework! See you there!

Grad School Coffee Talk

Social/Networking

Join us for an hour of free coffee and mingling. This month, Richard Cutler, the Senior Vice Provost for Graduate Studies, will be joining us. Come take a break from class and homework! See you there!

Grad School Coffee Talk

Social/Networking

Join us for an hour of free coffee and mingling. This month, Richard Cutler, the Senior Vice Provost for Graduate Studies, will be joining us. Come take a break from class and homework! See you there!

Clothing Swap

Social/Networking

Refresh your winter wardrobe and support sustainability at our Aggie First Scholars Winter Clothing Swap! Join us on February 13th from 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM in the International Lounge to exchange gently used winter clothing with others in the community. Drop off your items in advance at 242G during the week of the event or bring them directly to the swap. Find something new-to-you while helping reduce waste—everyone is welcome!

CIDI Workshop - Improving Online Discussions

Workshop/Training

Help your online students get to know each other and interact with you better. Connect your students to each other through thoughtfully designed discussion boards, peer reviews, and group projects. Use techniques to speed up your feedback process when grading.

QCNR Awards Luncheon

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Join us at a luncheon honoring the recipients of our annual QCNR Awards held at the Champion's Club at the Maverick Stadium. All are welcome! Come and cheer on your favorite awardee, and enjoy a complimentary lunch. Please RSVP here: https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_eYdupMXHWoR2Qqq

Analytic Solution Center Innovation Lab

Student Activities

Explore exciting topics beyond the classroom and expand your knowledge and skills in data analytics and information systems. Everyone is welcome!

ENVS Community Lunch

Social/Networking

ENVS Community Lunch

Data Science Workshops with the Ecology Center

Workshop/Training

This is a free skill sharing program though the Ecology Center that lets grad students learn immediately applicable techniques from their peers. All students from all departments are welcome! Tell your friends! This semester, we are pleased to offer 5 new workshops in addition to our most popular classics. Please review the schedule below and sign up for the workshops that you would like to attend via the event URL.

Jan 16 - Data management with data.table - Michael Stemkovski
Jan 23 - Iteration with loops/apply - Dani Berger
Jan 30 - Writing custom functions - Michael Stemkovski
Feb 6 - Script organization with Rmarkdown - Annie Schiffer *
Feb 13 - Visualizations with ggplot - Soren Struckman
Feb 20 - Working with words using regex & stringr - Michael Stemkovski *
Feb 27 - Wrangling spatial data - Dani Berger
Mar 6 - Plotting maps - Maria Stahl
Mar 20 - Demystifying R model formulas - Michael Stemkovski
Mar 27 - Generalized linear mixed models - Kelvyn Bladen *
Apr 3 - Bayesian models with RStan/BRMS (NR 202) - Annie Schiffer *
Apr 10 - Machine learning methods - Kelvyn Bladen
Apr 17 - Working with databases using SQL - Soren Struckman *
* brand new workshop

Introduction to Social Annotation with Hypothes.is

Workshop/Training

This workshop will share how teachers are using annotation-powered reading to help students develop foundational academic skills like deep reading and persuasive writing.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Application Examples

Workshop/Training

This workshop provides step-by-step examples of using generative AI for the following applications: 1) lesson plans, 2) discussion topics, 3) assignment feedback, 4) assessment questions, 5) role play scenarios, 6) Images (time permitting). By focusing on specific examples, attendees will be able to follow the same steps in their own course AI implementations, or identify ways to adapt examples to fit their unique needs.

C.A.D (Cookies and Decorating)

Social/Networking | Inclusive Excellence

Join SHPE to decorate cookies in celebration for Valentine’s day on 2/13 at 3:00 pm in ENGR 204

CIDI Workshop - Improving Online Discussions

Workshop/Training

Help your online students get to know each other and interact with you better. Connect your students to each other through thoughtfully designed discussion boards, peer reviews, and group projects. Use techniques to speed up your feedback process when grading.

Ecology Center Seminar Series - Moderated Discussion with Dr. Jenn Fehrenbacher

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Fehrenbacher is the director of the Foraminarian Lab within the College of Earth, Ocean, & Atmospheric Sciences at Oregon State University. Her research involves components of trace element and stable isotope geochemistry, biomineralization, and marine biology. She develops and uses proxies, primarily to trace elements in marine calcifiers, for reconstructing ocean circulation, temperature, and chemistry in the past. A few of the primary research questions she seeks to answer are: How do marine calcifiers make their shells? How do they exert control over trace element/Ca ratios and modify the trace element/Ca ratios so greatly from seawater. She seeks to find answers to these questions to improve paleo-proxies through culturing live specimens and applying laboratory-based developments to specimens from fossil record.

Women's & Men's Basketball against Snow College

Sports

Women's & Men's Basketball against Snow College

College of Engineering Clubs Meeting

Meeting

This meeting will have information and training for engineering club leadership for the 2024-2025 school year.

Galentine’s Day Social - Spring 2025

Social/Networking

Come enjoy a Galentine’s Day Social sponsored by She’s Daring Mighty Things. We will have food, watch a RomCom, and make new friends!

Jazz Nights at Elite Hall

Arts/Entertainment

Join us Feb. 13–15 for this annual fundraiser to support two great causes: The Larry Smith Jazz Scholarship and The Elite Hall Restoration Fund. Throw yourself back to the roaring 20s and experience live music, dinner, and dancing on Utah's only spring-loaded dance floor!

Engineering 360° Maker Space Workshop: Advanced 3D Printing

Workshop/Training

Come join us for our Advanced 3D Printing workshop! Perfect for those who just attended our "Intro to 3D Printing" workshop, or for those who want to deepen their 3D printing knowledge. We will look at advanced 3D printing settings and learn design techniques for creating your own models.

Valentine's Day Bash

Arts/Entertainment

Can’t wait for Valentine’s Day? Neither can we! That’s why the Arts Senate is kicking off the celebration early with a Valentine’s Day Bash on February 13! Come enjoy live music from The Rockees and JJ Watts and His Magic Band, plus a fun-filled night of mingling and great vibes. Whether you’re bringing your sweetheart for an extra day of celebration or just looking forward to good tunes and good times, join us in the TSC Ballroom at 7 p.m. and let’s jam!

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Large Group

Student Activities

We are a group of Christians on campus from all different backgrounds. We come together every Thursday to explore our faith, enjoy community, and have tons of fun together. Everyone is welcome!

BAP Professional Meeting

Social/Networking

BAP Professional Meeting with PwC.

USU Brigham February 2025 Lecture Series

Lecture/Readings

Explore how folklore thrives in the digital age, from memes to viral trends! Don’t miss this fascinating discussion on the culture of the internet.

Speaker: Lynne McNeill, PhD, Folklore, Utah State University
Topic: Digital Folklore

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

President's Day Weekend Blind Hollow Yurt Trip

Recreation

We are heading up to the Blind Hollow yurt to spend a long weekend enjoying the Bear River backcountry. We will explore some of the fantastic riding terrain around Blind Hollow and spend the evenings around the fire in the comforts of the OP's Mongolian-style yurt. Some backcountry experience is recommended and participants must be expert/advanced riders (able to comfortably ride black diamond western resort terrain). Participants must be in good physical condition and prepared for strenuous uphill hiking. Winter backcountry travel equipment(Alpine Touring, Telemark, Splitboard) are required and available to rent from the OP for a nominal fee. NO SNOWSHOES.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Love Data Week Watch Party | Love Me Tinder: Unlocking the Secrets of Modern Romance

Workshop/Training

Are you ready to swipe right on some fun? Join us for a delightful dive into the world of online dating, dating trends, and the science of love! In this workshop, we'll explore the fascinating statistics behind modern romance, from the quirks of dating apps to the mysteries of long-lasting relationships. Presented by McGill University.

Five-Slide Friday

Workshop/Training

Five-Slide Friday is an informal get together over lunch on (some) Fridays where faculty and students from the Department of Data Analytics and Information Systems can present about their education, field of study, work experience, academic research, ASC project, new favorite data tool, etc. and answer questions. The objective is to help ease the friction that naturally occurs in interdisciplinary settings while helping both faculty and students learn and retool. Bring your lunch and, if you're presenting, remember that you can't prepare more than five slides!

CHaSS Presents Alumni Speaker Series Empower Your Journey: Exploring Campus Resources with Cree Taylor

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join CHaSS and Cree Taylor in an event to learn how to make the most of academic, career, and support services to enhance your college experience! Free lunch provided.

Design Build Fly Weekly Meeting

Meeting

Help us design, build, and fly an R/C aircraft in an international competition! General meetings are held every Friday from 3 to 4.

Valentine's Day Group Bike Ride

Recreation

Join Aggie Blue Bikes for the annual Valentine's Day Group Bike Ride! Single or taken, everyone is welcome. Wear your favorite Valentines colors to celebrate. Meet at Aggie Blue Bikes on Valentine’s Day at 4pm.

Valentine's Day Spin Class

Recreation

Valentine's Day just got a whole lot better! Hit the class before V-day dinner, make it a date, or come solo - we're here for all of it. Must register before, space is limited! Free with a group fitness pass or just $5 without

Valentine's Day High Fitness

Recreation

Spin not your vibe? We've got you covered as we'll also be offering a V-day High Fitness class! Dance it out with your partner or shake it off alone with great music and even better company. Free with group fitness pass or just $5 without, registration is open now!

Jazz Nights at Elite Hall

Arts/Entertainment

Join us Feb. 13–15 for this annual fundraiser to support two great causes: The Larry Smith Jazz Scholarship and The Elite Hall Restoration Fund. Throw yourself back to the roaring 20s and experience live music, dinner, and dancing on Utah's only spring-loaded dance floor!

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Weekend Alternative Break

Special Event

Join COSAS in Salt Lake City for our Weekend Alternative Break as we learn about and assist with approaches that organizations are taking to provide services to community members experiencing homelessness with The Other Side Academy, The Road Home, and Switchpoint. Trip fee includes travel, lodging, and meals. Register through AggiePulse (link provided).

President's Day Weekend Blind Hollow Yurt Trip

Recreation

We are heading up to the Blind Hollow yurt to spend a long weekend enjoying the Bear River backcountry. We will explore some of the fantastic riding terrain around Blind Hollow and spend the evenings around the fire in the comforts of the OP's Mongolian-style yurt. Some backcountry experience is recommended and participants must be expert/advanced riders (able to comfortably ride black diamond western resort terrain). Participants must be in good physical condition and prepared for strenuous uphill hiking. Winter backcountry travel equipment(Alpine Touring, Telemark, Splitboard) are required and available to rent from the OP for a nominal fee. NO SNOWSHOES.

Volunteer with Athletics United Running Sessions

Recreation

Volunteer with Athletics United running sessions at the Fieldhouse. Currently, the majority of club participants are 5-14 years-old and hail primarily from the United States, Eritrea, and Somalia; however, the club has seen children from Burma, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone. On any given week, 15-25 kids show up for fun and instruction. Sign up as a volunteer through the link provided. No background check is necessary unless volunteers will be driving Athletics United participants.

Utah State Community Language Fair

Fair/Festival

USU's Department of World Languages and Cultures invites you to join us for a Community Language Fair! The event will take place in the Mehdi Heravi Global Teaching and Learning Center on February 15th from 11am-3pm. This will be a day of celebrating the linguistic diversity and multilingualism in Cache Valley. Event highlights include: - Exploring cultural diversity - Student contest and prizes (submissions for poetry, art, or story in their language of choice) - More than 8 languages represented Information about the event and student contest provided here: https://sites.google.com/view/usucommunitylanguagefair/home

The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime

Arts/Entertainment

Fifteen-year-old Christopher finds himself under suspicion of killing his neighbor’s dog, Wellington. In search for the real culprit, he embarks on a thrilling journey which turns his world upside down. A profoundly moving play about fractured families, trust, and braving the unknown.

Soul Food

Arts/Entertainment

Soul Food Event 2025, Black Wall Street Presented by the Black Student Union in Collaboration with the Center for Community Saturday, February 15, 2025 Join us to celebrate African American History Month and learn about Black Wall Street! Schedule of Events 5:00 - 6:30 PM | Free Market Event (International Lounge, TSC) 6:30 - 8:30 PM | Dinner & Performances (TSC Ballroom) Doors open at 6:00 PM Ticket required Tickets = $10.00/person, available for purchase at the Card Office (TSC 212), or online.

Jazz Nights at Elite Hall

Arts/Entertainment

Join us Feb. 13–15 for this annual fundraiser to support two great causes: The Larry Smith Jazz Scholarship and The Elite Hall Restoration Fund. Throw yourself back to the roaring 20s and experience live music, dinner, and dancing on Utah's only spring-loaded dance floor!

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Weekend Alternative Break

Special Event

Join COSAS in Salt Lake City for our Weekend Alternative Break as we learn about and assist with approaches that organizations are taking to provide services to community members experiencing homelessness with The Other Side Academy, The Road Home, and Switchpoint. Trip fee includes travel, lodging, and meals. Register through AggiePulse (link provided).

President's Day Weekend Blind Hollow Yurt Trip

Recreation

We are heading up to the Blind Hollow yurt to spend a long weekend enjoying the Bear River backcountry. We will explore some of the fantastic riding terrain around Blind Hollow and spend the evenings around the fire in the comforts of the OP's Mongolian-style yurt. Some backcountry experience is recommended and participants must be expert/advanced riders (able to comfortably ride black diamond western resort terrain). Participants must be in good physical condition and prepared for strenuous uphill hiking. Winter backcountry travel equipment(Alpine Touring, Telemark, Splitboard) are required and available to rent from the OP for a nominal fee. NO SNOWSHOES.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Weekend Alternative Break

Special Event

Join COSAS in Salt Lake City for our Weekend Alternative Break as we learn about and assist with approaches that organizations are taking to provide services to community members experiencing homelessness with The Other Side Academy, The Road Home, and Switchpoint. Trip fee includes travel, lodging, and meals. Register through AggiePulse (link provided).

Presidents' Day

Holidays | Holiday Calendar

USU will be closed February 17 2025 in observance of Presidents' Day.

President's Day Weekend Blind Hollow Yurt Trip

Recreation

We are heading up to the Blind Hollow yurt to spend a long weekend enjoying the Bear River backcountry. We will explore some of the fantastic riding terrain around Blind Hollow and spend the evenings around the fire in the comforts of the OP's Mongolian-style yurt. Some backcountry experience is recommended and participants must be expert/advanced riders (able to comfortably ride black diamond western resort terrain). Participants must be in good physical condition and prepared for strenuous uphill hiking. Winter backcountry travel equipment(Alpine Touring, Telemark, Splitboard) are required and available to rent from the OP for a nominal fee. NO SNOWSHOES.

Presidents' Day - no class

Academic Calendar | Spring Semester

No classes.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Info Table: Tanner

Social/Networking | Student Recruiting

Professionals from Tanner will be on campus to meet with students and answer questions. Stop by anytime.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Drop-in Resume Reviews - Spring 2025

Workshop/Training

Get your resume reviewed and ready for Huntsman Mock Interview Day! Stop by the START Desk (located on the main floor between EBB and HH) and get help from trained student mentors and HSB Career Specialists. We are doing drop-in interviews every weekday between February 18th to February 27th from 9am to 4pm.

E-Week Lunch and Linger

Student Activities

Come enjoy lunch from the Engineering Council! This event kicks off the beginning of E-Week and we could not be more excited. Bring your friends and your appetites.

Pulled Pork sandwiches and Mac and Cheese with Guest Presenter

Student Activities

FREE LUNCH: Pulled Pork sandwiches and Mac and Cheese with a Guest Presenter. This event is for students utilizing Veteran Affairs education benefits, veterans, dependents, and active/guard/reserve members.

James & Alecia Porras Latinx Voices Series

Cultural

Join us for an incredible event showcasing personal stories from a Latinx individual. This is your chance to gain valuable cultural insights, connect with a vibrant community, and discover how to build resilience on your path to success. Don't let this opportunity slip away—come learn, grow, and empower yourself with us!

E-Week Pinewood Derby

Student Activities

Come join us for the 2025 E-Week Pinewood Derby put on by the American Society of Mechanical Engineers and the Design, Build, Fly USU clubs. Clubs and community members race pinewood cars in a tournament to see which is fastest.

Interview Skills Lab

Workshop/Training

Interview Skills Lab is an interactive event designed to equip students with the skills and confidence to succeed in interviews. This event is a valuable precursor to Mock Interview Day, where students will practice interviewing with real employers. During Interview Skills Lab, students will receive practical tips and strategies to enhance their interviewing skills, including: - How to structure and articulate clear, impactful responses to common and behavioral interview questions. - Techniques for showcasing skills, experiences, and personality professionally. - Insights into what employers look for during interviews, from communication style to cultural fit. - Advice on managing interview nerves and making a strong first impression. Register to attend.

E-Week Engineering Meet the Candidates

Panel Discussion/Presentation

With the upcoming USUSA officer election, come meet the candidates for Engineering Senator. The candidates will be responding to previously chosen questions. Come be informed to find out who would be the best fit for the direction you would like the College of Engineering to go in.
This is an event for the whole college hosted by SWE.

USU Ham Radio Meeting

Meeting | Inclusive Excellence

USU Ham Radio Group meeting. Plan radio, talk radio, tour radio, rejoice in radio and related subjects. Energize a pig.

SWE General Meeting

Meeting

Come join us for the biweekly SWE meeting. We focus on making connections with other engineering students and preparing for success in our future careers.

Kaeli Curtis Junior Recital

Arts/Entertainment | Student Recital

Student vocal recital.

Wassermann Piano Series presents Nikolai Lugansky

Arts/Entertainment

Experience the artistry of Nikolai Lugansky, hailed as “one of the most outstanding artists of our epoch” ("Le Monde"). Recognized as one of the finest Russian pianists of modern times, Mr. Lugansky is a laureate of the prestigious Tchaikovsky Competition (Moscow), International Bach Competition (Leipzig), and Mozarteum Academy (Salzburg).

With a repertoire spanning over 50 piano concertos, Lugansky has performed with leading orchestras across Russia, France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, and the United States. His exceptional recordings for renowned labels such as Deutsche Grammophon, Harmonia Mundi, and Warner Classics have earned him international acclaim and cemented his legacy as a world-class musician.

Don’t miss this opportunity to witness the brilliance of a true master of the piano in an evening of extraordinary music.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

E-Week Breakfast Snacks

Student Activities

Come enjoy breakfast snacks sponsored by our awesome College of Engineering Dean! This is the first event of E-Week and we could not be more excited.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Getting Started With Canvas

Workshop/Training

This workshop covers signing in, creating assignments and setting up the gradebook, using modules, pages, and files, and updating profile and notification settings. Topics are subject to change based on the experience of attendees and what is needed.

Lunch & Learn - Credit Card Hacks

Workshop/Training

USU Be Well and Extension's Empowering Financial Wellness Program present a lunch and learn on credit card benefits and tips. There are best practices to leverage credit card benefits, but it's important to use them wisely to avoid unnecessary debt. There is a growing interest in credit card "hacks" that can help you maximize rewards, get the best perks, and improve your credit score. Today we’ll share some tips to help you make the most of your spending. Join our experts from the Empowering Financial Wellness team to learn more about what to look for when choosing a credit card, how to be an informed credit card user, and hacks to use credit cards to your advantage. *Presentation will be recorded. Attendance and participation in this event qualify as an activity for the Be Well Rewards program.

National African American Read-In

Lecture/Readings | Inclusive Excellence

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is hosting an African American Read-In during the month of February. The African American Read-In is a national effort promoted by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Dr. Adena Rivera-Dundas and Cree Taylor are coordinating the Read-In here at USU. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join in reading Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin. Dr. Rivera-Dundas is organizing both a reading schedule and a series of four Reading Group meetings throughout February to delve into discussions about the text.

E-Week: Soldering Workshop

Workshop/Training

Come join us for the 2025 E-Week Soldering Workshop, put on by the Institute of Electrical and Electronics and the International Society for Optics and Photonics USU clubs. Come learn to solder, and if you already know how, check out the projects provided to practice on!

CHaSS Research: Grants 101 for Faculty

Workshop/Training

This workshop is for CHaSS faculty who would like to review the best practices in grants. The Proposal Development Team will review: processes and policies to follow at USU; Kuali; budget development; and other important themes as they relate to the development of grant applications and post-grant management. At this time, this workshop is only open to CHaSS faculty. Please RSVP here: https://forms.gle/F3ucPqwVbqy5P5oG7

Candidate Presentation - Forest Health Assistant Professor Candidate #1

Panel Discussion/Presentation

WILD Forest Health Assistant Professor Candidate #1 Presentation w Q&A

IEEE Officer Meeting

Meeting

Interested in leadership? Want to meet like-minded students and make new friends?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is looking for new officers to help plan activities and conferences and reach out to students. Everyone and anyone is welcome!

Family Night at Aggie Ice Cream

Recreation

On all Wednesdays in February from 5pm-9pm
Buy a single scoop, get a mini scoop for FREE at Aggie Ice Cream!

USU AI Club Opening Social

Social/Networking | Student Recruiting

Come meet fellow AI enthusiasts, connect with club members, and explore leadership opportunities for next year! Whether you're passionate about AI or just curious, this is the perfect chance to socialize, learn more about the club, and get involved. Don’t miss out on shaping the future of AI at USU!

E-Week: Cardboard Boat Races

Student Activities

Come join us for a chance to race your cardboard boat and win some prizes! Two free rolls of duct tape are available to be picked up from the Engineering Advising Office after you register. Extra cardboard will be stacked inside the Duck Boat near the 3rd Floor Computer Lab while supplies last. More information can be found at https://engineering.usu.edu/students/clubs/club/activities/show?cardboard-boat-race
Register by the 18th to race.

Jazz Jams

Arts/Entertainment

Join us for the Jazz Jams Series! Each Jazz Jams session will showcase the Caine Jazz Combo, a special guest artist, and talented jazz students from the Music Department, all performing timeless jazz standards. Whether you're an enthusiast or a musician, you're invited to be part of the action—bring your instrument and join the jam session!

Jazz Jams will take place at the Hub Stage on the first floor of the Taggart Student Center. Don't miss this chance to experience great music and collaborate with fellow jazz lovers. We look forward to seeing you there!

All Spring Semester Jazz Jams Events:
Jan. 29
Feb. 19
March 26

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

USU and You: Kathleen Cooper

Arts/Entertainment

Tune in to the USU and You radio show this week as we sit down with Kathleen Cooper, Mayor of Myton City.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Research on Capitol Hill

Exhibition

Research on Capitol Hill (ROCH) is an annual celebration of undergraduate research and creative pursuits. Students have the opportunity to show policy-makers how innovative and impactful their research is and how important the state’s support is to continue conducting such exciting work. From projects on drought-tolerant plants to performance anxiety, self-charging car batteries to social media trends, our students will have meaningful conversations with potential for significant impact on the state. If you are interested in presenting at a future ROCH event, check back when the application cycle opens in October 2024.

Research on Capitol Hill

Exhibition

Research on Capitol Hill (ROCH) is an annual celebration of undergraduate research and creative pursuits. Students have the opportunity to show policy-makers how innovative and impactful their research is and how important the state’s support is to continue conducting such exciting work. From projects on drought-tolerant plants to performance anxiety, self-charging car batteries to social media trends, our students will have meaningful conversations with potential for significant impact on the state. If you are interested in presenting at a future ROCH event, check back when the application cycle opens in October 2024.

Info Table: WSRP

Social/Networking | Student Recruiting

Professionals from WSRP will be on campus to meet with students and answer questions. Stop by anytime.

CIDI Workshop - Use Video Effectively in Teaching

Workshop/Training

This workshop will help you enhance your teaching with video.

CESN Talk: A Statewide Campus Community Engagement Case Study

Lecture/Readings

This presentation will explore the key elements of collaborative community partnerships and providing students with specific career skills. It will highlight how authentic partnerships with community agencies are initiated through co-created experiences tailored to specific agency needs, ensuring ongoing commitment and shared decision-making. Additionally, students will present their findings at the local agency at the end of each semester. A case study featuring the collaborative efforts between USU Eastern Wildlife Ecology & Management students and the local Bureau of Land Management Agency will be showcased. Sunshine Brosi, an Associate Professor of Wildland Resources at USU Eastern in Price, Utah, has developed and taught six unique community-engaged courses in both in-person and online formats. She is dedicated to fostering genuine, community-engaged undergraduate research experiences in the classroom.

Analytic Solution Center Innovation Lab

Student Activities

Explore exciting topics beyond the classroom and expand your knowledge and skills in data analytics and information systems. Everyone is welcome!

ENVS Community Lunch

Social/Networking

ENVS Community Lunch

E-Week Eggsellent Egg Drop

Student Activities

Come join us for the 2025 E-Week Eggsellent Egg Drop put on by the Society of Women Engineers and the Society of Hispanic Professional Engineers USU clubs. Students will design a structure to contain an egg in an attempt to protect it in a fall from the second floor of the Atrium. Materials will be provided there

Aetna Webinar – What’s Your EI? Becoming Aware of Your Emotional Intelligence

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. Emotions can be overwhelming sometimes. It's important to be aware of your feelings and know how to manage them. This webinar will: *Review the characteristics of people with high EI. *Discuss how to develop your EI. *Provide ways to identify and manage emotions.

Data Science Workshops with the Ecology Center

Workshop/Training

This is a free skill sharing program though the Ecology Center that lets grad students learn immediately applicable techniques from their peers. All students from all departments are welcome! Tell your friends! This semester, we are pleased to offer 5 new workshops in addition to our most popular classics. Please review the schedule below and sign up for the workshops that you would like to attend via the event URL.

Jan 16 - Data management with data.table - Michael Stemkovski
Jan 23 - Iteration with loops/apply - Dani Berger
Jan 30 - Writing custom functions - Michael Stemkovski
Feb 6 - Script organization with Rmarkdown - Annie Schiffer *
Feb 13 - Visualizations with ggplot - Soren Struckman
Feb 20 - Working with words using regex & stringr - Michael Stemkovski *
Feb 27 - Wrangling spatial data - Dani Berger
Mar 6 - Plotting maps - Maria Stahl
Mar 20 - Demystifying R model formulas - Michael Stemkovski
Mar 27 - Generalized linear mixed models - Kelvyn Bladen *
Apr 3 - Bayesian models with RStan/BRMS (NR 202) - Annie Schiffer *
Apr 10 - Machine learning methods - Kelvyn Bladen
Apr 17 - Working with databases using SQL - Soren Struckman *
* brand new workshop

Tanner Talk: "Banking Bad: How Criminals Hack Global Finance"

Lecture/Readings

Michael Findley is the Erwin Centennial Professor of Government at UT Austin. Findley conducts interdisciplinary research on political violence, international development, illicit finance, ethics, and methodology. Findley publishes in leading outlets and his policy work includes collaborations with the World Bank, USAID, African Development Bank, UN FACTI, UNICEF, UN Peacebuilding Fund, UN Development Program, International Aid Transparency Initiative, and many aid recipient country governments. Prof. Findley will discuss his experimental work that uncovers how banks avoid regulations and what governments can do about that.

Igniting Reflection: Enhancing Your Teaching with Journals

Workshop/Training | Sparkshops

Discover how teaching journals can transform your instructional practice. This Sparkshop explores strategies to effectively document and reflect on your teaching experiences, helping you identify patterns, improve student engagement, and track growth. Whether you're a seasoned instructor or new to reflective practice, this session offers practical tips and inspiration to incorporate journaling into your teaching routine.

CIDI Workshop - Use Video Effectively in Teaching

Workshop/Training

This workshop will help you enhance your teaching with video.

Cultural Arts

Arts/Entertainment

Join Us for a Native American Cultural Art Workshop!
Come explore the rich traditions of Native American culture through art! We’re hosting a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn how to make beautiful beads and other art pieces while having fun and connecting with others.

TRIO Day of Service

Student Activities

The annual TRIO Day of Service will be held at the Blanding Food Bank. All USU Blanding TRIO SSS participants are welcome to attend this community service project.

Watershed Sciences seminar

Conference/Seminar

Reconsidering the scale and distribution of management efforts to support native fish conservation Tim Walsworth USU Department of Watershed Sciences

Lead Climbing Clinic

Recreation

Come learn about lead climbing and get certified with our Lead Climbing Clinic at the ARC. Instructors will lead the clinic giving you advice, information, and hands-on experience. Register at the climbing wall beforehand for just $25.

Wildlife Society Graduate Student Panel

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join us for an engaging graduate student panel featuring graduate students from all three QCNR departments. Our panelists will share their unique experiences and insights about the graduate school application process, including how they decided to pursue advanced degrees, the differences between Master’s and PhD programs, and the journeys that led them to grad school. They'll also discuss their current research and offer helpful tips for anyone considering grad school. There will be plenty of time for questions as well! Pizza will be provided!

Community Night

Exhibition | Inclusive Excellence

Community Night is your opportunity to experience fun, hands-on learning. From aerospace engineering to water research, and electric cars to robots, there’s something for everyone. Bring the entire family!

USU Eastern Dance Team Concert

Arts/Entertainment

The USU Eastern Dance Team will be in concert February 20-22 at 6:30pm in the Geary Events Center.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Large Group

Student Activities

We are a group of Christians on campus from all different backgrounds. We come together every Thursday to explore our faith, enjoy community, and have tons of fun together. Everyone is welcome!

IMA Professional Meeting

Social/Networking

Nate Tolman, CFO of S&S Sports will be presenting

IMA Professional Meeting

Social/Networking

Nate Tolman, the CFO of S&S Sports will be speaking on the role of a CFO.

Symphonic Band

Arts/Entertainment

Concerts are part of the band’s large ensemble curriculum. As capstone events, they typically occur twice per semester. Participation in these events is a significant component of students’ grades, and the concerts are the culmination of several weeks of classroom rehearsals. All concerts are associated with one or more of the following band ensembles: MUSC 4700 Wind Orchestra, MUSC 3795 Wind Symphony, MUSC 3790 Symphonic Band, and MUSC 3785 Marching Band.

Call for 2025 Presidential Award Nominations

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Each year, USU recognizes the work of outstanding faculty, staff, students, partners, and alumni that exemplifies collaboration between USU and the greater community and demonstrates ongoing commitment to community engagement and positive social change. The Center for Community Engagement has three prestigious awards for students, faculty, and community members who are committed to outstanding service: The Presidential Award, the Ivory Prize, and the Val R. Christensen Service Scholarship. Deadline for nominations Saturday, March 15, 2025, 11:59pm. Award ceremony takes place Wednesday, April 16, 2025 5pm-5pm in TSC Lounges.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Spartronics Supply Chain Case Competition

Conference/Seminar

Work with a team to tackle a real-world business case, applying your problem-solving and operational excellence skills. Gain hands-on experience, network with industry leaders, and showcase your expertise. Whether you are building your resume or love a challenge, this competition is for you! Sponsored by Spartronics, this event offers the chance to win exciting cash prizes. All majors are welcome! Register to attend.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

E-Week Beta Bowl

Student Activities

Come join us for the 2025 E-Week Beta Bowl, put on by the Tau Beta Pi and Rocketry USU clubs. Students can compete in a quiz bowl-style trivia contest covering a range of engineering topics. New rounds begin every hour, and the event is hosted outside the engineering advising office on the third floor.

Culturally Responsive Practice: Liberation Psychology

Panel Discussion/Presentation

A presentation by Jonah Swenson on the topic of Culturally Responsive Practice: Liberation Psychology

Continuing Education Series- Culturally Responsive Practice: Liberation Psychology

Workshop/Training

Join the Transforming Communities Institute on February 21 from 12-1:30 PM, MST for this free Continuing Education opportunity! This session is presented by Jonah Swenson. Participants will receive 1.5 CEU after attending and completing the post-event evaluation.

Five-Slide Friday

Workshop/Training

Five-Slide Friday is an informal get together over lunch on (some) Fridays where faculty and students from the Department of Data Analytics and Information Systems can present about their education, field of study, work experience, academic research, ASC project, new favorite data tool, etc. and answer questions. The objective is to help ease the friction that naturally occurs in interdisciplinary settings while helping both faculty and students learn and retool. Bring your lunch and, if you're presenting, remember that you can't prepare more than five slides!

CHaSS Presents Alumni Speaker Series with Shaun A in a Reflective Writing Workshop

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join CHaSS for an inspiring generative writing workshop. You will enjoy thoughtful writing prompts, dedicated time and space to create, and a supportive, safe environment to share and connect with others. Free lunch will be provided.

Pomerelle Night Skiing

Recreation

Join us for a night of resort skiing or riding at Pomerelle Mountain in Albion, ID. This small but mighty resort offers a variety of different trails for different skill levels and boasts “the deepest snow in Idaho!” Downhill skis or snowboard are required and availble to rent from the OP Rental Shop. Trip cost includes transportation, lift ticket, and student leadership.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Application Examples

Workshop/Training

This workshop provides step-by-step examples of using generative AI for the following applications: 1) lesson plans, 2) discussion topics, 3) assignment feedback, 4) assessment questions, 5) role play scenarios, 6) Images (time permitting). By focusing on specific examples, attendees will be able to follow the same steps in their own course AI implementations, or identify ways to adapt examples to fit their unique needs.

Design Build Fly Weekly Meeting

Meeting

Help us design, build, and fly an R/C aircraft in an international competition! General meetings are held every Friday from 3 to 4.

LAEP Speaker Series: Joy Kuebler and Cheryl Salazar, Case Studies in Playful Placemaking

Lecture/Readings

About the Lecture Join us for an insightful session exploring how the innovative approach of playful placemaking can revolutionize community engagement and design processes. Using the successful Westminster Legacy Foundation project as a case study, this webinar will highlight the tangible and intangible benefits of play in fostering deeper connections, creativity, and trust within communities. Attendees will hear inspiring stories and discover how implementing playful placemaking techniques can enhance their own projects, creating vibrant and inclusive community spaces. Speaker Bio Joy Kuebler, FASLA, is an award-winning professional with more than 20 years’ experience with her work being recognized locally and nationally. Across her career, she has focused her work on the human experience in the landscape, integrating the outdoors and architecture to create unique and inspiring environments. Cheryl Salazar, MPA, CPRP, has over 17 years in municipal leadership including with the cities of Fontana and San Marcos, and Riverside County, California. She has managed operations, programs, marketing, training, budgeting, commissions, nonprofits and events over the years.

E-Week Awards Banquet

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

Come join us for the final celebration of engineers week at the Awards Banquet! This will be a night of magic, food, and celebration. Our keynote speaker for the night is Nick Alley, USU Alumni, Founder of Area-I, and Doctorate of Mechanical Engineering. Don't miss out on this opportunity! Faculty and students will be recognized for assorted awards.
Tickets are available for purchase for $2 on the first floor of the Engineering Building starting February 10.

USU Forestry Club Movie Night

Student Activities

Come join the USU Forestry Club and watch the Lorax (2012)! Popcorn will be provided!

USU Eastern Dance Team Concert

Arts/Entertainment

The USU Eastern Dance Team will be in concert February 20-22 at 6:30pm in the Geary Events Center.

Science Unwrapped: Celebrate Undergrad Research - Geoscientist Josh Lively

Panel Discussion/Presentation | Science Unwrapped

Science Unwrapped, the public STEM outreach program of USU's College of Science, invites inquiring of minds of all ages to participate in science learning fun. Admission is free. Each event begins with a brief science talk following by hands-on learning activities and refreshments. Our Spring 2025 theme is "Celebrate Undergrad Research" in recognition of USU's 2025 "Year of Undergraduate Research." Feb 21 Speaker: Joshua “Josh” Lively, a geoscientist, evolutionary biologist and paleontologist, is a self-described dinosaur digger, Alabamian in Utah, birder, Auburn grad and jaded football fan. At USU Eastern, Josh is the curator of USU Eastern’s renowned Prehistoric Museum, and studies ecosystems of the Late Cretaceous period – the last 35 million years of the ‘Age of Dinosaurs.’ Using a combination of vertebrate paleontology, phylogenetics (how organisms are related), stratigraphy, sedimentology and osteology (anatomy and function of bone), he engages undergrad scholars in unlocking the pattern and process of evolution in the context of changing environments in the breathtaking landscapes of central and southern Utah and the Intermountain West.

Reading Series 2: "Red Days" by Rachel Bublitz

Arts/Entertainment

As the air quality in Salt Lake climbs to crisis levels, we follow Dianna through four seasons, trying to balance school, her running team, and pursuing her passion. But as she nears the end of her senior year, she's forced to decide if her running dream truly belongs to her, or if it's more her mother's, while around her the serious effects of the air quality wreak havoc on those athletes who dare breathe hard in the open air.

FSQ at USU: Nature’s Resonance

Arts/Entertainment

Join us this February for an unforgettable evening of chamber music, showcasing both classical brilliance and bold contemporary innovation.

The program begins with Haydn’s "String Quartet in D Major, Op. 20, No. 4," a stunning example of the composer’s mastery in the quartet form. Part of his revolutionary Op. 20 set, this work captivates with its elegant interplay of voices and imaginative thematic development.

Continuing the program is the world premiere of a new work by composer Hitomi Oba, a rising star and member of Gabriela Lena Frank’s Academy. Known for her inventive style and fresh perspectives, Oba’s piece promises to be an inspiring addition to our season’s exploration of nature and music.

The evening concludes with Beethoven’s "String Quartet Op. 130," featuring the monumental "Grosse Fuge." This masterpiece, with its bold intensity and profound complexity, reflects the immense power of nature and the human spirit. This performance is part of a multi-year journey through Beethoven’s late quartets, culminating in the 2027-2028 season. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to witness a cornerstone of chamber music history unfold.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Rock-n-Fossil Day

Special Event

This free event, open to the public, will include Demonstrations, Presentations, Rock/Mineral Identification, Museum Tours, Pet Rocks, Digging for Fossils, and Dino Cookies, plus more.

Student Professional Awareness Conference

Conference/Seminar

SPAC is a premier event designed to help students bridge the gap between academic learning and professional application. It is aimed towards students in STEM or business programs, especially those in engineering fields. The conference is centered around hands-on, practical workshops led by professors, industry professionals, and graduate students. It provides attendees with valuable insights to prepare for their careers while offering opportunities to connect with industry professionals and university leaders. The conference also includes a complimentary lunch and event giveaways.

Intramural Cornhole Tournament

Recreation

Come play cornhole with us! Create a team of two or join as a free agent, all registration runs through the Fusion Play app. Registration opens Jan. 27 and closes Feb. 19. Free with an IM membership or just $15 without.  Undergrad students, grad students, and faculty/staff with an ARC membership are welcome to play! 

Volunteer with Athletics United Running Sessions

Recreation

Volunteer with Athletics United running sessions at the Fieldhouse. Currently, the majority of club participants are 5-14 years-old and hail primarily from the United States, Eritrea, and Somalia; however, the club has seen children from Burma, Ethiopia, Kenya, and Sierra Leone. On any given week, 15-25 kids show up for fun and instruction. Sign up as a volunteer through the link provided. No background check is necessary unless volunteers will be driving Athletics United participants.

Legacy of Val Day of Service: The Fuller Center

Student Activities

Join the Christensen Office of Service and Sustainability as we lend a hand at the Fuller Center for Housing's thrift store. This organization's thrift store specializes in building materials-- think like a mash up of Home Depot and Goodwill. We will be sorting donations and tidying the store, making the products look great so that customers can find what they're looking for. Proceeds from the thrift store go to fund critical home repairs for Cache Valley community members with low incomes. The thrift store also diverts usable materials from the landfill! We plan to be indoors, but there's a chance that some tasks will take place outside, so dress for the weather. Close-toed shoes are a good option, since donations can be sharp or heavy. Register through the AggiePulse link provided.

USU Eastern Dance Team Concert

Arts/Entertainment

The USU Eastern Dance Team will be in concert February 20-22 at 6:30pm in the Geary Events Center.

Brynne Berry Junior Cello Recital

Arts/Entertainment | Student Recital

Come experience an evening of music featuring cellist Brynne Berry in her Junior Recital. This performance will present a diverse program that spans over 200 years of musical history, highlighting both solo and cello-piano works by four distinct composers: Lalo, Bach, Finnis, and Shostakovich. Each piece offers a unique perspective, showcasing the versatility of the cello's sound world and the individual voices of these composers.

Reading Series 2: "Red Days" by Rachel Bublitz

Arts/Entertainment

As the air quality in Salt Lake climbs to crisis levels, we follow Dianna through four seasons, trying to balance school, her running team, and pursuing her passion. But as she nears the end of her senior year, she's forced to decide if her running dream truly belongs to her, or if it's more her mother's, while around her the serious effects of the air quality wreak havoc on those athletes who dare breathe hard in the open air.

Graduate Student Winter Formal!

Social/Networking

This year's QNCR GSC Winter Formal is 80s Napoleon Dynamite themed! Come dance the night away in whatever you feel most comfortable in, eat good food, and spend time with your grad school friends all while supporting the graduate emergency medical fund!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Spectrum Devotional with Elder Neil L. Andersen

Special Event

Valley wide young adult devotional with Elder Neil L. Andersen. Doors open at 5pm.

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Intramural Registration Season 2 Open - Closes Mar. 18

Recreation

Registration for season 2 of intramurals opens on Feb. 24 and runs until Mar. 18. We'll be offering softball and fustal with co-ed, women's, and men's divisions. All registration runs through the Fusion Play app. Free if you already have an Intramural membership or just $15 for a single sports pass.  Undergrad students, grad students, and faculty/staff with an ARC membership are welcome to create teams. 

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Application Examples

Workshop/Training

This workshop provides step-by-step examples of using generative AI for the following applications: 1) lesson plans, 2) discussion topics, 3) assignment feedback, 4) assessment questions, 5) role play scenarios, 6) Images (time permitting). By focusing on specific examples, attendees will be able to follow the same steps in their own course AI implementations, or identify ways to adapt examples to fit their unique needs.

Free Nutrition Workshop

Information/Orientation

These mini nutrition workshops are 30 minutes long and are designed to give you the basic skills you need to improve your eating habits! Each workshop will feature a different topic so come and learn about all things nutrition! First workshop is at 3pm and the other to follow at 4pm. Both in the ARC nutrition center, totally free but must register beforehand as spots are limited.

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Application Examples

Workshop/Training

This workshop provides step-by-step examples of using generative AI for the following applications: 1) lesson plans, 2) discussion topics, 3) assignment feedback, 4) assessment questions, 5) role play scenarios, 6) Images (time permitting). By focusing on specific examples, attendees will be able to follow the same steps in their own course AI implementations, or identify ways to adapt examples to fit their unique needs.

Geosciences Guest Speaker Series: Dr. Eileen Evans

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Eileen Evans (California State University Northridge) will present on earthquake science

MAE Research Seminar Series

Conference/Seminar

Dr. Jackson Kulik
Assistant Professor
Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering
Utah State University
What is a Matrix?

Candidate Presentation: Forest Health Candidate #2

Panel Discussion/Presentation

WILD Candidate Presentation: Forest Health Assistant Professor Candidate #2

Big 3 Weightlifting Competition

Recreation

Which club will you join? The Big 3 Weightlifting Competition is back and better than ever! Running Monday through Friday, come during open lift times and use your three attempts for squat, deadlift, and bench. Open lift will be available Feb. 24-28 at various times - see our website with all times. $5 registration gets you in or $15 gets you registration with your club t-shirt.

Language, Identity, and Equity: The Impact of Dual Language Immersion

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Please join us in welcoming invited speaker April Charlo on February 24. April is an advocate for the indigenous Salish community in Montana and previously served as the Executive Director of the NkWusm Salish Language Institute. Her talk, Language, Identity, and Equity: The Impact of Dual Language Immersion, will shed light on how language immersion programs can be modeled to strengthen minoritized communities and close the achievement gap for American Indian students. Please join us via Zoom if you are unable to attend in person: https://usu-edu.zoom.us/j/87437513142?pwd=fWt1l1lJ4y4EXUZsyU3yDECvUofEsi.1

2025 Spring CEE Career Fair

Social/Networking

Career Fair

Magician/Comedian- Michael Kent

Arts/Entertainment

Mark your calendars, bring your family, and invite your friends for an unforgettable evening of magic and comedy:

Who: Michael Kent
When: Monday, February 24th, 6:00 PM
Where: Geary Theatre
Tickets:
Adults (Ages 13+): $13
Children (Ages 3-12): $9
Family Package (2 Adults + 2 Children): $30
Children under 3: Free (if seated on a parent’s lap)
Current USU Students are free

American Festival Chorus High School Choral Festival

Arts/Entertainment

This exceptional evening of choral music will showcase the many outstanding young singers in our region, as the American Festival Chorus is joined by members of local high school choral programs and the USU Chamber Singers. Your spirits will lift as you listen to hundreds of melodious voices joined in song. Please join us in supporting our next generation of musical talent!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Introduction to Social Annotation with Hypothes.is

Workshop/Training

This workshop will share how teachers are using annotation-powered reading to help students develop foundational academic skills like deep reading and persuasive writing.

Front & Center Webinar: Generation Alpha

Workshop/Training

Meet Generation Alpha—born between 2010 and 2025, this group has been immersed in technology since birth. Lindsi Glass will provide an overview of this generation and discuss how we can prepare to meet their needs as they enter higher education in the coming years.

USU Spring Career and Internship Fair

Fair/Festival

Career fairs are the primary stage for students to actually get a job. This event is geared toward all students interested in pursuing a career in any field. Register early and let the employers know you are coming. They are excited to meet our amazing Aggie students. Register early and take a look at our growing list of employers that will be attending and ready to hire our students. Come interview-ready with your resume for possible on-the-spot interview or call-back. Maybe you are not actively searching right now. Our career fairs provide the perfect opportunity to network and interact with various experienced professionals from several different industries. Come learn from them. Find out what employers are looking for. Find out what new skills you want and need to keep up with industry trends. Learn more about yourself. Don’t wait until the last minute to think about your future. Start preparing now, your future career could be found at this fair.

USU Spring Career and Internship Fair

Fair/Festival

Career fairs are the primary stage for students to actually get a job. This event is geared toward all students interested in pursuing a career in any field. Register early and let the employers know you are coming. They are excited to meet our amazing Aggie students. Register early and take a look at our growing list of employers that will be attending and ready to hire our students. Come interview-ready with your resume for possible on-the-spot interview or call-back. Maybe you are not actively searching right now. Our career fairs provide the perfect opportunity to network and interact with various experienced professionals from several different industries. Come learn from them. Find out what employers are looking for. Find out what new skills you want and need to keep up with industry trends. Learn more about yourself. Don’t wait until the last minute to think about your future. Start preparing now, your future career could be found at this fair.

ASEE Student Chapter Meeting

Student Activities

Join the USU student chapter of ASEE for our bi-weekly meetings! We focus on advancing innovation, excellence, and access to engineering education at all levels. Activities include K12 outreach, brain breaks, student training/seminars, and other initiatives to build a strong community in engineering education.

The Community Table

Student Activities

Join us for an exciting opportunity to learn more about how you can get involved with the Black Student Union! This is a great chance to gain insight, ask questions, and connect with your peers in a meaningful way. We hope to see you there!

A Bolder Way Forward: Updates and Next Steps

Panel Discussion/Presentation

National and statewide studies continue to show that women and girls in Utah are not thriving in critical areas. Although the needle has moved slightly in a few areas, with its current trajectory it will take three or four decades to make notable progress. A BWF was launched in June 2023 to shake things up in Utah and make critical changes that are needed much faster. The primary aim of BWF is to help more Utah women, girls, and their families thrive. Utah women and girls thrive when all aspects of their safety, security, health, and wellbeing are met, allowing them to explore and pursue educational, professional, civic, leadership, and other opportunities according to their interests, and to feel abundant levels of support and a sense of belonging as they do so. Utah is struggling significantly in many of these areas, and that is simply unacceptable! Join Dr. Susan Madsen and others involved in the movement to learn about the progress that has been made, its current state, what is planned for the remainder of Year 2, and how to get involved in this meaningful work. When we lift Utah girls and women, we lift all Utahns!

How to Quickly Create a Beautiful Canvas Course

Workshop/Training

Design Tools for Canvas allows you to rapidly stylize and build out your Canvas course, allowing you to focus more time on planning engaging content and learning activities in your course.

Health & Wellness Expo: Healthcare Decoded: Making Sense of Your Insurance

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Health insurance can be confusing, but understanding a few key terms makes it easier. USU Benefits Supervisor, Angeline Clayson, will share information to help you understand several types of health care plans and how they differ in design and flexibility. She will also define key terms like deductibles, co-pays, co-insurance, out-of-pocket maximums, HSA, FSA, HRA, and summary plan documents. Knowing these terms and information can helps you pick the right health plan for you! *Register for Zoom link on the Health & Wellness Expo website. Presentation will be recorded.

Sorenson Impact Info Session & Intern Panel

Panel Discussion/Presentation

The Sorenson Impact Institute’s Impact Investing team is seeking venture capital analyst interns for the 2025-2026 academic year. Interns will gain unparalleled exposure to impact investing and early-stage venture capital, working alongside professional investors through all facets of the process including deal sourcing, due diligence, deal structuring/closing, and portfolio support. This is not your typical internship experience. Students will play a key role in investing approximately $4 million in companies that will generate impact alongside financial returns. Alumni have started careers in venture capital, investment banking, impact investing, and management consulting at companies such as: Bridge Investment Group, Pelion, Citi, McKinsey & Company, Boston Consulting Group, Mercato Partners and many more. Join us in Huntsman Hall 322 as representatives from the Sorenson Impact Center lead a virtual information session, followed by an in-person panel discussion featuring current Huntsman students interning at Sorenson.

USU Ham Radio Meeting

Meeting | Inclusive Excellence

USU Ham Radio Group meeting. Plan radio, talk radio, tour radio, rejoice in radio and related subjects. Energize a pig.

Graduate Development Lab

Workshop/Training

Come develop your skills with help from experts in their field! These office hours will allow you to come ask questions and learn about certain topics. This month, the grad development lab will focus on portfolio development, website development, and data visualization.

Graduate Development Lab

Workshop/Training

Come develop your skills with help from experts in their field! These office hours will allow you to come ask questions and learn about certain topics. This month, the grad development lab will focus on portfolio development, website development, and data visualization.

Chamber Music Society of Logan presents Chanticleer

Arts/Entertainment

The GRAMMY® Award-winning vocal ensemble Chanticleer is known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for its wide-ranging repertoire and dazzling virtuosity. “ . . . the world’s reigning male chorus.” - The New Yorker

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Second 7-week Session

Academic Calendar | Spring Semester

34 instruction days, 1 test day

Northwestern Mutual Info Table

Information/Orientation

The Northwestern Mutual Internship empowers students from varying backgrounds and experiences to begin building a financial planning practice while employing local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 100 company. You'll have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and change people's lives by helping them live more and worry less through achieving financial freedom. Our paid program offers a flexible work schedule to work around life and your classes. There is continued support through trainings, licensing & mentorship with earned access to leadership programs and further career development opportunities. Come see what a Top 10 Internship is all about!

CIDI Workshop - Enhance your Canvas Course with Design Plus

Workshop/Training

USU Design Tools is now Design Plus. This new version of the popular formatting tools for Canvas makes it easy to add a consistent look and feel to your course and enhance the visual appeal of the homepage, content pages, and assignments. You can improve the look of tables, add borders to pictures, insert dividing lines on pages, and much more!

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Health & Wellness Expo: Health Fair, Screenings, and Assessments

Special Event

This year's theme is 'Nourish Mind, Body, and Soul' - visit vendor booths and participate in health screenings and assessments for a chance to earn prizes! Screenings and assessments include: mental health modules, hearing, blood glucose, blood pressure and heart rate, grip strength, body fat percentage, and carotenoids. The Health and Wellness Expo is sponsored by USU Be Well, Student Health and Wellness, and Campus Recreation.

Northwestern Mutual Info Luncheon

Information/Orientation

The Northwestern Mutual Internship empowers students from varying backgrounds and experiences to begin building a financial planning practice while employing local and nationwide experts, exclusive financial products, and the support of a Fortune 100 company. You'll have the opportunity to build your confidence, develop a professional network, and change people's lives by helping them live more and worry less through achieving financial freedom. Our paid program offers a flexible work schedule to work around life and your classes. There is continued support through training, licensing & mentorship with earned access to leadership programs and further career development opportunities. Come see what a Top 10 Internship is all about! Register to attend.

National African American Read-In

Lecture/Readings | Inclusive Excellence

The College of Humanities and Social Sciences is hosting an African American Read-In during the month of February. The African American Read-In is a national effort promoted by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). Dr. Adena Rivera-Dundas and Cree Taylor are coordinating the Read-In here at USU. All students, faculty, and staff are encouraged to join in reading Go Tell it on the Mountain by James Baldwin. Dr. Rivera-Dundas is organizing both a reading schedule and a series of four Reading Group meetings throughout February to delve into discussions about the text.

Lecture | Hydroponics: Historical Principles & Current Practices

Breakfast/Luncheon/Dinner

The Merrill-Cazier library has a hydroponics exhibit with live plants! USU instructor Noah J. Langenfeld will present a lecture, “Hydroponics: Historical Principles and Current Practices,” on Wednesday, February 26th at 1 p.m. in the Library’s New Books Lounge. The talk will trace hydroponics from ancient civilizations, including the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, to its modern applications in precision agriculture and sustainable food production.

Uintah Basin Mad Scientist Club Presents TRIVIA NIGHT!

Student Activities

Join us for FREE PIZZA and trivia with the Mad Scientist Club! Questions about the event? Reach out to ubmadscientist@usu.edu.

Health & Wellness Expo: Balancing Act: How to Juggle Life and Thriving Relationships

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Life can often feel like an endless marathon—days stretch on, full of chores, responsibilities, and the constant juggling act of keeping everything afloat. But when we look back, it’s easy to feel like time slipped through our fingers, leaving little room for what truly matters: the connection with our friends, our partners, and even ourselves. In this session, we’ll explore how to navigate the chaotic, fast-paced nature of modern life with intention. You’ll learn practical, actionable tools for creating space for meaningful connections in your relationships—both as a partner, parent, or with yourself. Join us to leave with a renewed sense of purpose, as well as tangible strategies for creating flourishing relationships, even during life’s busiest seasons. *Register for the Zoom link on the Health & Wellness Expo webpage. Presentation will be recorded.

Candidate Presentation: Forest Health Assistant Professor Candidate #3

Panel Discussion/Presentation

WILD Candidate Presentation: Forest Health Assistant Professor Candidate #3

Next Step Night - Salt Lake

Information/Orientation

You've applied to college. What's next? USU's Next Step Nights are open-house events designed to help you prepare to start college. Drop in and get connected with resources and support to answer any and all questions by USU staff. You'll complete a series of steps to check off your first required module for New Student Orientation. You just might win free USU Swag and, of course, enjoy some famous Aggie Ice Cream. We recommend arriving at least 1 hour before the end of the event in order to complete the requirements to check-off your first Orientation module. Salt Lake Next Step Night will be hosted in West Jordan at the Viridian Event Center, 8030 S 1825 W, West Jordan, UT 84088.

Family Night at Aggie Ice Cream

Recreation

On all Wednesdays in February from 5pm-9pm
Buy a single scoop, get a mini scoop for FREE at Aggie Ice Cream!

IEEE Officer Meeting

Meeting

Interested in leadership? Want to meet like-minded students and make new friends?
The Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers is looking for new officers to help plan activities and conferences and reach out to students. Everyone and anyone is welcome!

ASCE Presentation with Utah YMF President, Pedro Garcia

Panel Discussion/Presentation

We will be hosting a virtual presentation from the president of the Utah Young Member Forum of ASCE. He will be talking about the benefits of ASCE membership beyond college. Pedro Garcia will tune in virtually, but we will all meet in person to watch together and enjoy some snacks. If you would like to join virtually, email Isaac VanBeekum to get the link to the meeting.

Incident Response & In-N-Out

Student Activities

Club this week: Incident Response & In-N-Out! Tony Iacobelli will be joining us in-person from the Splunk Incident Response team and talking about a day in the life of an incident response team member. In-N-Out burgers will be first come first served! See you there!

Winners of the 2024 Concerto Competition

Arts/Entertainment

The USU Symphony Orchestra presents one of the most anticipated concerts of the year… Concerto Night 2025!, featuring the winners of the annual concerto competition. Enjoy an eclectic array of works from the 19th century to a jazz concerto for piano, big band and orchestra!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

USU and You: Vernal Theatre Live

Arts/Entertainment

Tune in to USU and You this week as we chat with representatives from Vernal Theatre Live!

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

CIDI Workshop - Teaching Online Classes

Workshop/Training

Learn how to set up an online course in Canvas using a Canvas template. This workshop addresses the process of beginning with a course map, importing a Canvas template, and then developing and organizing course materials into modules.

Health & Wellness Expo: Learn How to Save a Life: Opioid Overdose Response Training

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Opioid overdoses are on the rise, and understanding how to respond can mean the difference between life and death. USU Be Well and USU Extension Assistant Professor, Aaron Hunt, invite you to attend an online Opioid Overdose Response Training, where you will learn how to recognize the signs of an overdose and administer Narcan, a life-saving medication that reverses opioid overdoses. Why This Training Matters: Fentanyl and other opioids are increasingly present in communities, putting individuals at risk. Overdoses can happen anywhere, including among college students. Quick action and knowledge of Narcan can save a friend, family member, or community member. *Register for Zoom link on the Health & Wellness Expo webpage. Presentation will be recorded.

Becoming a Resilient Scientist: Discussion, Part 4

Student Activities

For Graduate Students of the College of Science: Join us for the NIH-developed "Becoming a Resilient Scientist" video and discussion series. At each gathering, we'll discuss a video from the five-part "Becoming a Resilient Scientist" series. The Feb. 27 gathering will focus on the fourth video in the series, "Developing Feedback Resilience." Refreshments will be served. Held in the Tanner Pavilion, Room 201, of the new Heravi Center on campus, at the southwest corner of the USU Quad.

Analytic Solution Center Innovation Lab

Student Activities

Explore exciting topics beyond the classroom and expand your knowledge and skills in data analytics and information systems. Everyone is welcome!

ENVS Community Lunch

Social/Networking

ENVS Community Lunch

Aetna Webinar – Take Time To Relax: A Stress Reduction Experience

Workshop/Training

Aetna, USU’s Employee Assistance Provider, presents a Resources for Living webinar. You don't need a lot of time to find a sense of calm and balance. It can be as simple as taking a few deep breaths. Join to learn simple ways to decompress, de-stress and participate in a relaxation exercises.

Data Science Workshops with the Ecology Center

Workshop/Training

This is a free skill sharing program though the Ecology Center that lets grad students learn immediately applicable techniques from their peers. All students from all departments are welcome! Tell your friends! This semester, we are pleased to offer 5 new workshops in addition to our most popular classics. Please review the schedule below and sign up for the workshops that you would like to attend via the event URL.

Jan 16 - Data management with data.table - Michael Stemkovski
Jan 23 - Iteration with loops/apply - Dani Berger
Jan 30 - Writing custom functions - Michael Stemkovski
Feb 6 - Script organization with Rmarkdown - Annie Schiffer *
Feb 13 - Visualizations with ggplot - Soren Struckman
Feb 20 - Working with words using regex & stringr - Michael Stemkovski *
Feb 27 - Wrangling spatial data - Dani Berger
Mar 6 - Plotting maps - Maria Stahl
Mar 20 - Demystifying R model formulas - Michael Stemkovski
Mar 27 - Generalized linear mixed models - Kelvyn Bladen *
Apr 3 - Bayesian models with RStan/BRMS (NR 202) - Annie Schiffer *
Apr 10 - Machine learning methods - Kelvyn Bladen
Apr 17 - Working with databases using SQL - Soren Struckman *
* brand new workshop

CIDI Workshop - AI in Teaching: Application Examples

Workshop/Training

This workshop provides step-by-step examples of using generative AI for the following applications: 1) lesson plans, 2) discussion topics, 3) assignment feedback, 4) assessment questions, 5) role play scenarios, 6) Images (time permitting). By focusing on specific examples, attendees will be able to follow the same steps in their own course AI implementations, or identify ways to adapt examples to fit their unique needs.

CIDI Workshop - Teaching Online Classes

Workshop/Training

Learn how to set up an online course in Canvas using a Canvas template. This workshop addresses the process of beginning with a course map, importing a Canvas template, and then developing and organizing course materials into modules.

Women's & Men's Basketball against NIC

Sports

Women's & Men's Basketball against NIC

Exhibit of Silent Scream, The Other Children Documentary & Panel

Exhibition

The event will begin with a screening of The Other Children Documentary, which highlights the difficult journey faced by thirteen children who had to endure their pain in silence in Turkiye. This will be followed by a panel discussion and interactive sessions on human rights violations and their lasting effects on the victims and the community at large. The evening will conclude with the Exhibition of Silent Screams featuring the memories of hundreds of people from all walks of life who have faced oppression and marginalization. This event is made possible in partnership with Silenced Turkey, the United Nations Association of Utah, Emerald Hills Institute, the USU Departments of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice, Mountain West Center for Regional Studies, Center for Community, Heravi Peace Institute, and the Cache Refugee and Immigrant Connection. We are grateful for their support and collaboration.

Volunteer Tutors for Athletics United

Student Activities

Assist and mentor middle school and high school students from refugee and immigrant backgrounds with community partner Athletics United. You'll help with homework, studying, and other activities. All activities will be supervised. Sign up through AggiePulse (link provided) for details you'll need to know at the beginning of the week of your scheduled session. Address provided upon sign-up.

Intermountain Intertribal Indian School Panel Discussion

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Join us at the Russell/Wanlass Performance Hall to learn about the Intermountain Intertribal Indian School from alumni, scholars, and a former teacher. Reception to follow at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art.

Business Scaling Consulting With Enterprises Consulting & Jonathan Johnson

Social/Networking

Join us to learn how to scale your small business, escape owner burnout, avoid common business traps, and implement effective growth strategies. Plus, discover how to recognize when you need help to keep your business thriving. Bring YOUR business ideas, questions, and challenges related to entrepreneurship, and get expert advice tailored to your needs! Jonathan's expertise helps tackle some of the most frustrating business challenges, including finding and hiring the right people who will stay and thrive, distributing responsibilities effectively (not just logically), and executing strategies to attract more customers and expand business capabilities. It’s all about scaling businesses while preserving the owner's freedom. A business should be a valuable asset—not a self-consuming job. P.S - Epic Enterprises is accepting Internship Applications.

BAP Professional Meeting

Social/Networking

BAP Professional Meeting with Eide Bailly.

InterVarsity Christian Fellowship Large Group

Student Activities

We are a group of Christians on campus from all different backgrounds. We come together every Thursday to explore our faith, enjoy community, and have tons of fun together. Everyone is welcome!

Call for Community-Engaged Posters

Ceremony/Awards/Celebration

The Center for Community Engagement invites students, faculty, and staff to share exemplary community-engaged practice, research, or teaching in our annual poster session. Audience Award Winner will receive a $50 gift certificate to a local business. Submissions are due through the website provided below by 11:59pm Friday, April 11, 2025. Poster session to take place in the TSC Lounges Wednesday, April 16, 2025, 4:00pm-5:00pm.

Aggie Ski Day

Recreation

Ski Sundance slopes with other Aggies at a screaming Aggie rate. Aggie Ski Day Tickets for Aggies Ages 13-64 Tickets for Aggie Kids & Seniors (select Junior or Senior tickets) See Checkout Tips Below. (Aggie Ski Day Image) Check Out Tips · Add the desired quantity of “Junior” and “Senior” tickets to your card. Or regular Aggie-Rate Adult tickets. · You will be prompted to create an account before checkout. · Once purchased, an email with a link to a QR code will be sent. · On Aggie Ski Day, you will take your QR code to one of the pickup boxes: o Location 1 (recommended) Just inside the main doors of the New Day Lodge (located in the upper parking lot) o Location 2 In front of the rental shop at the base of the resort

Paper & Clay Exhibition

Exhibition

The Paper & Clay is a national juried exhibition open to all BFA & MFA printmaking and ceramic students across the country. This is the 8th annual exhibition which will showcase over 60 exceptional contemporary student works from various academic institutions.

Facing Limits in the American West - A Community Discussion on Past, Present, and Future Directions

Panel Discussion/Presentation

A Watershed Moment Presentation

Mock Interview Day

Social/Networking

Join us for Mock Interview Day—a stress-free way to sharpen your skills and build confidence. Practice with real professionals who’ll provide valuable feedback to help you stand out. Whether it’s for an internship, job, or grad school, this is your chance to turn “What are your strengths?” into a slam-dunk response.

Register to attend.

Five-Slide Friday

Workshop/Training

Five-Slide Friday is an informal get together over lunch on (some) Fridays where faculty and students from the Department of Data Analytics and Information Systems can present about their education, field of study, work experience, academic research, ASC project, new favorite data tool, etc. and answer questions. The objective is to help ease the friction that naturally occurs in interdisciplinary settings while helping both faculty and students learn and retool. Bring your lunch and, if you're presenting, remember that you can't prepare more than five slides!

Pomerelle Night Skiing

Recreation

Join us for a night of resort skiing or riding at Pomerelle Mountain in Albion, ID. This small but mighty resort offers a variety of different trails for different skill levels and boasts “the deepest snow in Idaho!” Downhill skis or snowboard are required and available to rent from the OP Rental Shop. Trip cost includes transportation, lift ticket, and student leadership.

Design Build Fly Weekly Meeting

Meeting

Help us design, build, and fly an R/C aircraft in an international competition! General meetings are held every Friday from 3 to 4.

HackUSU

Special Event

Be part of an exhilarating 24-hour Hackathon, where college students and high school seniors alike can showcase their coding prowess, hardware wizardry, or business acumen while competing against other dynamic teams. Beyond the competition, immerse yourself in a world of knowledge with our diverse range of workshops and tech talks, covering a spectrum of captivating topics. Forge invaluable connections through networking with industry experts, sponsors, and potential employers, gaining insights, and exploring exciting career prospects. And of course, fuel your creativity with a delectable dinner on Friday, along with breakfast, lunch, and dinner on Saturday, supplemented by an array of snacks to keep your energy soaring throughout this unforgettable event. Join us for a 24-hour journey of innovation, learning, and connection - don't miss this opportunity to elevate your skills and make lasting memories!

HackUSU (ENGR VERS)

Special Event