By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University At a time when students, families, and communities are looking closer at the real-world value of a college degree, Colleges of Distinction has recognized Southern Utah University (SUU) as one of the most valuable higher education experiences in the nation for the 2026-2027 academic year. Colleges of Distinction is…

By Regan Hunsaker, Southern Utah University On any given game day at Southern Utah University, long before kickoff, tipoff, or the first routine begins, you’ll find familiar faces making their way through the gates. They’ve watched championship teams celebrate on the biggest stages. They’ve endured heartbreaking losses. They’ve welcomed generations of student-athletes, coaches, and administrators…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University Marking a major milestone in university history, the Southern Utah University (SUU) Men’s Rodeo Team captured the 2026 Rocky Mountain Regional Championship for the first time since the program’s inception. The T-birds capitalized on that momentum at the College National Finals Rodeo (CNFR) in Casper, Wyoming last week, finishing…

By Regan Hunsaker, Southern Utah University Southern Utah University student-athletes continued to excel in the classroom during the 2025-26 academic year, earning a combined 108 selections on the Western Athletic Conference’s Spring Academic All-WAC teams, including Freshmen/Transfer Academic All-WAC honorees. The WAC recognized student-athletes for their academic achievements in spring championship sports and honored outstanding…

From Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University To meet the growing need for student affairs professionals in higher education, Southern Utah University (SUU) is proud to announce its redesigned Master of Education (M.Ed.) in Higher Education and Student Affairs degree program. This graduate program provides a unique combination of practitioner-learning in student development. Launching in fall…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah – Demonstrating outstanding technical skill and forward-thinking innovation, Southern Utah University’s (SUU) student engineering team captured second place overall at the fourth annual 2026 Hydropower Collegiate Competition (HCC). Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Hydropower and Hydrokinetic Office (H2O), the national contest challenges the…

SUU Welcomes Special Olympics Utah Summer Games By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah — The spirit of competition and inclusion takes center stage at Southern Utah University as the community gathers to kick off the Special Olympics Utah Summer Games. On May 28, SUU and the Larry H. Miller Utah Summer Games…

From Regan Hunsaker, SUU Athletics CEDAR CITY, Utah — Southern Utah University has named Myndee Kay Larsen as its next Athletic Director following a national search. Larsen will begin her appointment at SUU in July. “Myndee Kay brings a clear vision for the future of Thunderbirds Athletics and a strong commitment to the long-term success of…

From Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University Southern Utah University (SUU) and Rocky Mountain University of Health Professions (RMU) have announced a new partnership designed to create accelerated pathways for students pursuing careers in physical therapy and occupational therapy. Through this collaboration, students will have the opportunity to complete both undergraduate and graduate degrees in a…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah — Southern Utah University (SUU) celebrated a decade of momentum today with the official ribbon-cutting of the Joe and Beverly Burgess Family Business Center. The ceremony, attended by community members, donors, and University leadership, marked the completion of the two-story, 21,727-square-foot facility designed to support the…

By Gabrielle Costello, Southern Utah University Each year at Southern Utah University, a valedictorian is selected from each of the colleges to represent their graduating classes. These exceptional students reflect both academic achievement and a deep dedication to their campus and community. College of Performing and Visual Arts – Kira Wootton Kira Wootton has been…

By Brooke Heath, Southern Utah University CEDAR CITY, Utah — Southern Utah University (SUU) is proud to announce Emily Sage Wheeler, a musical theatre major from Grace, Idaho, has been named the University Valedictorian for the Class of 2026. This prestigious honor recognizes Wheeler’s exceptional academic record and her significant contributions to SUU’s Department of…