PAINT “D” ROAD – Thursday and Friday
As we gear-up for our Homecoming festivities… don’t miss your chance to help with one of our long-standing
traditions… of painting “D” Road! Join us in front of the Burns Arena tomorrow… Thursday Sept 17 th or Friday
September 18th at 1:00 pm. Free Food for those who join in this project.
CARDBOARD CAMPOUT – Friday September 18th
Join us for our 6th annual “Cardboard Campout” to raise awareness of homelessness and gather food for the
local food bank. Bring a canned food donation, and some cardboard will be provided. Plan to build a shelter
with your friends and sleep on the lawn north of the clock tower. Meet at 7:00 pm to begin your construction.
Breakfast will be provided on Saturday morning.
2015 DSU HOMECOMING – “Rock the Red!”
Monday Sept. 21st
8:45 - noon Food and Kick-Off -- Gardner Patio – Free
6:00 pm
Classic Car Show -- Alumni House – Free
Tuesday Sept. 22nd
7:30 pm
Homecoming Queen Pageant – Cox Auditorium -- $5
Wednesday Sept. 23rd
12:00 pm
6:00 pm
8:00 pm
Strategic Plan Kick-Off – Cox Auditorium – Free to all
Volleyball vs. Notre Dame – Student Activity Center – Free with ID
Drive-In Movie at the Old Airport on TWO SCREENS - Free with ID
Disney Pixar’s – “Inside Out”
Thursday Sept 24th
4:30 pm
7:00 pm
7:30 pm
Women’s Soccer vs. Azusa – Hansen Stadium – Free with ID
Men’s Soccer vs. Azusa – Hansen Stadium – Free with ID
Mega Prizes BINGO – Gardner Center Ballroom – Free with ID
Friday Sept 25th
10:00 am
Noon
6:00 pm
Midnight
Alumni Assembly – Eccles Concert Hall – Free
Rock the Mall – No. Encampment – Free
Alumni Banquet – Student Activity Center -- $15
Call 435-652-7535 to reserve tickets
Rebel 5K – Hansen Stadium – Free with ID
10:00 am
11:30 am
12:00 pm
12:30 pm
3:45 pm
6:00 pm
9:00 pm
Midnight
Homecoming Parade – West on Tabernacle Street
Founder’s Day Assembly and Hall of Fame – The Old Tabernacle
Volleyball – Student Activity Center – Free with ID
Soccer Double Header – Hansen Stadium – Free with ID
Tailgate Party at the Alumni House – Free
Homecoming Game vs. Azusa – Hansen Stadium – Free with ID
Homecoming Dance – Gardner Patio – Free with ID
True Rebel at the Fountain
Saturday Sept. 26th
FREE SUNTRAN RIDES!
DSU students ride the Suntran buses free on homecoming week Sept. 21st – 26th with a valid student ID
THE REBEL 5K
The Rebel 5K has been a tradition during Homecoming week for years! The DSU Student Alumni Association
hosts this event and gives all proceeds got towards DSU Student Scholarships. This year's 5K theme is a Run
Through the Decades...60's, 70's, 80's. We invite you to dress up if you'd like in your best outfit! Prizes will be
given out for best dress! When you check-in you will receive a complementary t-shirt, and a chance to win
prizes. The event will be held on Friday, September 25 at the DSU Hansen Stadium. Check-in begins at
11:00pm and the run begins at Midnight! Entertainment will be provided! Get registered today by clicking the
link below! 20$ for the community and 15$ for students. You can register at Dixie.edu/rebel5k!
SUPPORT GROUPS at the DSU Health and Wellness Center
The following is a schedule of support groups to be held this semester. The main topic is Stress and Anxiety
Management. Each group session covers a different skill or technique to help you better understand and cope
with stress and anxiety in a healthy way. These groups are free to DSU students.
Time:
11am or 3pm (pick whichever works best for you!)
Location:
DSU Health and Wellness Center (34 North 600 East)
9/18
9/25
10/2
10/9
10/23
10/30
11/6
11/13
11/20
12/4
12/11
12/18
What is Anxiety? Change your intake!
Relaxation techniques/practicing Mindfulness
Catastrophizing and anxiety promoting thought patterns
Contain your Worry; healthy thoughts lead to healthy behaviors
Balancing your life and making a plan
Process group
What is Anxiety? Change your intake!
Relaxation techniques/practicing Mindfulness
Catastrophizing and anxiety promoting thought patterns
Contain your Worry; healthy thoughts lead to healthy behaviors
Balancing your life and making a plan
Process Group
LOOKING FOR A JOB?
Visit the DSU Career Center Digital Employment Board. www.dixie.edu/career then click on “employment”
and “student jobs” for an up-to-date listing of jobs currently available for students.
UCAP (UTAH COALITION AGAINST PORNOGRAPHY)
UCAP is having an event this Saturday, September 19th, 2015 at the Dixie Convention Center St. George, UT
from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
DSU WOMEN’S SWIMMING INFO
In preparation for its debut season in 2016-17, the Dixie State University women’s swimming program will
host an on-campus informational meeting for current DSU students interested in trying out for the team.
The meeting will be held on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at 3 p.m., in Room 115 of the DSU Student Activities Center
(Old Gym). First-year head coach Benjamin Rae and DSU Senior Associate Athletic Director for Compliance Mo
Eckroth will host the meeting and will provide detailed information about the new program, what steps must
be taken to ensure student-athlete eligibility, and answer any questions.
For more information, please contact Coach Rae at 435-705-4848.
“DEEP WEB”
The Dixie State University Computer Crime Institute presents “Deep Web” a computer crime documentary
about the investigation into Silk Road, Bit Coin, and the politics concerning the Dark Web. We would like to
invite all faculty, staff, and students to this movie night in the Browning Resource Center’s Dunford
Auditorium on September 16 starting at 6:00 PM. Refreshments and a discussion panel will follow.
DSU PERFORMING ARTS
Dixie State Symphony Orchestra: St. George City Town Square Friday September 18th at 7:30 p.m.
Dixie State Choirs: Cox Auditorium Saturday, September 19, 2015 at 7:30 p.m.
DSU THEATRE ANNOUNCEMENT
DSU Theatre is better than ever, and the student energy is incredible and guaranteed to impress in the upcoming
season. Join us for this year’s incredible line-up. God of Carnage, A Dark Comedy, Sept. 24-26; 29, 30, Oct. 1-3,
PG-13.
PARKING
All motor vehicles parked on campus must display a valid Dixie State University parking permit. You can buy
your pass online www.dixie.edu/parking or in person at the Burns Arena. To register your vehicle, you will
need your university D-number and also your vehicle license plate number. Office Hours: Monday-Friday
8:30am to 4:00pm at the Burns Arena. For more information please see www.dixie.edu/parking
GRADUATION DEADLINES
Meet with your advisor for a degree audit!
Associate’s degree (Fall 2015) application is due October 1
Bachelor’s degree (Spr/Sum 2016) application is due November 2
INFO ON THE UTAH CCONFERENCE ON UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH (UCUR)
The University of Utah will host this academic year's Utah Conference on Undergraduate Research (UCUR)
next February. All DSU students are encouraged to participate in this great event. Over the course of this
semester the Undergraduate Research Office, working with DSU's Undergraduate Research Committee, will be
offering training to all interested students and faculty mentors. Check out the UCUR website
here: http://ucur.org/upcoming-ucur.php
ADVOCACY FOR SURVIVORS OF SEXUAL ASSAULT
The Dove Center is providing advocacy for survivors of sexual assault through the Women’s Resource Center.
On Wednesdays from 3-5 p.m. in Holland #489 until December 16, 2015
DETAILS ON THE OUTDOOR RECREATION (ORAC) ANNUAL GEAR SALE
The Outdoor Recreation (ORAC) gear sale will be held September 18th starting at 9am. We will be selling
mountain bikes, road bikes and paddle boards. Brands, models, and retail prices are presented below.
Mountain Bike
2015 Giant Trance 2, retail price $2600, sale price $1000
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/trance.27.5.2/18763/76210/
Road Bike
2015 Giant Defy advanced 2, retail price $2125, sale price $1000
http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/defy.advanced.2/18732/76106/
(these bikes were hardly used this year)
Paddle Boards
2015 NRS Big Earl 6, retail price $1195, sale price $550
http://www.nrs.com/category/2811/sup/inflatable-sup-boards
2015 NRS Baron 4, retail price $1195, sale price $550
http://www.nrs.com/category/2811/sup/inflatable-sup-boards
2015 NRS Baron 6, retail price $1395, sale price $550
http://www.nrs.com/category/2811/sup/inflatable-sup-boards
All of the paddle boards were only used for one season. They are great boards and we will continue
purchasing and using them through NRS.
THE “D” BOOK
With so many things to do at Dixie State University and around the St. George area, the DSU Student Alumni
Association (SAA) made a bucket list for you! This book was created with you in mind, and to help you
successfully make lasting connections with fellow students, faculty, staff, and alumni of Dixie State University!
As you complete the traditions in the D Book you will become a Dixie Tradition Keeper, and better understand
the fundamentals and values of the Dixie. Take advantage of this opportunity to engage in the diverse and
enriching opportunities DSU has to offer. To get your free copy of the D Book, visit: dixie.edu/dbook and click
Enroll Now!
CLASSIC CARS AND FREE FOOD!
September 21 - 6:00pm Classic Car Show & All American Dinner (Free) You are invited to attend the DSU
Southern Utah Alumni Chapter car show! This free event showcases classic cars from several generations. Plus
enjoy a free all American meal provided by your Alumni Association. Sept. 21 at 6:00pm at the Alumni House
on the corner across from the Hansen Stadium.
THE WORKSHOP SERIES
DSU’s Writing Center is excited to announce this fall’s Workshop Series. Fun workshop-style classes on
informative topics including thesis statements, organization, and grammar will be presented by some of our
awesome tutors.
WEDNESDAY, September 16 @ 4:00 pm in HCC 471
• _The Writing Process: How to Organize Your Way out of Hell
TUESDAY, September 29 @ 12:00 pm in HCC 471
• _Thesis Statements: Say It Like You Mean It
THURSDAY, October 22 @ 4:00 pm in HCC 471
• _Take Your Words to the Gym: Learning How to Write Actively
WEDNESDAY, November 4 @ 5:00 pm in HCC 471
• _Unity, Cohesion, and Transitions: How to More Effectively Organize Your Ideas
MONDAY, November 16 @ 4:00 pm in HCC 471
• _Writing Professional Documents: Resumes, CVs, and Cover Letters
MONDAY, November 30 @ 9:00 am in HCC 470
• _Let’s Do Some Grammar: A Simple Way to Improve Your Writing