Rick Caldwell of Utah-Choosing Utah State University

Rick Caldwell of Utah - Choosing Utah State University Rick Caldwell of Utah is someone who valued education, which is one of the main reasons that he chose to attend the Utah State University on a basketball scholarship. He chose the school partly because of its rich history. No other place provides the complete package as USU: top-notch academics, nationally recognized research, Division I athletics, and more than 200 student clubs and organizations. Plus it's the oldest residential campus in the state.

Rick Caldwell praises the university for his excellent education.

Another factor that made the school so appealing says Rick Caldwell is that USU is just 15 minutes from two mountain ranges and within a half day's drive of six national parks, including Yellowstone. It offered so many opportunities mainly found at larger schools, but with a small-school feel.

USU is the #1 public university in the West for lowest tuition on Forbes' list of America's Best College Buys (2011). Rick Caldwell highly recommends the school to anyone looking to get a great education. He feels in love with the area as well and quickly decided that it would be home.

Rick Caldwell of Utah is an experienced professional that he been in the construction industry for over 35 years as both a general contractor and real estate developer. He is certified by both OSHA and MSHA. Not only does he have the managerial experience, but he is also certified in the use of heavy equipment. Rick Caldwell felt that safety was important as well so he became certified in first response first aid and EMT. He provides his services to the greater Utah area, donating his spare time for charitable side work.

Rick Caldwell is a fan of living in the state of Utah. He likes that it is among the top two bestperforming states for low smoking habits, clean and safe water is easy to find, most company supervisors treat their workers like a partner rather than a boss, learning something new or interesting on any given day, and the general perception that the city is improving rather than going down hill.

Rick Caldwell of Utah tries to enjoy the outdoors as much as possible, taking his family on regular camping trips. He is also an avid hunter and has great respect for nature. He hopes to pass these values down to is own kids.