students the careersthat of their theavery essence I Preparing am thrilled to for announce asdreams part isof landmark of Dixie State University’s mission. Consequently, nothing motivates partnership, Dixie State University and the Greater Zion the University & community working withinto our students as Convention Tourism more Officethan have entered a strategic they achieve their educational goals. Now, to offer our students even marketing agreement that will result in Greater Zion receiving more hands-on learning and career preparation opportunities, we are more than $2 million in annual marketing exposure and working toward becoming the only open, inclusive, comprehensive, Trailblazer Stadium being renamed Greater Zion Stadium. polytechnic university in the entire United States. Characterized by million active learning that maximizes emphasizesrevenue career The 20-year, $10 agreement preparation and hands-on opportunities, a polytechnic education generated by visitors—not Washington County taxpayers—to offers academic programs in Science, Technology, Engineering, and create a superior experience for both visitors and residents. Math while integrating liberal arts into the educational experience. The partnership is truly a win-win-win situation for everyone; it This is accomplished by allowing students to learn by participating promotes the area nationally, builds the community, and fuels in real-world experiences through internships, industry partnerships, economic growth by bringing more people to our gorgeous and other opportunities inside and outside of the classroom setting. corner the world.institution, we have a 100 percent acceptance As an of open-access rate andofoffer our “active learning. active life.” educational As part this effort, the Tourism Office will establish a visitor experiences to anyone seeking an education. Because of this, we are center at the stadium and information kiosks at other key well on our way to being an open university; however, being an open locations on campus to showcase visitor activities to all those institution is more involved than offering open enrollment. An open who attend events on the Dixie State campus. Additionally, education removes barriers that traditionally prevent prospective Dixie State will better be able to tell prospective students students from pursuing higher education by providing easy access what anand amazing backyard of abundant recreational to formal non-formal learningfull opportunities. The ultimate goal opportunities they will have when they attend DSU. is to make learning accessible, abundant, and customizable to each and every student. The timing of this partnership couldn’t be more perfect, In line with our effort to be an inclusive institution, we embrace as it will assist Dixie State during our transition to NCAA an approach to teaching that caters to our students’ learning needs Division I status through opportunities to expand athletic and preferences that are as numerous as the number of students facilities. The university plans on adding state-of-the-art press boxes and comfortable event space to the existing westside grandstands, which will help attract more athletic, and community events. As a member of the 10 entertainment, www.saintgeorgewellness.com
we enroll. We strive toConference offer access Western Athletic to those who might otherwise have starting this July, Dixie State awill hard time securing an education take on competitors based by eliminating a wide variety of everywhere from Washington, barriers related to gender, age, California, Arizona, and New socioeconomic status, race, ethnicity, Mexico to Illinois, Missouri, and neuro-cognitive-physical ability, and Texas.unique This will give Greater Zion other circumstances. access to audiences it would Finally, as a comprehensive otherwise leave institution, Dixie unreached. State University will continue to expand the quantity Plus,quality partnering Greater and of our with undergraduate, Zion is a natural for Dixie graduate, and fit professional State University. The programs. In addition to Tourism building Office’s vision to research “Inspire Greater. up teaching and facilities, we will put Greater. an evenLive greater focus Experience Greater.” Richard “Biff” Williams on community engagement, offering“active learninglearning. opportunities to the aligns perfectly with Dixie State’s active President of life.” Washington County residents who have supported us so well for approach to education. Both philosophies takeState advantage of the Dixie University so long. beautiful, world-renowned destination we live in by encouraging Becoming an open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic students, visitors, and residents alike to learn by exploring. university will take a significant amount of time, effort, and Here at the University, we recognize that valuable learning dedication, but we are up to the challenge. As the only institution experiences take place inside and outside of the classroom. By that offers a comprehensive polytechnic-focused education in an takingand advantage of experiences available in Greater Zion, we open inclusive setting, we will continue to serve our community all can grow academically, actively, and holistically. well and offer educational opportunities that are second to none. Working to fulfill this mission certainly makes every day a great day This unique, trailblazing partnership certainly will enhance to be a Trailblazer. our community for years to come. I can’t wait to see you at upcoming games, concerts, and community events in Greater Zion Stadium!
