always the beginning a new academic I Excitement am thrilled to accompanies announce that as partofof a landmark year, and this fall, the momentum is multiplied by the addition and partnership, Dixie State University and the Greater Zion renovation of important spaces on campus. As we work toward our Convention & becoming Tourism Office a strategic strategic goal of the firsthave open,entered inclusive,into comprehensive, marketing university agreement thatentire will result Greater Zion receiving polytechnic in the nation,innew facilities provide the space offer our studentsmarketing amazing experiences more necessary than $2 to million in annual exposure that and exemplify ourStadium “active learning. active life.” approach to Stadium. education. Trailblazer being renamed Greater Zion In addition to providing students in all academic disciplines with hands-on learning opportunities that prepare them to graduate The 20-year, $10 million agreement maximizes revenue career-ready, our polytechnic focus prepares students to fulfil the generated by visitors—not Washington County taxpayers—to healthcare, science, engineering, and technology workforce needs create superior experience for both visitors residents. that our aarea employers so desperately need. Our and state-of-the-art The partnership is truly a win-win-win situation forthis everyone; Science, Engineering & Technology Building opened semesterit and will givethe students access to builds the cutting-edge equipment and promotes area nationally, the community, and fuels premier learning opportunities they needpeople to be prepared to meet economic growth by bringing more to our gorgeous this workforce demand upon graduation. Under construction since corner of the world. October 2019, the five-story building offers classrooms and twentyeight specialized labs, such as a gross anatomy lab, that more than As part of this effort, the Tourism Office will establish a visitor triples the size of our current facilities. This functional facility will centerbecome at the astadium and information at other key quickly favorite study spot for many kiosks of our students. locations on campus to showcase visitor activities to all those Providing a home away from home for 534 Trailblazers, Campus View also opened thisDixie fall. Building off the success of the who Suites attendII events on the State campus. Additionally, first Campus welcomed 352 students in Dixie State View will Suites betterbuilding, be ablewhich to tell prospective students 2016, this facility offers suite-style living quarters as well as common what an amazing backyard full of abundant recreational recreational spaces that certainly will facilitate DSU’s unique “active opportunities have when attend learning. active they life.”will experience. In they addition to DSU. offering more
students the opportunity to experience the sense of community, The timing of this partnership couldn’t be more perfect, as it will assist Dixie State during our transition to NCAA Division I status through opportunities to expand athletic facilities. The university plans on adding state-of-the-art 10 www.sghealthandwellnessmagazine.com www.saintgeorgewellness.com press boxes and comfortable event space to the existing
convenience, and increased retention Western Athletic Conference rates that accompany living on starting this July, Dixie State campus, the facility will feature a will take on competitors based hammock garden that will provide everywhere from Washington, the perfect spot for students to take aCalifornia, mental health break while Arizona, andbasking New in the St. George sun. Mexico to Illinois, Missouri, and Across campus, we have partnered Texas.Intermountain This will give Healthcare Greater Zion with to access to would renovate theaudiences space just itsouth of Burns Arenaleave to create the Athletic otherwise unreached. Training Center. The center celebrates the tenthwith anniversary of Plus, partnering Greater our sports medicine partnership. Zion is a natural fit for Dixie The 10,388-square-foot facility State University. offers more than The 400 Tourism studentOffice’s vision to “Inspire athletes Division I-level Greater. medical care, screenings, sports Experience Greater. Livepsychology Greater.” Richard “Biff” Williams services, rehabilitation, and more. Additionally, the facility provides aligns perfectly with Dixie State’s “active learning. active life.” President academic opportunities, as students in our Masters ofofAthletic approach to education. Both philosophies take advantage of the Dixie State University Training program work with and learn from Intermountain Healthcare beautiful, world-renowned professionals in this space. destination we live in by encouraging With Community classes, student performances and students, visitors, Education and residents alike to learn by exploring. games, and community events, there is always a perfect reason to Here at the University, we recognize that valuable learning come to campus and check out our new additions. See for yourself experiences take place inside and outside of the classroom. By why every day spent on the DSU campus is a great day to be a taking advantage of experiences available in Greater Zion, we Trailblazer! all can grow academically, actively, and holistically. This unique, trailblazing partnership certainly will enhance our community for years to come. I can’t wait to see you at upcoming games, concerts, and community events in Greater
