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BVHS Theater Team Goes to State Finals; Anne Overson Wins 1st in 'Musical Theater'

SUU College of Education and Human Development Names New Dean

CEDAR CITY - Dr.

Pamela J. Powell has been named dean of Southern Utah University’s Beverley Taylor Sorenson College of Education and Human Development and will begin her appointment on July 1, 2023.

“After an exhaustive national search, Dr. Powell was recommended as one with the perspective, experience and passion to lead our colleagues in the Beverly Taylor Sorenson College of Education and Human Development,” said SUU Provost Jon Anderson.

“After vetting a number of candidates, the search committee recognized Dr. Powell's commitment to the core values of SUU and the quality of its academic environment. Dr. Powell will bring to SUU an extensive background as a classroom teacher, faculty member, department chair, and associate dean. She is committed to the highest academic ideals and the shared governance process. We could not be more thrilled with her willingness to join us.” in collaboration across the university to advance the mission of SUU within the visionary College of Education and Human Development will be an honor. I am committed to the values and ideals of the university and am humbled to be able to serve in this role. I so look forward to coming to SUU!“

Dr. Powell has been recognized for her service to students with several awards including the Caring for Children Award from the Coconino Coalition for Children and Youth and the NAU Louie Award, given to a faculty member each year for outstanding contribution to the university.

BRYCE - The Bryce Valley High School (BVHS) Theater team is nothing short of amazing, with all seven member of the team qualifying for the State finals, which took place April 1, 2023.

On March 25th, the team headed to Escalante High School for their first Regional competition in years, if not ever. They had no idea what to expect, and their coaches were none the wiser.

High school drama has several competition categories, which are:

• One Act Play

Musical Theatre

• Pantomime

Dramatic Monologue

• Humorous Monologue

Contemporary Scene and

• Classical Scene.

As it was the first year for BVHS, they limited their participation to "Musical Theater" and "Pantomime."

Mason and Eliah Beesly performed "Run" from Happy Days . Anne Overson sang "Guenevere" from Camelot . Dallen Platt and Brooke Willis performed "Snap" from Happy Days, and Loyd Roberts belted out "You're never fully dressed without a smile." Kira Platt also performed a wonderful pantomime. All seven students qualified for State.

At the State finals on