Utah State University recognized 28 faculty members for earning a nationally recognized teaching credential co-endorsed by the Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) and the American Council on Education (ACE) during a campus-wide pinning ...

More than 7,000 degrees were conferred during Utah State University’s 135th Commencement ceremonies held from April 15-May 6 — the first commencements to be held in person in two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

A new system for registering for CEU, or Continuing and Professional Education, courses launched on May 4 for summer and fall semesters at Utah State University. The system, called Destiny One, integrates with Banner to streamline registration and allow f...

In April, incoming students began receiving personalized financial aid videos highlighting the financial aid they were offered, including scholarships, loans and grants, as well as information on their proposed majors, academics and student life at Utah S...

Continuing its tradition of helping students at Utah State University gain access to personal and professional development experiences, the Student Orientation and Transition Services department held the third annual Aggie Leadership Academy (ALA) confere...

Rather than maintaining three separate offices to help match students with financial support and resources, the Scholarship Office, Financial Aid Office, and the Student Money Management Center merged under one roof to form the Student Financial Support d...

Before, online courses were organized into different sections based on the campus location closest to the student; now, there is only one section for any online course with a new campus code (“I”) to identify online sections in Banner and Argos reports.

The Center for Innovative Design and Instruction (CIDI) has teamed up with the Teaching and Learning Technologies (TLT) office to create a new tool in Canvas for instructors to specify how they would like the CIDI support team to address potential technic...

The Learning Management System (LMS) at Utah State University is playing a unique role during COVID-19, and even more now that fall semester is about to start. The Teaching and Learning Technologies team at USU has built four unique Learning Tools Interop...

More than 400 instructors from across Utah State University departments, colleges and campuses participated in the eighth annual Empowering Teaching Excellence (ETE) conference, held virtually on Aug. 18. The conference was titled “Pedagogies of Care: Com...

Utah State University has launched a new pilot program available for students beginning in the fall 2021 semester: student success coaching. The program is a free service that is available to all USU students.

As part of student orientation this fall, incoming Utah State University students were given a survey link, with more than 2,200 students participating. Students were asked a variety of questions, including questions about their academic preparedness and ...

After reducing capacity during the fall 2020 and spring 2021 semesters, the Utah State University Academic Testing Center is now back at full capacity for the fall 2021 semester. In addition, USU Academic & Instructional Services (AIS) is now offering a l...

Many Utah State University professors have been featured with phenomenal articles in the recently released book, Resilient Pedagogy: Practical Teaching Strategies to Overcome Distance, Disruption, and Distraction. The book is the first in the Empower Teac...

Utah State University Academic Testing Services is looking to hear from students as the center considers new desks on the Logan campus. The new desk movement was prompted by MyVoice feedback sent to the USU Student Association.

Nearly 1,000 students and 115 advisors from 45 high schools in Utah and Idaho attended Utah State University and filled campus with their excitement to resume in-person events and learn more about how to become better leaders during 2021’s Utah State Univ...

This summer, seven Outreach Specialists employed by Utah State University Office of Student Retention & Completion (SR&C) are contacting Logan Campus students who have not yet registered for fall of 2021.

The Aggie First Scholars program decided to do something special for the 2020 cohort for this upcoming semester. To create a connection with these students and to make sure they feel welcomed and cared for, AFS decided to send care boxes to students who a...

A group of 30 Utah State University instructors recently finished a 25-week Association of College and University Educators (ACUE) course. Each instructor was pinned during a virtual graduation ceremony for the course.

Utah State University’s ETE10 Pathways program is receiving national recognition. Participants in the ETE 10 program earn digital badges, or micro-credentials, designed in a three-tiered framework based on documentation of teaching improvement activities....

The Utah State University Center for Student Analytics hosted two new forums in which it discussed how student data is used to yield student success outcomes. More than forty-five students attended the first Analytics Forum and provided the analytics team...

During its 2021 virtual live event on April 12, Ellucian named USU CRM Systems Administrator Lindsay Farnworth as its Outstanding Community Contributor.

The Utah State University Office of Empowering Teaching Excellence (ETE) has released its spring 2021 issue of the Journal on Empowering Teaching Excellence (JETE).

Utah State University received the CampusESP Q1 ESP MVP Award for its work using CampusESP to inform parents of prospective students how to prepare their student to enroll at USU.

If one Zoom meeting on a schedule feels daunting, try balancing nearly 40 Zoom meetings at once. That’s exactly what happened for students in the Utah State University Taggart Student Center ballroom in an internship interview event for students in the Co...

Utah State University Learning Circles have been a big success during the spring 2021 semester. Even with the challenges of meeting virtually, USU has been able to have more learning circles than any previous year and have been well received by faculty an...

Utah State University has implemented a new texting program, partnering with Signal Vine to give offices a tool to connect with students beyond traditional email communications.

Utah State University has launched a new platform, the Aggie Parent and Family Network, designed to deliver announcements and newsletter content to parents of current and prospective USU students.

Thanks to a generous grant made by the Clark & Christine Ivory Foundation, eligible former students who were within 30 credit hours of graduation and have a gap of at least five years in their education are being contacted by the university’s Student Achi...

Working to keep track of students that need accommodations due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Utah State University has created a COVID Dashboard inside its Canvas learning management system.

With students returning to classes and hybrid classes joining in-person students with virtual ones, Utah State University has upgraded some of its classrooms to help facilitate discussions.

After collaborating with dozens of units across campus to discover data-informed insights about what helps students succeed, the annual publication highlights 20 student success insights in the Student Insights Report.

Utah State University will provide alternatives to new students unable to take the ACT or SAT placement exams who are seeking academic merit scholarships for the spring, summer and fall 2021 semesters.

Despite format changes to reduce the spread of COVID-19, the university saw a record number of students participate in the course designed to support students in their first year at USU.

Prior to the Fall 2020 semester, more than 1,200 students filled out pre-semester evaluation surveys, and this survey included a link to an SI introduction video to help students understand the benefits of attending SI sessions.

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting changes in academic structure, the Utah State Classroom Technology Team spent the summer preparing over 180 classrooms for hybrid teaching.

TRIO SSS has been operating on the Utah State University campus continuously since 1989, having provided academic support for approximately 2,500 students over that time. Participants receive services across multiple years, from the time they join SSS thr...

Mitchell Colver and Utah State University’s Center for Student Analytics were featured in two recent episodes of the Digital2Learn podcast. The Center for Student Analytics has developed a reputation for optimizing professional intentionality through the ...

After a competitive application process, the Utah State University Office of Empowering Teaching Excellence Committee for Scholar Awards has announced its 2020 cohort of scholars.

Utah State University has named Anca Matcovschi as director of statewide and online recruitment with the goal of increasing enrollment throughout Utah, and to further the university’s collaborative efforts with corporate, academic and governmental organiz...

The Coronavirus pandemic has impacted the United States in unimaginable ways and that has been particularly true for members of racial and ethnic minority groups, including Latinos. Utah State University’s Admissions office wanted to step up and help the ...

Utah State University creates box filled with Aggie spirit gear to send to 2020 graduates as they receive their diplomas.

This summer, the USU Online Master of Business Administration program will celebrate the graduation of its first graduating cohort.

Perhaps now more than ever our instructors know the importance of developing the skills and expertise needed to teach using technology to be able to reach our students wherever they are.

The Aggie community found creative ways to celebrate the 2020 graduates, despite the cancelation of the spring commencement ceremony due to COVID-19.

Her commitment to students and love for this institution will help the Financial Aid Office succeed at supporting students in achieving their higher education goals.

Utah State University is offering a free online class for qualifying students during the 2020 summer semester.

Utah State University (USU) is introducing a Prep Academy for prospective students who do not meet the university’s Admissions Index score to qualify for admission into a bachelor's degree program.

On March 12, Utah State University began the process of moving classes online. By March 18, classes needed to be available to students. Faced with this challenge, hear how the university tackled the many aspects of going fully online.

When classes at USU moved from in-person to online instruction at the beginning of March, this created two urgent needs for which the Center for Innovative Design and Instruction (CIDI) and the Disability Resource Center (DRC) worked together to find a tw...

Utah State University’s (USU) Registrar’s Office introduced a newly created online process to streamline requests for registration changes or overrides.

As the future of education continues to change dramatically, faculty are forced to acquire new teaching strategies that allow them to overcome the unique obstacles that arise with distance learning.

In the past few weeks AIS offices have created virtual resources and reminders to help students who are uncertain of their next steps. This has been in response to a large number of students’ fall plans changing.

A group of 20 non-traditional adult learners employed by the internationally recognized space, aeronautics, defense and cyberspace company Northrup Grumman, have been going through the program at USU Brigham City since fall 2019.

This year, Utah State University is celebrating the 25th anniversary of the conception of USU Online, which has brought digital education via the internet to more than 150,000 students from all 29 of Utah’s counties, all 50 states and 55 different countri...

The Utah Legislature recognized Utah State University for 25 years of excellence in providing online education and as Utah’s No. 1 recognized online university.

NCUR is a prestigious and significant research symposium with over 3,500 applicants from across the globe.

Parents of Utah State University students can now subscribe to a podcast that includes practical advice that guides families and students through their time at USU.

He obtained his bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Idaho and has worked over 18 years in software engineering.

The RN to BSN completion program is designed for licensed RNs who want to pursue their degree while balancing work and other life responsibilities.

The No. 23 ranking comes as USU Online celebrates its 25th anniversary of educating students.

Utah State University is collaborating with two other universities and the Outdoor Industry Association in the creation of a suite of continuing education certificates set to be unveiled this year.

He obtained his bachelor's degree in computer science from the University of Idaho and has worked over 18 years in software engineering.

First-generation students, faculty, and staff came together to share their stories.

The seminar focused on digital tools in higher education and the podcast discussed motivating online students.

1,208 prospective students awarded scholarships.

In total, 198 USU Online students graduated spring 2019

The partnership will bring vital higher education opportunities to Northrop Grumman employees.

Utilizing data analytics, the report offers important perspectives into student success.

A new organization will allow more collaboration to drive innovation for students.

VR goggles are now being used in many off-campus recruiting efforts.

Out of Study.com’s core methodologies, USU ranked high in accessibility.

The website features a new degree filtering tool and resources for prospective and current students.

The new assignments took effect August 15

The program allows students to interact with staff and meet other incoming students.

USU Partners with Box Elder High School to offer aviation courses to students.

Nine students are working as outreach specialists to help those who aren’t registered for fall.

Amazon’s Alexa is now installed in 13 classrooms and makes technology easier to access.

Jared Colton is one of six to national award winners.

A total of 44 Utah and Idaho high schools attended the conference.

Five students spent two weeks in Thailand volunteering to help vulnerable populations.

They will present their work at NASPA’s conference in June.

Administration from 19 different institutions attended the event.

In total, 198 USU Online students graduated spring 2019

USU Regional Campus faculty gathered at USU Eastern for the two-day event.

Starting May 1, Kaltura became the university’s exclusive lecture capture solution.

A-Team members answered more than 1,000 calls and replied to 492 emails.

The $175,000 grant will go toward opioid prevention, treatment, and recovery.

Amazon Business attended the launch to see Alexa used in the classroom.

A total of 17 institutions were represented.

A student researcher uses analytics to help Gear Up increase student success.

188 students and multiple offices teamed up to make the calls.

Admitted students and parents experience Aggie life on Logan campus.

They won for the system-wide orientation modules for incoming students.

In total, $44,250 was awarded between the recipients.

The average time to complete course evaluations was cut nearly in half.

The conference gives student leaders a taste of the Aggie life.

The tutorials work in tandem with the checklists to help simplify the process.

From touring campus to shopping for groceries, international students learned how to navigate Cache Valley.

In addition, a call for proposals for the ETE Conference will open February 12

The new staff members will work together to build strong Latino communities within USU

The master’s in instructional technologies & learning sciences ranked 3rd in the nation

The tech allows students and professors to more effectively engage in discussion.

London South Bank University invited USU analytics specialist to collaborate on ongoing research.

Funds vital upgrades to many USU regional campuses and centers

The two offices joined forces at the Higher Ed Fair.

New position will focus on USU Online.

High school juniors and seniors compete in a variety of subjects.

This tight-knit group started the tradition in 2016.

Prospective students nationwide are introduced to USU

Interest growing thanks to faculty and staff referring students to apply.

Submission deadline is December 10, 2018

Thousands of students access, find resources and hope through thrive.usu.edu

73% of incoming freshmen have at least a one-semester plan.

Seven news offices and departments added to roster.

More than 1,100 attended from the private and public sectors.

The conference kicked off the new school year with insights into higher education.

High school counselors throughout Utah get important insights into USU.

Participation jumped from 22 last year to 336 this year.

Plus, Foundations of USU Teaching for new faculty will be August 13.

Aggie Impact Video Ads Released Throughout Intermountain West.

The goal: establish USU-Online as the #1 online degree provider in Utah.

Each will be available 100% online.

Extension’s large educational offering to the public will now be more accessible.

The technology created one of USU’s most functional and flexible classrooms.

How a quality workforce initiative turned into a powerful program for incoming students.

The three-day conference included collaborative group work and feedback, breakout sessions, and workshops.

The six-session event was well attended by university vice presidents, department heads, and more.

Nearly 8,000 students used the center during finals week.

The online, USU-based journal covers a wide array of teaching subjects.

Universities attended the webinar from across the United States

Syllabi can now automatically update according to university policies and more.

Innovative technology is being used to improve, reshape education in the classroom.

Final call for proposals and important conference information.

The university has taken a prominent role in faculty development.

An Ongoing Grant Creating Better Learning Environments

An Ongoing Grant Creating Better Learning Environments.

Students will have access to USU’s 33 regional campuses and centers.

Blackboard Ally provides simple solutions for students and faculty

Microsoft Surface Studios Available Throughout Campus.

The Grant Provides Education Technology to Rural Utah.

Leading controversial discussions and empowering English language learners

Billboards located at prominent locations statewide

Professor demonstrates how VR is changing student learning

Helping English Learners Succeed and Controversy in the Classroom

A February 7th demonstration will show how faculty are using VR

AIS has recently hired the following individuals

Vivint employees now have an effective higher education option

It will start Fall 2018 Semester and be taught by the same on-campus faculty

Over 300 universities were evaluated

Faculty can now easily implement academic integrity resources into individual courses.

USU Reignites Vital Collaboration with Universities Nationwide Higher education leaders and innovators met to decide organization’s future and impact.

Find out how you can integrate VR and AR in your curriculum

USU faculty and staff pooled their resources to make it happen.

So far, it has been CanvasLIVE’s most popular presentation of the year.

Institutions throughout the west get a first-hand look at USU’s innovative testing center.

Panel unpacks objective and subjective truth in the classroom.

Thousands of student success variables used to ID students most likely to benefit

OERs give faculty more freedom and help students save money

All available classroom technology is more accessible

Just a short, online form away from receiving course feedback

Selected staff to receive award at banquet

SMAC’s work on the “I Will” campaign among winners

A poster series for the Aggie Leadership Extravaganza

New hires in Fall 2017

Faculty and administrators get a first-hand look at analytics

Faculty throughout the state attended

Technology from virtual reality to 360 degree video

Replacing the binder with an electronic dossier

There will be a keynote address, followed by a hands-on workshop

A non-academic version of Canvas

From online courses to flipped instruction, faculty collaborated on useful styles

The feedback is expected to bring progress and change.

What’s fun for some is a lot of work for others.

In fall of 2016, the USU Eastern Prehistoric Museum reached out to Student Marketing And Communications (SMAC), to help update the museum’s two, high-traffic billboards.

USU’s 2017 Computer and Technology Fair brought in big tech companies to showcase how the latest technology can be used in educational environments.

The Center for Innovative Design and Instruction (CIDI) at USU recently published the inaugural issue of The Journal on Empowering Teaching Excellence

Utah State University (USU) is piloting an innovative new system designed to better gauge student success, during the upcoming academic year.

Over 60 faculty throughout the USU System learned first-hand from Dr. Barbi Honeycutt, a renowned teaching expert, how to effectively flip their classrooms at an Empowering Teaching Excellence (ETE) faculty seminar.

The future of analytics in higher education is changing dramatically, and Civitas Learning is at the forefront of this new direction.

Competency-based education style gives students the flexibility to work through courses at their own pace.