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1. AD Bennion Administration Building 2. AL J. Reuben Clark, Jr. Alumni House 3. AM Adam’s Memorial Theatre 4. AU Auditorium 5. BBF Bud Bowman Field 6. BC R.C. Braithwaite Liberal Arts Center & Braithwaite Fine Arts Gallery 7. BSF Softball/Soccer Fields 8. BM Burch Mann House 9. BU Dixie Leavitt Business Building 10. CA Carter Carillon 11. CC R. Haze Hunter Conference Center 12. CDL Shakespeare Child Care Center 13. CEC Community Engagement Center 14. CH Cedar Hall 15. CN Centrum Arena 16. COC Community Outreach Center 17. ED Emma Eccles Jones Education Building 18. ELC Electronic Learning Center 19. ELL Eccles Living and Learning Center 20. FM Facilities Management Administration 21. FMS Facilities Management Shops 22. GC General Classroom Building 23. GEC Sargon Heinrich Global Engagement Center

24. HC J.D. & Alice C. Harris Center 25. HP Heat Plant 26. JT Randall L. Jones Theatre 27. LEC Leadership Engagement Center 28. LIB Gerald R. Sherratt Library 29. MC Multipurpose Center 30. MT Motor Pool/Receiving 31. MU Music Center 32. OM Old Main 33. PD SUU Police Department 34. PEB J.L. Sorenson Physical Education Building 35. PR President’s Residence 36. PT Ponderosa Terrace 37. RCC Rocky Mountain Power Challenge Course 38. SC Science Center 39. SCA L.S. & Aline W. Skaggs Center for Health & Molecular Sciences 40. SH South Hall 41. SM Eccles Coliseum (the stadium) 42. ST Sharwan Smith Student Center 43. TC Tennis Courts 44. TH Engineering & Technology 45. USF Utah Shakespearean Festival Administration

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Welcome to SUU

Hello, Welcome to the Thunderbird Family! We are your Orientation Team Leaders and we are so excited you have made the decision to be a part of the T-Bird Nation. These next few years will be filled with learning, memories, friends, challenges, and laughter.

We hope that you grow to love SUU as much as we do. We are proud to welcome you to an environment where you will explore your previous interests and discover new passions. SUU has intentional opportunities, outstanding professors, and new facilities to help you accomplish your academic and personal goals. This campus will become your home and your fellow students your family.

This Red Book is a valuable resource for you to ensure your college success by highlighting all the opportunities within the Thunderbird community. Take full advantage of the resources and services that SUU has to offer for you as a student, such as the writing center, tutoring and math center, and speech and presentation center. Word on campus is the smartest people are in the tutoring center so go join them!

Get involved in the college experience. We encourage you to join a club, attend events on campus, and scream your painted face off near the 50 yard line during football season. Whatever it may be, do it. SUU is all about experiencing more! Just a quick tip of advice: Wear Red on Fridays!

There is no such thing as a silly question. Ask for help, seek answers, and visit the Orientation Office for any questions you may have. Professors, passport guides, and staff members are all here to help you excel and be the best T-Bird you can be! Come visit with us in the Hunter Conference Center, Room 212 anytime you have questions about campus or just want to chat with a passport guide.

So spread those wings and take flight because these next few years will be days that you will remember forever. Much Love,

Your Orientation Team Leaders

Heather GarciaBrent LooseTayler Page

Table of Contents:

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2 Map

3 Welcome from President

4 Table of Contents

6 SUU Orientation

7 Master Checklist

8 Directory

10 Academic Calendar

12 Oleader Articles

14 Housing

16 Dining Options

18 Utah Shakespeare Festival Thunderbard Project

20 Health and Safety

22 EDGE Program

23 Engagement Centers

28 Oleader Article

30 Traditions

31 Bookstore

32 Library

34 International Students

36 Thunder Academy

38 SUU Passport Program

40 Parents

42 Oleader Articles

44 T-bird Athletics

SUU Orientation

Traditional Orientation:May 16th July 14, 15, 16thJune 9, 10, 11th August 19, 20th

Overnight Orientation:June 13-14th July 18-19th

Adventure Orientation:August 16-20th

An 8-3 crash course about SUU. Meet your Orientation

Leader, go on a tour around campus, meet academic advi-

sors, and make friends with fellow students.

A two-day look at the University. Meet your Orientation

Leader, go on a tour of campus, meet your academic

advisor, and make friends with fellow students. Enjoy

activities at night at SUU’s Physical Education building.

climb the rock wall, compete in volleyball, play capture the

flag with new students, and enjoy walking tacos.

A four-day adventure in the beautiful national parks that

surround Cedar City with your Orientation Leader and

a Pace Setter to lead the way. Go rappelling, hiking, and

exploring in Southern Utah. When you return you will join

with other incoming students on SUU’s campus to

complete a tradtional orientation on August 20th.

What to Bring?Please bring casual and comfortable clothing and footwear for an outdoor campus tour (umbrella if weather dictates)

Wear SUU apparel. Show off your T-Bird Pride!

Make sure that you look presentable. You will get your picture taken that will stay on your student ID for at least one year!

An eagerness to learn and willingness to step out of your box.

Transcripts from other colleges or universities you attended while in high school.

Where do I report for Orientation?Orientation will be in the Sharwan Smith Student Center, you can check in for the day in the Entertainment Bureau. If you are lost on campus, just find someone in a black polo and ask them for directions.

Will I meet with an Academic Advisor at Orientation?Absolutely, you will meet your Academic Advisor in a group advising session. You will also have the opportunity to sign up for an individual appointment if you need more help with your class schedule.

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An 8-3 crash course about SUU. Meet your Orientation

Leader, go on a tour around campus, meet academic advi-

sors, and make friends with fellow students.

A two-day look at the University. Meet your Orientation

Leader, go on a tour of campus, meet your academic

advisor, and make friends with fellow students. Enjoy

activities at night at SUU’s Physical Education building.

climb the rock wall, compete in volleyball, play capture the

flag with new students, and enjoy walking tacos.

A four-day adventure in the beautiful national parks that

surround Cedar City with your Orientation Leader and

a Pace Setter to lead the way. Go rappelling, hiking, and

exploring in Southern Utah. When you return you will join

with other incoming students on SUU’s campus to

complete a tradtional orientation on August 20th.

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Master Checklist

Pay commitment fee

Accept any scholarships

Apply for housing/pay deposit

Register for class/buy textbooks

Take placement tests/varify transfer credits

Apply for financial aid/FAFSA

Pick up refund check (if applicable)

Apply for on/off campus jobs

Pay tuition and fees

Register for Orientation

Purchase parking permit

Attend Thunder Academy

Attend Orientation

Pick up current student sticker from Cashier’s Office

Welcome to Southern Utah University

Before you become an Offical SUU Thunderbird, there are just a few things you’ll need to do:

Directory

Pay commitment fee

Accept any scholarships

Apply for housing/pay deposit

Register for class/buy textbooks

Take placement tests/varify transfer credits

Apply for financial aid/FAFSA

Pick up refund check (if applicable)

Apply for on/off campus jobs

Pay tuition and fees

Register for Orientation

Purchase parking permit

Attend Thunder Academy

Attend Orientation

Pick up current student sticker from Cashier’s Office

Welcome to Southern Utah University

Customer Service/ Call Service: (435)586-8888Cashiers: (435)586-7720 Financial aid: (435)586-7735 Housing: (435)586-7966

Apply for on/off campus jobs

Academic Advising Bookstore

Take placement tests

Transfer credits Pay all tuition and fees Register for orientation Parking permit Thunder Academy T-bird Connection

Click here for the SUU Directory

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Academic Calender2014-2015

Fall Semester 2014

Spring Semester 2015

August 21-24 Thunder Academy 25 First day of classesSeptember 1 Labor Day 8-13 Homecoming & President Wyatt’s InaugurationOctober 18-21 Fall BreakNovember 26-28 Thanksgiving BreakDecember 5 Semester ends 8 Fall study day 9-12 Finals week

January 5 Spring semester starts 19 Martin Luther King Day

February 16 President’s DayMarch 9-13 Spring BreakApril 7 Festival of Excellence 23 Semester ends 24 Spring study day 27-30 Finals week May 1 Commencement exercises 2 Graduation 4 Maymester begins

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Secrets to Using the Library

Article: The Importance of Using a Planner EVERYDAY!

By: Madison Davis, SUU Orientation Leader

One of the best parts about coming to college is all of the fun!

The activities and clubs on campus provide a way for you to become

familiar not only with SUU’s campus, but also with the students.

While being involved around campus is extremely beneficial, it can

also hurt you if you don't manage your time appropriately.

Because you are going to be a fantastic and involved student,

you are also going to be busy. Between your general education

classes, required major courses, homework, studying, club meetings,

and school events, you will even have to find time to sleep. How will

you do this? By planning out your days with a planner.

The first thing that you should do with your planner is section off each time of day where you have a scheduled

class. These are priority. Schedule the rest of your extracurricular activities off of these. I also recommend that you plan

ahead. Being involved in activities can create situations where some events may overlap each other. By planning ahead,

you can address the issue in a quick manner rather than waiting until the day before to try to solve the problem. Once

you have all of your classes and out of school activities planned out, you now can visually see when you have time to

do things like study, do homework, or hang out with friends.

One important aspect of effectively using a planner is to buy the right one! It is best for you to find on with both

hourly time slots and a monthly calendar. Lucky for you, you will receive the perfect one during Thunder Academy!

The agenda that I received is the one that I have used all year. It comes with labels and stickers that allow you to keep

it organized and clean. Another great tip for your planner is to highlight. I like to keep each class or activity the same

color throughout the week. That way, when I am in a hurry, I can quickly glance at it, and know exactly where I am

going and what I need to bring.

While some students enjoy using the physical planners, many love electronic versions. Almost all phones,

tablets, and computers come with a calendar and planning section and many times you can sync all of your electronics

together so they have the same schedule. There are also many apps that can help you with planning and time manage-

ment. These apps also can give alarm reminders for events or when something is due. Technology is so advanced, and if

this would work better for you, utilize it!

While it may seem like a small aspect of your life, planners can make a huge difference. They can allow you to

physically see when you have time in your day to relax, and when you need to be doing things like going to class. It is

difficult being involved and getting good grades in your classes, but with the help of an agenda, and your time

management skills, I know that you can accomplish it!

Secrets to Using the LibraryBy: Miranda Jones, SUU Orientation Leader

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The library has a study space for all kinds of students. The top 3rd floor is what I call the “social” floor. There are plenty of large open tables for group and partner studying, and there is usually a quiet hum of voices and chatting. This is the one floor where people won’t give you the evil eye if you’re having a good time!

The second floor is what I like to call the “can hear a pin drop” floor. This one is my favorite. The reading room is centered under the oval slant of the glass windows of the building and here you find the most natural lighting (which is proven to improve your studying), and the quietest place on campus for substantial concentration. At night time there are also lamps on the study tables used for dim/low lighting.

The first floor is the lab floor. There is almost always a computer open…unless it’s finals week. Then they start raffling off the desk space… just kidding. But it is difficult to find one! If you ever run into this situation, you can always look online on the library website to find out if there are any available computers! It is acceptable to talk on this floor, but still keep it to a minimum.

On each of the floors there are also private study rooms. If you have a group of friends or classmates or even a group project, the study rooms are a great way to go! They are equipt with white boards and dry erase markers, and a projector that allows you to see whatever you are working on, on a larger scale. Study rooms are great to be able to talk and learn together as a group. These study rooms are free for your use and can be checked out at the circulation desk using your student ID card.

Can I print things off at the library? Yes! Your student fees automatically pay for 200 printing credits a semester! You will print just like you usually would and then head over to where the printers are located and re-type in your SUU Portal login information at the station set up. Once you are logged into that station, you will be able to see and click on pending pages you had sent to the printer and they will automatically print for you.

Does the library have textbooks? Of course! The library has a vast amount of the texts used in all of your classes! You can check these books out for a two hour period at the circulation desk. Be aware, however that you don’t wait until the last minute or depend on using this method because frequently another student will have the book checked out for the time being.

Can I eat food in the library? Yes. Sometimes the only chance you will get to eat while at school is during study time. Feel free to bring food but make sure it has a screw on lid, and is what the librarians like to call “clean”. Meaning it shouldn’t leave residue or trace behind! Just be sure to keep your drinks off of the keyboard!

The library is a big place, where should I study? It’s important that you study in the right place in the library, not only for your sake, but for those around you. If you’re a loud talker with an obnoxious laugh, or even a food cruncher, there may be places that you shouldn’t go. Here is a breakdown of the floors:

Housing

For more information and a list of prices please click here

An ideal community for upper-classmen that offers a more independent lifestyle with

the benefits of living on campus. Each apartment has a kitchen, living room,

bathroom and four to five single or double occupancy bedrooms. Although Ponderosa

is not air conditioned, summer temperatures are usually quite moderate and opening

windows generally keeps apartments comfortable.

An apartment-style community that fosters personal growth and community

development. Each 1,500 square foot apartment includes a full kitchen with all major

appliances and a furnished living room and eat-in area. Two full bathrooms,

complemented by dual-sink vanities located outside each bathroom door, make

preparing for the day easy. Apartments have four to five bedrooms, accommodate up

to six residents and feature both private and shared rooms

Designed with first-year students in mind, Cedar Hall’s innovative floor plan

promotes a social atmosphere, making it easy to connect with other students. The building

features a unique style of suites, in which two bedrooms join to a centrally located bath-

room. Each bedroom accommodates two occupants, totaling four

residents per suite. Suites are fully furnished. Living in Cedar Hall will require you to have

on of the meal plans. More information can be found on page 16.

Eccles Living Learning Center

Ponderosa Terrace

Cedar Hall

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Visit this link to find the perfect dinning plan for you this semester!

Dining OptionsWhy are Residential Meal Plans required?

The University assists in the process of new student transition by providing a structured housing

and dining program. When the needs for food and shelter are met, students can focus on their

studies and on adjusting to college life.

What is a Commuter Meal Plan?

These are meal plans that faculty, staff, and cash-paying students can purchase in order to dine on

campus at all retail locations with the added benefits that come with the plan.

What are Dining Dollars?

Dining dollars are additional dollar amounts included in a meal plan fee. Dining dollars can be

used at all retail locations, including Thunderbird Circle Dining.

What do I do if I have medical or dietary restrictions?

Contact the Chartwells Dining Office at 435-586-7781 and schedule an individual consultation to

best determine how our Dining Services can meet your needs.

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Meal Plans Dining Dollars Price (per semester) (per semester) 20 meals/semester $20 $175

50 meals/semester $50 $435

75 meals/semester $50 $660

100 meals/semester $50 $845

125 meals/semester $75 $1130

150 meals/semester $25 $1340

10 meals/week $75 $1340

12 meals/week $75 $1520

15 meals/week $100 $1620

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These are places

that you can eat at

on campus! Feel free

to dine here with currency

or dining dollars!! YUMMY!!

ThunderBard Project The ThunderBard Project brings

together new SUU students along

with SUU faculty, staff and members

of the Utah Shakespeare Festival in a

common play-reading and play-going

experience. In 2014, students have the

opportunity to read William Shake-

speare’s the Twelfth Night and see it

live at the Tony Award-winning Utah

Shakespeare Festival.

As summer comes to an end and

school begins again, the Utah

Shakespeare Festival would like to

welcome students by extending a

special offer to attend the Festival

plays. All SUU students who have a

valid school ID may receive the

Festival’s exclusive Student Access

Card.

The card, which costs just $35, is

valid for one ticket per show, for an

unlimited number of shows August 19

to October 19. Student Access Cards

are available for purchase in person at

the Festival Ticket Office.

Student Special

In the Adams Shakespearean Theatre,

June 23 to August 30

• Henry IV Part One by William Shakespeare

• Measure for Measure by William Shakespeare

• The Comedy of Errors by William Shakespeare

In the Randall L. Jones Theatre

June 23 to August 30

• Sense and Sensibility

by Joseph Hanreddy and J. R. Sullivan

• Into the Woods

by Stephen Sondheim

In the Randall L. Jones Theatre

June 23 to October 18

• Twelfth Night by William Shakespeare

In the Randall L. Jones Theatre

September 20 to October 18

• Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure

by Steven Dietz

• Boeing-Boeing

by Marc Camoletti

Exploring the world of

Shakespeare doesn’t have to end with

the Thunderbard project, students are

encouraged to attend all the shows at

the festival. The shows will run from

June 23rd to October 18th.The Utah

Shakespeare Festival is proud to

present a wide variety of shows that all

audiences will love.

2014-2015 Schedule

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The mission of Counseling and

Psychological Services (CAPS) is to

help SUU students achieve their

educational, career and personal

goals. Understanding that students’

first priority is to successfully earn a

degree, they are here to assist in ad-

dressing the stress and conflicts that

may distract students from achieving

their full potential. CAPS is staffed

with experienced licensed

psychologists and social workers who

work with students to reduce the

interference of everyday stress and

also treat more serious conditions.

CAPSExplore their website to learn more

about their office, the services offered

and how to access services. If you are

experiencing an emergency, please

call 911, contact SUU Police at 586-

7793 or 586-1911, or go

directly to the nearest emergency

room.

Click here to explore CAPS

HEALTH

Instacare

962 Sage Drive Cedar City,

Utah 84720

Phone: (435) 865-3440

Fax: (435) 865-3472

Hours: Mon thru Sat 9AM - 9PM

Call for holiday hours.

http://intermountainhealthcare.org/

(435) 865-1387

http://www.familyhc.org/

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EDGE Program

Preparing for and completing your EDGE Project

is a process in which you will construct a hands-on

learning project of your own and help decide how it

advances your education. This process gives students

at SUU a superior academic experience and is a

requirement for graduation with a bachelor’s degree.

You can choose to connect your project to your major

or you can pursue another area of interest.

Step 1: Exploration & Fact Finding

Register: UNIV 1010 – Program Introduction (1 cr.)

This first class will expose you to the many different

experiential education and engaged learning options

available at SUU and fire your imagination for creat-

ing your own EDGE Project.

Step 2: Explore Ideas and Discover Your EDGE

Project

Use your imagination, curiosity, experience, passions,

and academic interests to come up with a hands-on

learning project that is uniquely yours! Many students

want to complete their EDGE Project by participating

in ongoing programs at SUU. This page will give you

a few examples of programs that you can participate

in to complete your EDGE Project. There is no class

for step two, but you should create your project and

move to step three sometime before you’ve earned 75

credits.

The EDGE Program contributes to a high-caliber education by allowing students a formal opportunity to create their own experiential learning

project while developing a richer and more sophisticated understanding of honoring the merger of thought and action.

Step 3: Organizing & Preparing A Proposal

Register: UNIV 3925 – Project Proposal (1 cr.)

You will start this class by choosing which engagement

center you want to do your project through. You will

explain your project and create a proposal to

communicate your ideas to faculty who will help you

fine tune and define your learning outcomes. Successful

completion of UNIV 3925 will result in approval for

your project. You may take UNIV 3925 any time after

completing UNIV 1010, but before you register for this

class you should have an idea of what EDGE Project

you want to create.

Samples of Experiential Activities:

-Undergraduate research

-Internships

-Service-learning

-Study abroad

-Entrepreneurship

-Product development/enhancement

-Develop leadership skills

Step 4: Formal Engagement

Complete Your Project

After you finish UNIV 3925 (and have had your

proposal approved) you get to do your project! The

project can be connected to something that gives credit

or it can be a non-credit bearing activity. The project

can be in any field you are interested in regardless of

your major.

Step 5: Post Activity Reflection & Synthesis

Register: UNIV 4925 – Program Completion (1 cr.)

After you complete your project you will take UNIV

4925 in which you reflect on your learning. You will

develop different ways in which you can share what

you have done with others. You will also get to

showcase your final project.

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SUU Engagement Centers

Mission:The Global Engagement Center fosters

empathy, cultural and global understanding,

experiential learning, and personal enrichment

by providing SUU students, faculty, and staff

with the resources and guidance necessary to

enhance their learning and research in safe,

intellectually stimulating programs in a variety

of locations worldwide.

Click here to learn more

• Semester exchange abroad at a partner

university

• Two to four week summer study abroad

led by SUU faculty

• Teach English abroad

• Rural Health Scholars medical service

abroad

• Community service abroad

• Conduct original research abroad

Possible EDGE project ideas:

Global Engagement

Watch this video to learn more!

Creativity & Innovation Engagement

Mission:The SUU Center for Creativity & Innovation

(CFCI) supports students, faculty, and staff in

their creative endeavors and efforts to innovate

in their fields. The CFCI also supports experi-

ential and engaged learning through the SUU

EDGE Program.

Braithwaite Building 203-C

(435) 865-8080

Click here to learn more

• The development of a series poetry writing

exercises now used in on-campus group grief

counseling program.

• Field research in native Utah grasses that

went into the writing, design, and printing of

an original book-length field guide.

• Two international students took 300

professional portraits of SUU students to show

the wide variety and diversity of the student

body.

• A group of three students wrote, illustrated,

and designed a children’s book, then printed

and distributed the books to a local headstart.

Past EDGE projects:

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Watch this video to learn more!

Leadership Engagement

The Leadership Engagement Center coordinates

personalized and integrative learning experi-

ences for SUU students desiring to acquire and

cultivate the knowledge and skills of effective

leadership. Exploring

leadership behaviors will enable students to

learn and practice critical thinking, clear

communication, and personal integrity as they

endeavor to become empathetic, conscientious

and accountable leaders within their chosen

organizations and communities.

Mission:

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• Set up a high school program

• Organize an after school program

• Participate in a student leadership posi-

tion

• Complete an internship

• Teach underprivileged children

Possible EDGE project ideas:

Outdoor Engagement

Click here to learn more

Possible EDGE project ideas:• Become an outdoor leader- join the Pacesetters Club• Experience diverse outdoor activities- par-ticipate in a Peer Adventure• Enhance your resume with an outdoor twist- popose an outdoor EDGE project• Gain valuable career experience while getting paid- participate in an IIC internship• Learn to climb, canyoneer, scuba dive, horseback ride, and more- register for an ORPT skills class• Network with outdoor professionals- check out an Outdoor Education Series seminar• Enhance your leadership and outdoor skills- attend an Outdoor Engagement workshop

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SUU students, it's time to immerse yourself

in the beauty and excitement of southern

Utah. At the Harry Reid Outdoor

Engagement Center you will enhance your

knowledge and awareness of the natural,

cultural, and historic resources on public

lands while gaining lifelong skills,

friendships with like-minded outdoor

enthusiasts, health benefits, appreciation for

our natural world, and memories that will

last a lifetime. Choose one or choose all of

our outdoor activities for a truly

unforgettable college experience.

Community Engagement

Mission:

The Community Engagement Center promotes

lifelong learning and service through campus

and community opportunities that uphold our

core values of academic excellence, personal

and social responsibility, and transformative

learning.

Click here to learn more

• Promote breast cancer awareness

• Take part in Sub for Santa

• Become a math tutor

• Volunteer as a sports coach

• Participate as a Meals on Wheels

volunteer

Possible EDGE project ideas:

Watch this video to learn more!

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1. Budget- Do some math and know how much money

you have to spend each week on meals. This will help

you to not be living off Ramen noodles during finals

week!

2. Plan- Plan your weekly meals ahead of time! You will

know what to grocery shop for and won’t have to resort

to fast food if your cupboards run empty.

3. Coupons- Take advantage of the deals in the maga-

zines and papers, you’ll be surprised at the money you

can save!

4. Family size- If your roommates are looking to save

some cash, combine your groceries together. Food is

definitely cheaper when purchased in bulk, but difficult

to consume on your own.

5. In season- We all love fresh produce, but hate the

fluctuation of their prices. Pay attention to when

certain fruits and vegetables are in season. It will make

a huge impact on your receipt and taste buds!

6. Local- In conjunction of your love of produce and

community, support local Cedar City farmers when

purchasing in-season goods.

TOP TEN Ways to Eat a Healthy Diet on a College BudgetBy: Aferdit Sadrija, SUU Orientation Leader

7. Alternatives- If buying fresh foods doesn’t

always cut it into your budget, there are plenty of

cheaper but still healthy options. Look into frozen,

canned, and dried foods. They’ve got a longer shelf life

and make for quick cooking ingredients.

8. Control- Resist those impulse buys with your friends

and roommates. They’re usually unhealthy bad take an

unexpected toll on your budget. Save the treats for a

planned celebration instead!

9. Free food-Stay in the loop and keep yourself

informed about on-campus events. There’s almost

always free food and beverages served!

10. Human nutrition- Want to keep off the

infamous “freshman fifteen”? Or just looking to make

some healthily changes to your diet? Take a

nutrition course here at SUU! You’ll learn everything

from vitamins and minerals to the safety methods of

food preparation.

True Tbird Night

Ghost of Old Main

Thunder Train

Old Sorrel

Traditions

SUU students gather at the foot of old Sorrel

at the Forever Red Celebration during

homecoming week. When the clock hits

midnight, Tbirds share kisses to become

true Thunderbirds. Remember: You can kiss

anyone you please ONLY during True Tbird

Night, any other night of the year it must

be during a full moon at midnight, and with

someone who is already a true Tbird. The

tradition has to be passed down!

A young woman named Virginia that was brutally

murdered by her lover in the red hills of Cedar

City. Her blood was spilt on the stone that was

soon used to build SUU’s Old Main. According

to campus folklore, her soul will forever remain

trapped in the building. Virginia is said to roam the

top floor of the building, stopping elevators,

playing eerie music of “Deep Purple” and

messing with the workers in the building. Many

people believe that it was because of her Old Main

caught on fire in 1948, 50 years after her death.

What better way to get pumped up at

games and to show your thunderbird pride

than the thunder train? Get ready to learn

this fun and upbeat tradition that will have

you jumping out of your seat!

When the state of Utah decided that it was time for

a school to be built in Southern Utah, the surround-

ing communities started to put together committees

to try to persuade the state to build it in their respec-

tive towns. The state decided that whoever could

build a school first would win the race, so Cedar

City began to build. Winter had set in and in order

to make the long and treacherous journey and Old

Sorrel horse would hit the snow banks until they

gave way for the company to push through.

When the horse would get tired he would sit

on his hind flanks, just like a dog, until he was

rested enough to push forward. Thanks to him

and the support of our community, we have

SUU today.

ThorCorp

Gerald R. Sherratt

Bell Tower

Watch SUU Traditions

Remember to rub the Head of Gerald Sherratt

located in the lobby of the library, before a

test for good luck!

During Thunder Academy, new SUU students

walk under the bell tower as the incoming class

towards the rising sun to symbolize their time

starting at SUU. Students are then asked to

refrain from walking under the bell tower again

until the have graduated from the University.

Graduating seniors will then walk under the

bell tower towards the setting sun, symbol-

izing a closing of a chapter here at SUU and the

beginning of a new adventure.

Think you have what it takes to cheer on the

thunderbirds with the best of them? Well join

ThorCorp! This group of students sit up front

at gaming events, hold tailgating opportunities,

paint faces, and lead fellow students in cheers

like the thunder train!

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Bookstore The SUU Bookstore sells textbooks, of

course, but they offer so much more in the way

of services and goods. If you haven't been by

to get your SUU gear for the next game, now's

the time!

The bookstore is responsible for all retail

sales on campus and items are also available

online.

In addition to textbooks, you may pur-

chase office supplies for on-campus entities

tax-free. The Convenience Store (C-Store) is

across the hall from the bookstore and offers a

variety of health and beauty products, as well

as snacks and drinks. A portion of bookstore

revenue is used to fund student scholarships.

The bookstore promotes student activities and

on-campus functions by donating promotional

items, and the Utah Shakespeare Festival,

SUU Athletics, and the Utah Summer Games

all earn commission dollars from bookstore-

related sales.Find out more and shop here

Library

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The mission of the Gerald R. Sherratt Library is to ensure access to global

information within a personalized learning environment by collecting, organizing,

preserving, disseminating and creating information for the University community. The

role of the library is to actively stimulate the optimum use of information resources by

developing information literacy skills that support the university curriculum, student and

faculty research, and public service. Unique to our mission is the training of instructional

media professionals.

Textbooks required by SUU profes-

sors are available for students to check

out for up to two hours at the circula-

tion desk in the library.

T-Bird TextsThe Copy ShopThe Copy Shop offers a variety of

professional products and services to students,

faculty, and staff. Many services are self-serve,

but they also have a staff that can complete a

variety of projects for you. Bring your project

to the copy shop and they will give you a

price and a time of completion. One thing to

be aware of is, they will not copy copyrighted

materials including books and photographs.

Questions?Text a librarian!

435-215-4SUU (4788)

Chat with a librarian online

Contact the reference desk

Main level of the library

International StudentsInternational Student Check-In

All international students are required to check-in with the Global Engagement Center (GEC) as soon

as possible after their arrival to Southern Utah University. Please come prepared with the following

items:

Copies of all immigration documents

Stamped I-20, Passport, and Visa

Personal contact information

Email

Address

Phone

Date of birth

Proof of insurance

If you are not already insured, the GEC has information available

Immunization records (MMR & TB)

If you do not have this information, the GEC will help you through this process.

International Student Arrival Services

The GEC can help you with the following needs, and any other questions you may have about your new

home away from home.

Banking needs

Cell phone

Insurance

Health screening

Appointments for on-campus TB tests and MMR immunization can be made through the GEC

Shopping trip

The Global Engagement Center is located at 439 W 200 S, across the street from the Music building.

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Facts: 465 international students were

enrolled for the 2012-2013 academic

year.

Including the United States, 28

countries are represented by students

attending SUU.

SUU has partnered with 41 interna-

tional universities in 27 different coun-

tries to offer semester study abroad

opportunities to our students.

SUU students are going to nine dif-

ferent counties this summer on study

abroad programs.

During the 2012-2013 academic

year, 113 SUU students studied abroad.

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Thunder Academy-Aug 21-24th

Why is Thunder Academy required?

Research has shown that students who attend pre-semester activities such as Thunder Academy

have higher rates of satisfaction, retention, and academic excellence in their first year following the

program. The four-day program features a formal introduction to SUU, a review of academic expec-

tations, and n overview of resources and tools available to you at SUU. It is also an opportunity to

build school spirit and excitement for your new home.

Is there any cost for Thunder Academy?

No. There is no additional cost for this program.

Do I need to register for Thunder Academy?

No. Your attendance is expected at Thunder Academy, so you do not need to register in advance.

Do parents and family members attend Thunder Academy?

Parents and family members are welcome to attend SUU at a Glance and the Academic Convocation,

which are the two first events. Afterwards, guests are expected to head back. This event is focused on

making sure new SUU students get to know one another.

Q&A

Starting college is a storm of various emotions—anxiety, excitement, confusion, and happiness. Thunder

Academy is a four-day event designed to ease you into the transition from your prior environment to

SUU. We build on what has already been shared at your summer orientation to ensure that you are ready

to succeed when classes begin.

The beginning of Thunder Academy is the Academic Convocation, which begins at 12:30 p.m. on Thurs-

day, August 21st. Please make sure you arrive on campus before then. Highlights of the event include at-

tending a Utah Shakespeare production, listening to nationally-known speakers, walking under the Carter

Carillon Tower, helping out nonprofit organizations in Cedar City, and visiting President Wyatt’s home to

enjoy dessert.

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SUU Passport

The Passport and Orientation class, UNIV 2010, is a common

experience class for all incoming first-year students. This one

credit, graded course introduces you to SUU in unique ways. It

gives you many opprotunities to step outside of your comfort

zone and attend out of the classroom events that you will find

very rewarding.

Attending Orientation and Thunder Academy will be a

major component to this experiential course. In fact, you will

be two-thirds of the way completed with the class by the time

school begins. Other modules included in this course will include

convocations, diversity, and the ThunderBard project.

You might even recognize your Passport Guide

from your time at Orientation!

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Parent Guide

Parent and Guest Orientation offers an opportunity to learn about the exciting new experiences

that await your student as they enter Southern Utah University. Parents and guardians are encour-

aged, but not required, to attend the SUU Orientation program.

By attending Parent and Guest Orientation, you will:

Gain an understanding of the resources available to SUU students and parents

Feel more connected to the University

Be better prepared to support and empower your student

Understand the University’s academic expectations

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Orientation:

Parent and Guest Programs

The Parent and Guest Orientation program is held concurrently with New Student Orientation. Although parents and

guest will accompany students for a portion of the day, there will be multiple occasions when parents and guests will

break away from students for specific programs. These programs include the following:

Special Address to Family Members

Hear from SUU’s President or Provost on why they are passionate about SUU and how important they know parents

are as a part of the new student experience. This presentation finishes up with information on how to support your

students in their college transition by Jerry Roeder, Dean of Students.

The Academic Side of Life

This presentation features Kelly Stephens, Director of Academic Advising and faculty member Todd Petersen.

Learn more about the Federal Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and what rights you have as a parent.

This session also covers details related to your student’s academic success at SUU.

Parent Panel

SUU staff and administrators answer questions and concerns during this Q&A session.

Money Matters

In this session, members of SUU’s Financial Aid Office present the different options available to students and

parents for financing a college education. This includes federal work study, grants, loans, and other scholarship

programs.

Evening Reception (for Overnight Orientations only)

Those parents attending an Overnight Orientation will be treated to a free movie at the Cedar Historical Theatre,

located on Main Street in Cedar City.

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Proper etiquette at sporting events

Being physically fit and How to avoid the Freshmen 15By: Eli Jobe, SUU Orientation Leader

Good luck, I believe in you!

1. Watching portion sizes. Eat regular sized meals in the dining hall; don’t eat more than you need.

2. Preparing your own meals. You’re now free to eat fast food all of the time now that your parents can’t stop you. Again DON’T, every

once in a while the optional fast food trip is okay, but it’s always better to cook a real meal at your place yourself or with roommates to split

costs which in the long run will be cheaper and healthier than fast food.

3. Walking to campus. Walk to your classes across campus, especially if you are living in the residence halls! It’s about a seven minute

walk from one side of campus to the other, plus walking burns more carbs and you’ll be saving the environment by not driving your car.

4. Join a club! Pacesetters, for example, is a great club where you’ll go on trips with other people on campus for canyoneering, hiking,

caving, and other great outdoor activities. It’s an great club to get involved with and you’ll meet some awesome people! There are plenty

of other clubs as well where you can run around on campus while simultaneously having fun and staying fit! Soccer club, flag football, vol-

leyball, and triathlon club are just a few examples.

5. The gym. Go to the gym with a friend! It’s always good to have a friend to motivate you to go workout rather than trying to conquer the

weightroom alone. You can even enroll in PE 1090, a one credit course where you get credit for everytime you go to the gym for at least 30

minutes.

6. The P.E. Building in general. Best place on campus? P.E. Building hands down. There are endless activities that you can be involved

in aside from just the weight room. Just to name a few, there is tennis outside, or racquetball inside, running/jogging/walking on the indoor

track, playing basketball, volleyball or dodgeball, swimming in the pool, even climbing the rock wall. All of these are free with your student

ID.

7. The great outdoors. This campus is great, for many reason especially for its surrounding not only for the stuff it has on it, but for the

activities all around it! All of these parks, beautiful hikes, and other outdoor activities keeping you outside and healthy.

8. Outdoor recreation classes. This school has one of the best outdoor recreation programs in my opinion (of course, because I’m an

outdoor recreation major!). There are classes here that will keep you up and moving like; backpacking, canyoneering, rock climbing, and

more! It’s hard not to stay physically fit when you have classes like these packed into your schedule.

Here at SUU we are very proud of our athletes. We always want students to participate in watching and

cheering on our SUU athletes, and here are some pointers on how to have a good time while keeping a

positive environment for our athletes, fans, and guests.

1. Get up on your feet! Our athletes need your support to cheer them on to victory!

2. Stay positive and respect court officials. Even though a referee may make a bonehead call (ok, we

KNOW they will), please refrain from using obscene language or gestures. This keeps the peace in the

crowd and will help keep our athletes positive.

3. Refrain from coming to athletic events under the influence of drugs or alcohol. Not only are many

of you under the legal drinking age (and this is a dry campus), but drunk people can be quite obnox-

ious at

sporting events and we don’t want inebriated fans ruining the experience for others.

4. Refrain from calling players names. It may seem fun to tease the player with a funny last name, but

that shows classlessness, and we are top shelf fans!

5. Bring your roommates and friends who may have never gone to a college sporting event. We need

as many fans as we can get so we can be loud and show the opposing teams our thunderbird pride!

6. Pay attention to the game, not your phone. Our athletes need your support!!!

7. If an opposing player gets injured, be respectful and applaud as the player gets up. Again, top shelf

fans!!

8. Pick up your trash on your way out so as to keep our arenas clean.

9. Most of all, have fun!! Come dressed in your SUU swag and give our athletes your support!

Proper etiquette at sporting eventsBy: Patrick Arko, SUU Orientation Leader

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T-Bird Athletics

Southern Utah University is home to the Thunderbirds. SUU has been recently

moved up the Big Sky Athletic Conference. What this means for students is that

athletic teams need as much support from student section as possible. So put on

your SUU gear and get ready to cheer on your Thunderbirds! The teams included

in the Big Sky Athletic Conference are as follows:

So wear red, sit front and center in the student section, and cheer on your fellow T-birds!

Admission is free for students, you will just need to have a current semester sticker on your

T-card. This sticker can be picked up at the Cashier’s Office.

California State Polytechnic University Eastern Washington Univeristy

Idaho State University University of Montana

Montana State University University of North Dakota

Northern Arizona University University of Northern Colorado

Portland State University California State University, Sacramento

Southern Utah University University of California, Davis

Weber State University

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