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Dear Dixie Alumni,
We are excited to share with you news about the Centennial Celebration of the D on the hillside which will take place April 13-18, 2015. This landmark came about when the students of the Dixie Academy embraced the ideal of leaving something for Dixie to remember them by. In 1915 they decided to leave a "D" on the side of the black hill. This historical "D" not only serves as a marker for this valley, but has become a long standing tradition where students and alumni whitewash it twice a year and celebrate Dixie. The D Day schedule of planned events are included in this newsletter.
Another exciting piece of news is that Spencer Cox, Lieutenant Governor, will be the keynote speaker for our 104th Commencement Ceremonies on May 8th. We look forward to having him on campus as we celebrate the accomplishments of the Class of 2015 and welcome the graduates into the Alumni Association.
There is still time to attend some great athletic events being played by the DSU student athletes. Be part of the action and GO DIXIE!
Enjoy the month,
Kalynn, Chet, Tammie, Margaret and Hal
Dixie State University Alumni Relations
alumni@dixie.edu
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D-Week Celebration | April 13-18, 2015
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WE HOPE TO SEE YOU AT D-WEEK 100TH ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATION!
TUESDAY, APRIL 14
7:30 p.m. - D-Queen Pageant | Cox Auditorium ($5)
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15
7:30 p.m. - Wednes-D Magician & Dixie Idol Finale | Garnder Ballroom (FREE)
THURSDAY, APRIL 16
6:00 p.m. - Break a World Record Event | Softball Parking Lot (FREE)
Free Ice-cream & live entertainment. Bring the whole family! Don't forget to bring your "other school" shirts and trade it in for a brand new (FREE) Dixie Shirt.
FRIDAY, APRIL 17
5:00 p.m. - Great Race | Hansen Stadium (FREE)
6:00 p.m. - Carnival | Lower Hansen Stadium (FREE)
SATURDAY, APRIL 18
8:00 a.m. - Breakfast | St. George Town Square (FREE)
9:30 a.m. - Buses begin shuttling from Town Square to the "D" on the hill (FREE)
10:15 a.m. - Centennial Photo Outlining the "D" | Up on the Black Hill (FREE)
10:30 a.m. - White Wash "D" | Up on the Black Hill (FREE)
7:00 p.m. - Evening of Dixie | Eccles Main Stage (FREE)
12:00 a.m. - True Rebel | Fountain (FREE)
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Northern UT Chapter Event | May 16
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Northern Utah Chapter BBQ is coming up quick and will be on May 16, 2015, 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. at Falcon Park in Sandy Utah. Be sure to save the date and r.s.v.p. to Vala'Dee Hafen Tanner at 801-467-1614.
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Join us at the Evening of Dixie on April 18, 2015 at 7 p.m. in the Eccles Fine Arts Bldg as we honor several people who have made a difference at Dixie State University and in the community.
The 2015 award winners are:
Dixie Spirit Award: Ken & Sherril Newby
Big D/Roeing "D" Fiore Award: Andrea Barlow Rounds
Community Service Award: Jennings Family - Mansfield, John, Gilbert, Margery, and Marie.
Rebel Award: Jerry Anderson
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-DSU ENTREPRENEURSHIP -
Recently, several Dixie State University students & alumni have been working on a start-up business called Accidental Gentleman, a screen-printing tie company. They do custom screen printed ties to fit any occasion. They are wanting to revolutionize ties into something fun people enjoy to wear.
Accidental Gentleman won the Opportunity Quest contest held at Dixie State University and represented Dixie State and St.George at the Utah Entrepreneurship Challenge held at University of Utah. They have launched a Kickstarter, if you would like to pledge to their business, click here.
(Pictured:Miles Manwaring, Garret Garcia, Braden Tobler, Chris "Nash" Nassham, Jeremy Garcia. and V. Kenneth Jackson (not pictured).
-NFL DRAFT-
Joe Don Duncan, a former DSU tight end who graduated after the 2013 season, signed a contract to play for the Denver Broncos this season.
He'll have a chance to earn a place on the Broncos' 53-man roster during the upcoming preseason...read more.
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DSU Softball Team | Winning Streak
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Dixie State (29-5, 20-0) extended its winning streak to 23 games and the catching tandem of Autumn Woodfall (Kaysville, UT/Davis High School) and Marla Reiter (Rolinda, CA/Central High School)
combined for eight hits, seven RBI, five runs and two home runs on the day. Nicole Chavez (Chino Hills, CA/Ayala High School) went 3 for 3 in game two with two RBI and scored six runs over the course of two games....read more
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Aaron Schafer ('11) Attended Dixie State University (formally DSC) from 2007 to 2011 and received his Bachelors of Science degree in CIT / CS....read more
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Don't forget to use your Alumni Card for 2 for 1 game tickets.
(applies to new general admission tickets only)
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Get your t-shirt while they are still available. To purchase yours, contact us at 435-879-4400 or alumni@dixie.edu
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What is your favorite Dixie Tradition? Tell us for a chance to win a FREE 6-month pass to the Washington City Community Center & a Dixie swag pack!
Enter by:
1) commenting on your Facebook or Instagram photo shown above! Search for @DixieStateAlumni or
2) Post a photo on Facebook or Instagram with the #iwenttodixie hashtag!
Winner will be notified April 10.
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Come break a world record wtih us during D-Week! April 16 at 6 p.m. in the lowers softball parking lot! There will be free backpacks, prizes, entertainment and more!
Also, don't forget to bring your "other" college t-shirts and trade them for a brand new Dixie one!
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Did you know when you get DSU license plates that the money goes to Dixie State University student scholarships?
Now you have a reason to get them. Show off your Dixie pride, click here to learn more!
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