Highlights

Brinley Rhodes has turned her love of agriculture, design and marketing into a degree that she'll finish in just her second year at USU.

Wyatt Hansen, a USU Eastern student, won a bronze medal in welding at the 2024 WorldSkills competition in Lyon, France. Competing against 42 of the world’s top welders, Hansen's achievement highlights the excellence of USU Eastern's welding program, which...

USU researchers, led by Professor Zhongde Wang, have secured over $4 million in NIH funding to improve understanding of Chikungunya and Hepatitis B viruses.

Cheeses like mozzarella and cheddar melt smoothly due to their high-fat content and protein structure, which allows them to stretch and flow when heated. In contrast, cheeses like ricotta don’t melt the same way because they contain more moisture and lowe...

Associate Professor Matt Yost received funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) to study how other parts of the country are managing drought.

Idowu Atoloye, a research postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Plants, Soils, and Climate, recently received a $225,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture to study biochar, a charcoal-like materi...

Utah State University celebrated the grand opening of its second aviation training facility in northern Utah, welcoming students, faculty and the public to an open house at the Brigham City Regional Airport. The new facility will provide expanded fligh

To help cities find intersections with accessibility issues, USU researchers are developing an AI tool that can be trained to identify these problems. Sidewalks and crosswalks can easily be taken for granted. But cities are, sometimes, not as connected fo...

The College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences is ready to celebrate CAAS Week, Sept. 14-20. and invites students to "Design Your Destination" with the wide variety of degrees and programs in the college.

A recent study conducted by researchers at Utah State University's Department of Applied Economics explores Utah consumers’ perceptions and preferences regarding fresh and packaged fruit products. The research highlights the significant economic contribut...

Utah State University's iPACE program celebrates the successful research visit of Dr. Chen-Chia Ku, a scholar from National Chung Hsing University, Taiwan.

There is something about being a young high school student who gets a spark that leads to a career. Young people often struggle to find themselves in an increasingly complex world with so many options, unlike decades ago when counselors might just shrug w...

The price of your Easter chocolate shot way up last year, but it has come down since. Utah chocolate makers are riding out the price spike felt around the world. Unfortunately, there are about a half dozen reasons why the price of chocolate isn’t dropping...

The 2024 Summer Uni+ Program has proven to be a fruitful collaboration between Utah State University (USU) and National Chung Hsing University (NCHU). Dr. Shaw-Yhi Hwang, a representative from NCHU, recently conveyed his gratitude to Dean White for the su...

This summer, Utah State University's distinguished professor, Dr. Man-Keun Kim, engaged in an enriching academic collaboration with National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) as part of the iPACE program. His visit was marked by a series of impactful teaching...

USU's Department of Technology, Design & Technical Education has launched a new bachelor's degree in engineering technology, developed with input from Utah companies that need highly skilled technicians with a range of specific skills.

Utah State University has announced the expansion of its stackable programs across its Statewide Campus system. USU is introducing new associate degree programs that cater to in-demand industries, providing career-ready education.

Students got a taste of hands-on creating and building during a recent class project. They met with local business owners who were renovating buildings in downtown Helper, a town near Price. Students used their drafting and design skills to plan storefron...

Sarah Andersen, a Utah State University Animal, Dairy, and Veterinary Science(ADVS) lecturerand recent graduate of USU’s agricultural extension and education master’s degree program, was recently honored with the Outstanding Manuscript Award by the Americ...

In anticipation of National Ice Cream Day, join in a "Cow to Cone" celebration hosted by Utah State University's Aggie Creamery on from 3-5 p.m. Friday, July 19, at the Aggie Ice Cream shop at Aggie Blue Square, 1111 N. 800 East, Logan, across the street ...

During the dog days of summer, a threat lurks in Utah’s dry fields and lawns — one that can harm pets, particularly dogs, and potentially lead to serious complications. It’s known as “foxtail” grass. “If the foxtail grass gets embedded, it can become quit...

A new study by scientists at Utah State University shows that a shrinking Great Salt Lake may exacerbate drought conditions along the entire Wasatch Front. "As the Great Salt Lake water body is shrinking, that local precipitation caused by a storm event i...

Dyer’s Woad, an invasive plant on Utah’s noxious weeds list, is flourishing in Cache Valley this spring. The weed, identifiable by its bright yellow flower, spreads quickly and grows thickly, displacing native plants. According to Cache County Noxious Wee...

The groundbreaking ceremony for the Carbon County Aviation Campus was celebrated on the morning of June 5, with Jade Powell of the Southeastern Regional Development Agency (SERDA) welcoming all to the Carbon County Airport.

The bright yellow flowers blooming in northern Utah may look pretty to those strolling around the state, but they worry weed scientists. Ransom says the weed uses the water and nutrients from other plants. Dyer's Woad was brought from Russia to Utah by s...

Increasingly, U.S. colleges are creating climate change programs to meet demand from students who want to apply their firsthand experience to what they do after high school, and help find solutions.

Utah State University’s Dairy Science Team placed third among the 30 teams from 24 schools competing in the 2024 National Dairy Challenge, in Visalia, CA. The challenge tests the team members’ knowledge of multiple aspects of the dairy industry.

Eight students in the Utah State University Eastern diesel technology program recently competed in the Skills USA Leadership Conference. Matt Nunez, Lance Prows, and Danner O’Neil performed exceptionally well at the competition and received medals for th...

Megan Terry is graduating with a degree in dietetics and a minor in mathematics. She is from Hooper, Utah, and graduated from Fremont High School where she excelled in orchestra, track and field, and cross country, earning First Team All-State and Fremont...

Spanning two days, the competition was marked by intense rivalry and impressive displays of knowledge and skill. As the final rounds approached, tensions rose, and spectators eagerly awaited the outcome. Ultimately, USU's team placed first.

A team from Utah State University’s aviation program had an impressive showing at the recent National Aviation Maintenance Competition in Chicago, which included other school teams and industry professionals.

Roots of Peace funds the safe removal of landmines and other unexploded tools of war, then trains local people in vital agricultural techniques to improve land for food production. The organization provides growers with native and well-adapted plant mater...

Bruce Bugbee and Lance Seefeldt are principal investigators for a multi-institution, NASA-funded team awarded a prestigious honor for foundational research efforts toward sustaining human exploration on Mars.

In academia, the ability to articulate complex research in a concise and engaging way is a coveted skill. An annual competition held at more than 200 universities worldwide, it is open to graduate students who are challenged to present their research in j...

Utah State University and Salt Lake Community College have created a transfer agreement aimed at giving fashion and design students opportunities to pursue further education and careers in the growing outdoor industry.

The Colorado River Basin goes through periods of severe water shortage and also flooding, adding greater uncertainty to the already complex challenge of creating water policy. Some years water managers have rejoiced at the heavy precipitation that falls w...

For the first time, the largest program at Utah State University Eastern has a full-time faculty member to guide the program and students to growth and success. Andy Jones was recently hired to lead the USU Eastern electrical apprenticeship program.

A study recently published in the journal Science Advances by an international team of scientists, including Utah State University climate scientist Wei Zhang, found worrisome trends indicating

The high-impact research led by USU Professor Simon Wang, which revealed the increasing risks of wildfires in Taiwan due to climate change, not only garnered extensive media coverage

Wyatt Hansen is now preparing for WorldSkills 2024 in Lyon, France, in September. He will be the sole representative from the USA at this competition, which is the technical skills equivalent to the Olympics.

Congratulations to Mila Li-Ting Yen for being our first iPACE-sponsored dual-degree student with NCHU to successfully complete her PhD defense! Mila has shown remarkable dedication.

A solid start with concurrent enrollment courses through USU Eastern followed by nursing courses there set Jorge Martinez up for success in the health care field.It was in a nursing assistant class, where Martinez and his classmates were taking the first ...

SkillsUSA has selected Wyatt Hansen of Altonah, Utah as the official competitor for Welding in the 2024 WorldSkills Competition. His technical expert is Ray Connolly of Cedar Hill, Mo. Hansen will represent the United States at the 2024 WorldSkills Compet...

Nicole Zinger, a 2023 graduate of Utah State University’s aviation management program and current master’s degree student, is one of just two students to be awarded the Jim Morasch/Jerry Olson Memorial.

To see Utah State’s Outdoor Product Design and Development program in action, all one needs to do is step into the Janet Quinney Lawson Building. Mannequins in parkas, murals of the outdoors and a kayak adorn the first

"When Forests Hold Their Breath", a collaboration between Academia Sinica, National Chung Hsing University, and Utah State University, investigates the severe effects of the 2020–2021 drought on Taiwan's subtropical forests.

In a fruitful collaboration, Utah State University and Taiwan National Chung Hsing University have conducted a comprehensive analysis on the future risk of forest fires under various climate scenarios.

Utah State University Provost Laurens H. Smith has announced that David Anderson has been named associate vice provost for Community Engagement. In this assignment, Anderson will serve as the lead writer

For farmers and ranchers, record-keeping can mean the difference between success and losing their livelihoods. Producers need hard data about what happens in their fields for everything from insurance to government grants

n an exhilarating development for academic collaboration, Utah State University (USU) and National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) have once again joined forces. The sister institutions are thrilled to announce their latest venture - the "3+x Master's Progr...

Congratulations to Corryn La Rue, an ag communications and broadcast journalism alumnus, for winning the National Association of Farm Broadcasting Horizon Award! La Rue graduated from Utah State University in 2019 with a bachelor’s in Ag Communications a...

On Jan. 18, Utah’s two Carnegie-classified R1 public research universities showed off the best work of their undergraduate researchers during the Utah Legislature’s spring session.

Each January, Utah’s two public research universities—Utah State University and the University of Utah— come together and undergraduate student researchers share their work with legislators, business leaders, and the public at a celebration of research.

Being able to consistently create a specific food with the characteristics that consumers want and expect is vital in the food industry. Sakshi Singh presented research she has done on cheddar cheese chemistry with mentors Assistant Professor Prateek Shar...

Even with record snowfall last year, Utah still faces long-term drought impacts. With much of the state covered in dry farmland, the need for crops that thrive in dry conditions is ever-present. Kylie Hansen aims to address this critical issue.

USU junior Ty Wilson, has long been fascinated by how plants grow in extreme environments such as mountains and high deserts. His research focuses on isolating microbes from a drought-tolerant native plant, Shepherdia x utahensis ‘Torrey,’ a hybrid buffal...

Utah's population growth has made it imperative to address the consequences of drought and the detrimental effects it brings to the Great Salt Lake. Mary Claire Jennings is passionate about water conservation and points out that “grass lawns are especiall...

After nearly two decades in law enforcement, Shawn Addley is ready to pass along his extensive experience and knowledge to the next generation of peace officers.

The Soil Health Institute (SHI), a non-profit organization created to safeguard and enhance the vitality and productivity of soil through scientific research and advancement, is seeking to hire a group of Soil Health Interns for Summer 2024.

USU's own Dr. James A. Lutz made a significant impact during his recent visit to Taiwan's National Chiayi University. From December 9th to 29th, Dr. Lutz engaged in an enriching academic exchange with the Forest & Natural Resources Department at Chiayi Un...

Landing a sleigh on icy rooftops to deliver presents is no small feat, but neither is landing a prop plane full of care boxes on a remote airstrip or dirt road. But since 2019, the volunteer pilots of Backcountry Santa have done just that each year to bri...

In December 2023, Dr. Man-Keun Kim delivered an enlightening lecture at National Taiwan Chung-Hsing University. The event, which focused on "Climate Change Economics," provided valuable insights and sparked engaging discussions among attendees.

Much like the human microbiome that benefits our bodies, plants also host microorganisms that can aid their growth and development in many ways. They can help in nutrient absorption, growth, and disease prevention.

Two teams of aviation maintenance students competed at the Intermountain West A&P School Competition, participating in 12 different events such as rigging a helicopter rotor head and installing ignition systems on an engine.

The agricultural sorority, Sigma Alpha, has finally made its way into Utah, with a chapter being founded at Utah State University this last year. Sigma Alpha is a professional agricultural sorority that focuses on scholarship, leadership, service, and pro...

Morgan Perkins, a senior ag communications and journalism student at Utah State University, recently received an Emmy from the Society of Professional Journalism as part of a class project.

In a collaborative initiative spearheaded by iPACE Director, Dr. Simon Wang, Dr. Brian K. Warnick, a distinguished professor and the interim Department Head for Technical Education at Utah State University, was extended a warm invitation to share his expe...

Martin Keen, the founder and designer behind Keen, joined the History of Gear to talk about the founding of a new footwear brand and his personal design process.

Congratulations to Julia Edwards on being selected as a national ambassador for the Minorities in Agriculture, Natural Resources, and Related Sciences (MANRRS) organization. The MANRRS Organization is a national club-based organization that focuses on pro...

Welding faculty at Utah State University Blanding campus donned protective gear and shunned the customary large pair of scissors in favor of welding torches on Friday, Oct. 6, cutting through a metal ribbon to herald the opening of the Statewide campus’ n...

The Flying Aggies of Utah State University have been invited to attend the Region 1 SAFECON Safety Competition for the National Intercollegiate Flying Association hosted by the United States Air Force Academy on Oct 6-13th 2023.

The student food pantry on Utah State University’s Logan campus recently welcomed Jonathon Walters as the program’s new coordinator. The Student Nutrition Access Center, or SNAC, is dedicated to increasing access to food while educating students about nut...

Irina Polejaeva and her team use the latest techniques to bioengineer animals. With CRISPR genome editing, they make sheep with conditions that mimic human genetic diseases, and goats carrying transplanted pieces of chromosomes that enable the animals t

Britt Olsen, GM for the Americas at On Running, spoke to upper-division students in the OPDD program about the power of high-performing teams and how she identifies top talent in her role as a leader.

Embarking on a career path requires careful consideration and self-reflection. For Shaun D. Ketchum Jr., the path to his profession in construction management has been a transformative journey. From his days as a middle school student with an interest in ...

Baylee Vogler, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a role as an Industrial Designer at Black Diamond.

Summit Journal, formerly Summit Magazine, makes its return after about two decades being dormant.

Upon receiving the scholarship, Bake was inducted into the Royal Scholars, a group of students passionate about agriculture and the livestock industries. Each scholarship recipient is selected based on their academic achievement, leadership excellence and...

The guests traveled to Utah State University’s Logan campus to learn about how the university is involved in rural development through Extension programs and at statewide campuses that provide opportunities for education and building career skills that su...

Maria Anderson was determined to pursue her passion for the medical field. She traveled from Colombia to Utah and became a surgical technician through Davis Technical College. She is currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in technology systems from Utah S...

Utah State University and Davis Technical College recently created an agreement aimed at helping future cosmetologists and small business owners.The new agreement allows Davis Tech cosmetology students to transfer 44 credits into an associate of applied s...

Utah State University instructor Rachel Broadbent has been promoted from lecturer to senior lecturer. Broadbent is a faculty member at USU Salt Lake Center, working in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.

Sutton Caplan, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted a role as a Product Design Intern at State Bicycle Co.

Lacee Boschetto was selected to present at the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences (AAFCS) Leadership Academy. Boschetto was one of nine new AAFCS professionals chosen from across the U.S. to participate in the leadership academy in Balti...

Kasetsart University in Bangkok, Thailand, has partnered with Utah State University in a study recently published in Environmental Research Letters that aims to advance climate prediction capabilities to support Thailand's thriving palm oil industry.

Tommy Dalziel, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate accepted a role as a Mechanical Designer at Buck Knives.

The same weekend citizen-scientists spread out across the city taking temperatures, the temperatures recorded at the Salt Lake City International airport rose above 100 degrees.

We compared the 200 biggest U.S. cities based on four categories. We considered access to ice cream, froyo, and gelato, consumer ratings, and ice cream awards, among 10 total metrics.

Each year, the Utah Department of Transportation’s Aeronautics Division honors five individuals who have made exceptional contributions to the state’s aviation industry. This year, two of those award winners are faculty members in Utah State University’s ...

Dr. Wei Zhang, an assistant professor of climate science at Utah State University, is leading a project team of scientists and volunteers in developing heat index maps.

After several days of competition, Utah State University Eastern students took home a pair of gold medals at the annual SkillsUSA National Leadership and Skills Conference this year in Atlanta.

Salt Lake City Public Utilities partnered with Utah State University’s Center for Water-Efficient Landscaping and the Turfgrass Water Conservation Alliance to come up with the special blend of tall fescue and low-water Kentucky Bluegrass.

Dr. Rachel Gross, an Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado - Denver and a 2022 Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellow, shares an update on her research conducted in USU's Special Collections & Archives.

Located next to the Aggie Creamery on Utah State University’s Logan campus is a garden dedicated to nurturing both the earth and humanity. The garden not only serves to promote sustainable practices but also showcases groundbreaking research on the restor...

Kyle Davie, a student in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at USU has accepted role as a Material Development Intern at KLIM.

Stine Danielle, an artist and one of our Outdoor Recreation Archive Fellows, gives an update on her project and shares more about how archival imagery influences her latest work.

Utah State University was recently recognized as a leader in STEM education by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association as a University STEM School of Excellence.

Jenna Celmer, the Co-Founder, Chief Community Officer, and President of Basecamp talks to students about red and green flags when applying for jobs in the outdoor industry and shares powerful tips for finding a fulfilling career.

Some of the USU delegation traveled to southern Taiwan to tour an organic cacao farm and begin discussions about possible collaborations with USU's food science department and the Aggie Chocolate Factory.

David Anderson is a former Research Landscapes presenter and an LAEP program faculty member at Utah State. For this event, Dave focused on the charrette process and how it works to equip local authorities and community leaders with the tools to envision s...

Tina Sullivan does outstanding research in the lab and field and has been invited to present her work at conferences with other plant and soils scientists. But she has also explained her research to members of Congress and their staffers.

Students in the horticulture program at USU Salt Lake Center use the campus’ greenhouse to start these plants from seeds in the spring semester. After the plants have matured and are ready to plant in the fields in May, the crops are then given to New Roo...

By locking carbon into the soil through agricultural practices, farmers can enrich the soil of their fields. And by paying farmers to sequester even more carbon, some companies hope to offset their own carbon emissions.

David Mydans, a tent designer and first product designer for REI, talks about how his background in art prepared him to design tents, his product design influences, and the early days of designing in house product for REI.

The Utah State University Bioinformatics Facility recently hosted two graduate students funded by prestigious scholarships. Simardeep Kaur came to USU on a Fulbright-Nehru Doctoral Fellowship, while Tamil Selvan received funding from the Indian Council of...

Six representatives of USU’s Aggie Drone Academy traveled to Southeastern Utah this May in order to promote safe flying to high schools in the area.

Students in Aggies Elevated are expanding their horizons with a new internship program at the Aggie Chocolate Factory with support from Daisy Brand.

USU Plant Science Ph.D. student, Noah Lanagenfeld, honored with the American Society for Horticultural Science Graduate Student Scholarship Award.

Krishna Borhara came to Utah State University with a master’s in geology and the expectation that she’d be earning a doctorate in the same field. Now she is preparing to graduate with a Ph.D. in climate science.

Utah State Aggies swept a Salt Lake City contest to help officials decide what's next for Smith's Ballpark, seen here in 2015. When the owners of the Salt Lake Bees announced they were moving their minor league baseball team to the suburbs, Matthew LaPlan...

This summer, Utah State University's 4-H extension, in collaboration with its sister institution, National Taiwan Chung-Hsing University, embarked on a trailblazing journey. Sponsored by iPACE, the first-ever high school language learning tour in Taiwan w...

On May 20th, a touch of nostalgia blended with anticipation resonated in Taichung as Utah State University (USU) faculty reconnected with Aggie alumni spanning five decades, based across Taiwan. This remarkable gathering not only celebrated the rich histo...

Progressive Publishing hired Allyson Dalton (formerly King) as a summer editorial intern for Progressive Cattle. In this position, she will be writing news articles and feature stories, assisting with social media and receiving a first-hand look at the Pr...

Utah State University Eastern's welding technology program and the diesel and heavy equipment mechanics program triumphed at the SkillsUSA Utah Skills and Leadership Conference held at Salt Lake Community College, bringing home multiple gold, silver, and ...

Utah State University and Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) recently signed an agreement that makes it easier for welding students to choose to expand their career paths. The articulation agreement allows UBTech welding certificate students to trans...

Sydney Mabey wasn’t sure she wanted to go to college. Uncertain of her professional goals, the idea of taking college classes that may or may not help her future career did not appeal to her. Short years after finishing high school, she’s graduating with ...

Following a three-year pause attributed to COVID-19, Utah State University (USU) and National Chung Hsing University (NCHU) in Taiwan have rejuvenated their long-standing academic partnership. Marking a significant stride since the 2018 landmark visit by ...

Utah State University (USU) students embarked on an enlightening journey to Taiwan, showcasing their robust curiosity, enthusiasm, and adaptability. They delved into the heart of Taiwan's agriculture and lifestyle, gaining invaluable insights into the pra...

Baylee Vogler grew up in West Jordan, Utah, where she was either playing in the Wasatch Mountains or designing and building things in her garage. She has always enjoyed being outdoors, and some of her favorite hobbies include backcountry skiing, ultra-run...

The new machine tool technology program at Utah State University Eastern will soon be celebrating its first graduate. Colin Kirkwood-Zele will be walking at USU Eastern’s graduation ceremony this spring and finishing classes this summer for the new progra...

Representatives of Kasetsart University in Bangkok, Thailand, and Utah State University's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences have signed an agreement to establish academic exchanges and research collaborations between the two institutions.

Utah State University Moab Technical Education Programs is hosting Women in Welding workshops in order to provide a supportive and inclusive environment for women interested in learning how to weld.

Though work at Utah State University’s Analytical Laboratories (USUAL) goes on year-round, the arrival of spring means it is soil-testing season. The lab recently updated several of the agricultural tests it offers.

When Angela Bloom found herself in front of drug court — for the second time in her 25-year-long battle with addiction — she was presented with three options: get a job, do community service, or go to school.

Maura Dilley and Nicole Bassett, the sustainability leaders behind Cascade Circular, talk with students about circular design, systems thinking, and challenge students to take on the critical design challenges we face.

Four Utah State University Extension programs and three College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences programs are recipients of the 2023 Best of State Awards.

Brent Chamberlain, associate professor in Utah State University’s Department of Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, was recently recognized with a Council of Educators in Landscape Architecture Excellence in Research and/or Creative Works A...

Garrett Davis, a student in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at USU has accepted a role as a Designer at Asher Golf.

The Student Nutrition Access Center at Utah State University will soon be under the oversight of the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences and the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics, and Food Sciences.

I am Abiodun Atoloye, an Assistant Professor at NDFS with a focus on the Nutrition Science arm of the department programs. I am a USU Aggie myself because I completed my PhD in Nutrition Science about 3 years ago from the same department.

Utah State University's College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences (CAAS) recently held its annual awards ceremony to recognize outstanding students, staff, and alumni who have made significant contributions to the university.

A trip to the eye doctor cemented Joseph Weaver’s career goals: he was going to become an optometrist. He was only in high school, but he knew this future career would be a great fit, blending his natural affinity for science and his desire to help people...

Utah State University is excited to announce the arrival of rare Catongo cocoa beans at the Aggie Chocolate Factory. These unique albino beans, sourced from Fazenda Santa Teresa in Bahia, Brazil, will soon be processed into premium chocolate bars.

Women in Welding is a new workshop taught by USU Moab’s welding instructor, Chloe Wilson. The four-session course aims to involve women in a field where they are commonly underrepresented.

At the age of 9, future Utah State University alumnus Ramjibhai Chaudhari left his remote Indian village north of Mumbai to get an education. Dindrol, his tiny village, lacked electricity, running water, sanitation infrastructure and a school.

Kaiden Boucher, a student in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program at USU has accepted a role as an Assistant Product Line Manager at TETON Sports.

Elizabeth Goodspeed, a designer and the Casual Archivist, talks about the importance of design archives and how she incorporates them into her design process.

As a part of an ongoing partnership, USU’s Outdoor Product Design & Development program helps host an event for local kids and refugees to learn how to sketch outdoor products, most recently learning how to draw shoes.

A new study found that the capacity of oceans to absorb carbon dioxide will be severely diminished by the start of the next century, leaving more carbon in the atmosphere and accelerating climate change.

Charles Ross, a Lecturer at the Royal College of Art and a Performance Apparel Specialist, spoke to students in the Sustainable Design and Operations class in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program.

USU Extension is now offering an online course focusing on the process of making chocolate. It will cover how cocoa beans are harvested and processed on the farm and then how they are processed in the factory to make chocolate.

Morgan Davis, a student in the OPDD program at Utah State University, has accepted a role as a Product Line Management and Design Intern at Cache Valley brand, Nani Swimwear.

Bruce Johnson, a gear historian and enthusiast, talks about the history of UCO - a company known for its innovative outdoor products such as the candle lantern and the ice cream ball.

When Daniella Hirschfeld led workshops last year that brought together community planners, engineers, and policymakers to focus on adapting to rising sea levels, the conversations did not begin with questions about whether or not the water is rising and w...

Matthew Barry, a student from OPDD, accepted a role at KLIM as a Product Line Management Intern.

The Fashion Studies Institutional Certificate of Proficiency will introduce students to the apparel and fashion industry through textile science, apparel construction, sustainability, and product development. Students will be able to learn design and deve...

Students from the OPDD participated in a unique design challenge in Dr. Julie Lamarra's Design Thinking class, working on teams to identify opportunities to develop new products for Salomon utilizing NASA materials.

The Global Agriculture, Leadership, and Education institutional certificate of proficiency will provide students with formal instruction in global agricultural concepts, leadership, and education and provides opportunities for practical experiences.

Jacob Hawley, a graduate from OPDD, accepted a role at Petzl America as an IT Specialist.

Peter Yee, former Vice President of Industrial Design at Oakley, spoke to first-year students in OPDD about his journey to becoming a product designer, where he finds inspiration, and why he loves being a designer.

OPDD made a strong showing at the 2023 Winter OR Show. The annual event brought together industry professionals, exhibitors, and outdoor enthusiasts to showcase the latest products and trends in outdoor gear and equipment.

Brian Warnick, interim head of the Department of Technology, Design and Technical Education in USU’s College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, was recently honored by being named a fellow of the Food Systems Leadership Institute.

Substantial decreases in precipitation and warmer-than-normal temperatures in Nepal preceded a spring 2021 wildfire season that prompted evacuations, caused deaths, forced school closures, and canceled flights due to fire and widespread heavy smoke.

Dick Tracy, the inventor of the plastic buckle, talks about stumbling into the outdoor industry and his contributions as the inventor of the modern plastic buckle.

Some instructors at Utah State University are helping veterans through tough times with the help of horses. There are sometimes events in life that cause people to withdraw. At times it may take a careful touch that humans cannot replicate to rebuild trus...

Yoji Kaneda, Product Line Manager for Danner Boots, spoke to first-year OPDD students in the Intro to Product Creation class about the role of a PLM in the product creation process.

Kiara Tingey, a graduate from OPDD, accepted a role at Shyft Global as an Apparel Designer. 

I chose the Cybersecurity emphasis in the Technology Systems major because of my love for the technology industry and the ability to constantly learn throughout my career. I also liked that I would get a general technological overview with a cybersecurity...

Utah State University is excited to announce the addition of Dr. Amber Williams as the newest member of the Outdoor Product Design & Development faculty.

Congratulations to Dr. Holly Clement in her new role as director of USU’s Equine Program!

Macady Smith, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student at Utah State University, has accepted a job as a Product Development Assistant at Ibex, a company that designs and produces high performance merino wool activewear. Smith is a member of the cl...

Spencer Wyatt, Director of Concepts and Surface Design at Allbirds, speaks to OPDD students about his interest in color and materials and the influence of Ninja Turtles on his design career.

Congratulations, Kendyll (Yeager) Breinholt, on your internship with Juniper Systems. We hope it has been a great experience.

Jeanette (Jenny) Norton, professor of soil microbiology and ecology in Utah State University’s Department of Plants, Soils and Climate, has been named a fellow of the Soil Science Society of America.

Nicholas Welch, we hope your internship at Rent Dynamics has been a great experience!

Paige Koch, a recent graduate of Utah State University's Outdoor Product Design & Development program, has accepted a position as a Product Line Manager & Designer at Primo Golf. Koch, a member of the class of 2022, previously interned at Under Armour and...

Michael Swanton, we hope your internship with Al's Sporting Goods has been going great!

Joshua Stuart, we hope your internship with Main Street Service has been going great!

Rhonda Summer, an Under Armour Design Director and Katherine Connolly a Graphic Designer at the company, spoke at the 2022 Outdoor History Summit about their visit to the Outdoor Recreation Archive and how archives influence graphic and product design.

Josh Kumpf, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a position at Klugonyx as a Product Manager!

We are excited to share the success story of Alexis Parkinson with you all! Alexis graduated with a Technology Systems degree emphasizing Quality & Reliability. We can't wait to see all the great things she continues to do at Space Dynamics Laboratory!

Congratulations to Vance Nelson on his internship with Thermo Fisher Scientific. We hope it has been going great!

As we wrap up the semester, we hope Logan Shimazaki has been enjoying his internship with Ogden City Government.

Congratulations to Tanner Jensen on your internship with TRA Snow and Sun! We hope your internship is going well!

Congratulations to Kayden Hartle on his internship at CampSaver.com. We hope it going well!

Dylan H., we hope your internship at North Cache Middle School is going great!

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) 47th Climate Diagnostics & Prediction Workshop recently brought national and international scientists and decision-makers to Utah State University’s Logan campus.

Cade F., we hope your internship with Space Dynamics Laboratory is going great! Keep up the great work!

After going on hiatus in 2020, Reindeer Express will be back at Utah State University on Friday, Dec. 2. The event is organized by the College of Veterinary Medicine and aims to bring Christmas cheer while also educating the public on caring for animals....

Utah State University received an award for its educational partnership with Davis Technical College on Thursday, October 20, 2022. We have an amazing partnership with the Utah technical colleges for our Stackable Credentials and our CTE Academy programs....

Wild and domesticated birds have faced a renewed risk from avian influenza this fall. While the virus was first detected in Utah in April 2022, experts warn that the strain of highly pathogenic avian flu (HPAI) is likely to spread even more rapidly this s...

Congratulations to Landon Fetzer on your internship with The Knotted Butterfly. We wish you the best of luck with your internship.

Dr. Rachel Gross, Assistant Professor at the University of Colorado-Denver spoke at the Outdoor History Summit about their time in the Outdoor Recreation Archive and research on the history of big box and specialty retail in the outdoor industry. Dr. Gros...

Technology Systems Student Spotlight! Congratulations to Kendall Duffin on accepting an internship with Allegis Financial Partners. We wish you the best of luck with your internship!

Jordan Jensen, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a position at Rhone as a Designer!

Climbing legend Conrad Anker spoke at the Outdoor Recreation Archive Kamp Kit Exhibit opening at Utah State University. Anker talked about the history of the outdoor industry, the evolution of gear, and the challenges of a changing climate for product des...

Technology Systems Student Spotlight! I chose Technology Systems Product Development Emphasis because I liked the classes that were required. I felt like this major gave me more valuable knowledge than other majors so I could diversify myself in the job f...

Tanner Gerrard, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a position at Kiska in Salzburg, Austria as an Apparel Design Intern!

Selected by a committee of his peers, Prateek Sharma, assistant professor in USU's Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Sciences, received the William C. Winder and Rebecca Stewart Winder Endowed Development Professorship in Food Sciences for 2022 ...

Heloisa Rutigliano, an associate professor in USU’s Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences and the College of Veterinary Medicine, has been presented with the 2022 Western Region Award for Excellence in College and University Teaching in the ...

Mia Hilton, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted a position at Lloyd & Leo as a Product Designer!

Robert Thomas, Senior Director (USA) for Arc’teryx, talks with students about the qualities of a great product line manager and PLMs as the hub of the product creation process.

Two Marmot alums, Laura Miera, the VP of Technical Product Development and Randy Verniers, VP of International Sales join the History of Gear to talk about the company.

Local girls from across Cache Valley may have gotten some inspiration to take flight as a part of Utah State University’s annual Girls in Aviation Day. USU student journalist Noah Giles explores what activities were available for the kids and why USU feel...

Record breaking scorching temperatures affecting Utah into September this year are the undeniable effects of excess atmospheric carbon. Locking carbon into soils is the main driver of a recently announced five-year, $15 million research project.

Congratulations, Ellen Doutre Burgess, on your internship with Thermo Fisher Scientific! We wish you all the best in your internship and can't wait to see what you do next.

Ethan MacKay, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted a position at Bass Pro Shops as a Remote Industrial Designer!

Dave Gibson joins the OPDD faculty as an Assistant Professor. As an industrial designer and maker, Gibson teaches sketching, digital design, as well as studio courses.

Seven Utah State University’s College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences faculty members were honored by the 2022 North American Colleges and Teachers of Agriculture at the organization’s annual conference.

Producers in Utah will benefit from veterinary doctorate graduates opening and joining veterinary practices in the state, following internships and networking with area professionals.

The American Society of Horticulture Science recognized worldwide as a leading organization for horticulture science and technology, recently honored PSC Assistant Professor Youping Sun with its Early Career Achievement Award.

Congratulations, Colton C. on your internship with Cytiva!

Ryan Bake, an agricultural economics student at Utah State University and member of the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences Council, was selected to be a delegate at the Western Governors’ Association conference this summer.

Working with the Utah Nursing Assistant Registry, USU developed a six-week industry-based CNA course for family member caregivers and uncertified nursing assistants to help relieve shortages. The program began in August and offers open enrollment.

Congratulations to Alan J Bown on his Civil Solutions Group, Inc. internship. We wish you all the best as you continue your career.

Utah’s winters are getting warmer according to Utah State University professor Robert Davies who said in a February report that particularly in lower and mid elevations snowpack has declined over the last 40 years.

This summer, NDFS grad students conquered three national product development competitions, securing two first-place wins in contests sponsored by Ocean Spray and the National Dairy Council, and a third-place award in the Institute of Food Technologists co...

LAEP Alumna Allysia Angus, M.L.A, '99, has cared for the Grand Staircase Escalante National Monument for more than two decades in her role as a landscape architect for the Bureau of Land Management in Utah.

Dr. Julie Lamarra was awarded the 2022 Undergraduate Faculty Member Award from the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences.

When a USU grad student needed to analyze an unusual Indigenous pouch without damaging it, the College of Veterinary Medicine gladly lent expertise and an X-ray machine.

Greg Cuomo has joined USU as the new associate dean of research and graduate Student Services in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences. He has served as an administrator at the University of Minnesota for more than 20 years.

Sarah Al-Hussein, a product developer at Sanuk, talks with first year product students about their role as part of the product triad and the specific tasks of a developer in bringing footwear to market.

As Utah’s third driest year in the past 128 years of records persists, Utah State University’s Utah Climate Center continues to provide climate services and drought data to state professionals.

Dan Madden, founder of Madden Equipment, and Mike Valvano, former President at Madden join the History of Gear to talk about how Madden stood out from other early pack companies and the rise, acquisition, sunsetting, and revival of the brand today.

Reed Ernstrom, son of Professor C. Anthon Ernstrom, recalls growing up around the Nutrition and Food Scientist pioneer and Aggie Ice Cream memories from his childhood, college years, and adulthood.

Bob Anderson, Founder and Editor of Runner's World, joins the History of Gear and talks about how he started the magazine, the evolution and massive growth of the sport, and how introduced millions of people to running.

The School of Veterinary Medicine's Class of 2022 selected Dr. Tom Baldwin for the Best Pre-Clinical Teaching Award. Baldwin is director of the Utah Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory, a cooperative effort between USU and the Utah Department of Agriculture ...

Students in the School of Veterinary Medicine can look forward to a new face in front of the classroom this fall. Dr. Carmen Lau is a licensed veterinarian boarded in anatomic pathology with a PhD in biomedical sciences.

The new Utah State University College of Veterinary Medicine is officially USU’s ninth college after receiving required approvals from university and state higher education governing groups. Leading the new college as interim dean is Dirk Vanderwall.

Professor Rebecca Lawver, head of Utah State University’s Department Head of Applied Sciences, Technology, and Education, has been elected president of the American Association for Agricultural Education (AAAE), and will lead the organization through May ...

Dominique Showers, VP of ReBird at Arc'teryx, speaks to students about the circularity program at the company, upcycling, and what the brand is doing to address sustainability issues in the past while building a roadmap to the future.

Korbin Birrell, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a position at Wave Products as a designer!

On July 18, National Ice Cream Day, Unbottled will donate 100 cents to the USU Student Nutrition Access Center (SNAC) for every cone sold. SNAC will use the money to purchase milk from Gossner Foods, a difficult item to procure for the food pantry.

The National Dairy Council announced a team comprised of USU students Nathan Pougher, Melissa Marsh, Chandler Stafford and Mackenzie Taylor as the winner of the NDC’s New Product Competition for their product, a 92% dairy energy drink called Moba Boba.

Ted and Greg Hine join the History of Gear to talk about building Hine Snowbridge, developing early internal frame packs and bikepacking products, and sending packs to space.

Kiara Tingey, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a position at Under Armour as a Freelance Associate Designer.

Master of public health nutrition student Anna Cheal worked with the nonprofit Proyecto Florecer to help women in Colombia improve nutrition for themselves and their families through education and planning for the organization's community kitchen.

A team of five USU students, Braden Kunzler, Ryan Ritchie, Josh Carling, Frank Mattiaccio, and Trace Hadley, attended and competed in the 2022 Aerospace Maintenance Competition in Dallas where they took second place in the electrical wiring and antenna tr...

Zachary Buffaloe, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a full-time position at Rocky Mountain ATV as a Product Line Manager.

To commemorate 100 years of Aggie Ice Cream, an event was held on Tuesday celebrating the creamery’s century-long legacy and its impact on the community.

Ellie Ward, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a full-time position at Nani Swimwear as a Designer.

The first day of summer, recently recognized as Aggie Ice Cream Day, was celebrated at the doors of the Aggie Creamery on Tuesday commemorating 100 years of the locally produced product.

Ken White can pinpoint one thing that unites everyone who ever attended Utah State University over the past century. No, it's not True Aggie Night. It's Aggie Ice Cream, a university program and brand that's still churning out delicious ice-cold desserts ...

Not only is Tuesday the first day of summer, but it's also Aggie Ice Cream Day — officially sanctioned by the State of Utah when Gov. Spencer Cox, an alumnus of Utah State University, signed an official declaration earlier this year that designated June 2...

It’s the first day of summer, and KSL TV’s Casey Scott took Chopper 5 to Logan to get some Aggie ice cream. Tuesday was declared Aggie Ice Cream Day in February by Gov. Spencer Cox.

NDFS student Aubreyona Migliori has been named a finalist in for a national nutritional science award from the American Society for Nutrition, which recognizes the highest quality research presented by students and young investigators at Nutrition 2022 Li...

The 100 year tradition of Aggie Ice Cream made on the USU campus by staff and students of the Food Science program continues today. Our newly renovated ice cream parlor is still a place where young and old can meet to enjoy a cold, sweet taste of history....

In February, Gov. Spencer Cox signed an official declaration designating June 21, 2022, as Aggie Ice Cream Day in recognition of the celebration of its centennial. The Aggie Creamery invites everyone to join in the celebration that day at the Aggie Creame...

Henry Clinger is the School of Veterinary Medicine’s 2024 class president, and after finishing his second year at Utah State University, he’s headed to Pullman, Washington to finish his education in the WIMU Regional Program with Washington State Universi...

Technology Systems Graduate Spotlight! Today we hope you enjoy hearing from John Robinson about his position at Autoliv and his experience with the Technology Systems Stackable Pathway.

Josh Norgard, an Outdoor Product Design & Development graduate, accepted a full-time position at Outdoor Research as a Sustainability and Product Impact Coordinator.

Congrats to Bradley Crookston for receiving a grant of more than $200,000 from the National Institute of Food and Agriculture!

Jaimus Tailor, Founder and Creative Director of Greater Goods talks to students about his pathway into the world of product design and the upside as well as limitations of upcycling.

USU's aviation school offers several flight programs, including bachelor's degrees in professional fixed-wing pilot, professional helicopter pilot, and aircraft maintenance management.

Sawyer Hill, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted an internship at Sego Ski Co as a Ski Production Intern.

Catherine Acosta, Product Archivist and Brand Historian at Vans talks about material culture, the blending of consumer products and art, and the challenges and opportunities of building a corporate archive from the ground up.

Merit3D is focused on bringing manufacturing jobs back to the U.S. while also growing the economic opportunities in eastern Utah.

At the beginning of 2021, USU Blanding introduced the Community Incubator and Coworking Space, a place for local businesses to expand and develop while rubbing shoulders with other community members and companies.

Dr. Shawn Zimmerman explains the dangers of avian flu and what producers and pet owners alike can do to keep their animals safe as part of the monthly Doctor's Orders series.

Hallie Kemp, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted an internship at ULA Equipment as a Marketing Intern.

To better serve the faculty and rapidly growing number of students enrolled in USU’s College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences, Dean Ken White this week announced changes in the structure of some departments and programs in the college.

The Aggie Chocolate Factory and Aggie Creamery can add more accolades to their already impressive lists of awards. For the second year in a row, Aggie chocolate, ice cream, and specialty cheese have been awarded Best of State.

"Aggie Ice Cream at Utah State University in Logan, Utah, just turned 100! There's almost always a line out the door of the much loved shop. It’s ice cream from cow’s milk, not chemicals, and student researchers have a hand in making it.”

Scyler Li’s journey to becoming a veterinarian began in China, and it’s continued through Singapore, Seattle, and now Utah State University’s School of Veterinary Medicine in Logan.

Civil engineering undergraduate students Ryan Richens, Trevor Wilson, Grace Sunderland and Robert Gordon worked with landscape architecture and environmental planning graduate student Justin Jaques to redesign the Aggie Village.

For Chelsea Norman, a graduate of Utah State University’s coordinated dietetics program, career success has meant traveling an unexpected path from clinical dietetics to medical communications, where she now fills a non-traditional role for a dietitian.

Happy Birthday, Aggie Ice Cream! January 21, 2022 marked the 100-year anniversary of the quintessential Cache Valley treat, and Utah State University (USU) is celebrating all year!

Technology Systems Graduate Spotlight of Alexis Parkinson who recently accepted a job at the Space Dynamics Laboratory!

Audrey Nybo, an Outdoor Product Design & Development student, accepted an internship at LL Bean as an Apparel Design Intern.

When Dr. Cynthia MacKenzie had an opportunity to work with thoroughbred horses at the prestigious Lane’s End Farm in Kentucky, she took it. As an equine practitioner, taking care of roughly 700 horses was a dream job, but assuming responsibility for the a...

Trent Saarelainen, a graduate of Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Bushnell as an Assistant Product Manager.

My name is Jim Lentini and I enrolled in the Technology Systems; Quality and Reliability degree at the beginning of 2021. This is one of the best degree programs I have encountered.

As the commencement speaker for USU's class of 2022, Vilsack spoke to the crowd of students gathered at the Dee Glen Smith Spectrum about the importance of finding a passion before moving into the biggest focus of his address: resiliency and perseverance....

Dr. Sahra Kaboli-Nejad, Global Head of Diversity and Inclusion at On Running talks with students about their individual power and responsibility to create more inclusive products, experiences, and teams as future leaders in the outdoor industry.

USU students Dayna Makela and Jaylee Bastian have each been awarded $2,000 scholarships by the Idaho Milk Processors Association (IMPA). Bastion and Makela are both food science majors in the Department of Nutrition, Dietetics and Food Sciences.

Ben Sharp, a graduate of Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Grand Trunk as the Head of Design.

On the path to retirement you collect mental sound bites, numbers and snapshots of your life. Some of them you keep, others end up in the landfill of nostalgia. There are all the places you have lived, awards, the number of students you’ve taught and sign...

Beirne Chisolm joins the History of Gear to talk about his company, The Band. He talks about how he and his brother Greg broke into the accessories business with their watchband.

Seven students sat in a conference room along with Dr. Kerry Rood, professor of veterinary medicine. However, this was not a class. The students talked among themselves, some about working with a bull at Utah State University’s South Farm facility, others...

USU’s Aviation Technology program is hosting an Aviation Career Conference this week, including a 1 p.m. event Thursday in the Taggart Student Center when Horizon Airlines will announce a partnership with USU, the school agreeing to provide pilots for the...

By Sixth graders at Butler Middle School recently got a taste of what it’s like to be Willy Wonka as part of a candy-making contest to bring to life the assigned classroom reading of Roald Dahl’s “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory.”

Baylee Vogler, a Junior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Black Diamond as an Industrial Design Intern.

Dietetics graduate Madeline Peterson has the honor of serving as the 2022 valedictorian for the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences. Madeline, a Minnesota native, grew up in the rural town of Watertown.

Leading a successful two-year veterinary medicine program while also transitioning it to a new DVM-granting college with new faculty and facilities is a demanding task. So too is leading a large and diverse academic department.

Ami Vo, at the time of writing, a Senior Recruiter at Deckers Brands, now at Nike, talks with students about the dos and don’ts of applying for positions in product creation and peels back the curtain on the hiring process.

Christian Berroteran, a Freshman in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Klymit as a Product Line Management intern.

Set to open its doors to students during the summer 2022 semester, Utah State University Moab's new campus building hosted its ribbon-cutting ceremony April 1, 2022.

On March 25, the USU Eastern Welding Fabrication team, consisting of welding students Lukas Worthington, Branson Gross, and Ty Anderson, placed first overall at the SkillsUSA Utah Skills and Leadership Contest (ULSC) in Salt Lake City.

While Utah State University Statewide Campuses have been seen by many as a way to stay close to home while also earning a technical or undergraduate degree, USU Statewide Campuses are also able to prepare students for graduate school.

In a presentation to Utah State University’s veterinary medicine students, Dr. Drew Allen spoke about his work abroad and with the Utah State Legislature and shared how other veterinarians can create similar opportunities for themselves.

Allan Pietrasanta, owner and operator behind Buttermilk Mountain Works joins the History of Gear to talk about the influence of Bishop, CA on the company, the shift from outdoor gear to soft goods for the tech industry, and other memories from the outdoor...

Many people already know that chicks, ducklings and rabbits make for bad Easter presents. As adorable as they are, these animals are often returned or abandoned quickly when children lose interest in caring for them.

Doug Hintze, a graduate of Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Black Diamond as a Footwear Designer.

When you hear about genetically modified organisms, does your mind jump to the end of humanity as we know it? Then let’s start smaller with something like a Syrian hamster.

20 pictures that highlight the experiences of School of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

Julia Feldman, Sustainability Leader and Product Coordinator for Teva, talks to OPDD students about the opportunity to integrate sustainability into the design process and how she stays motivated in the fight for sustainability.

Researchers in the Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences Department recently had the opportunity to get involved in the community by volunteering at the Thomas Edison North science fair. Led by ADVS Associate Professor Jeffrey Mason, who has coordinated U...

American historian Henry B. Adams said, "A teacher affects eternity; he can never tell where his influence stops." In that context, Professor Gary Straquadine’s work has and will continue to influence people for generations.

Connor Young, a graduate of Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Cotopaxi as a Color Designer for the Packs and Equipment team.

Organized by USU, ROCH is an annual celebration of undergraduate research that features students from Utah State University and the University of Utah, the top two research universities in the state.

Jeff Knight, joins the History of Gear to talk about the company he co-founded, Granite Gear, making a better portage pack, how the region influences the product, and the art of packmaking.

In March, Jordan Packer, a Utah State University Eastern student, won second place in the American Welding Society Weld Trials after placing 11th in the SkillsUSA National Welding Competition.

To lessen the burden of the cost even further, USU is taking steps toward making certificate and degree programs more accessible to students who are employed full-time. This includes offering courses in the evening as well as extending summer enrollment o...

Taliesin Williford, a Junior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Kuhl as an Apparel Design intern.

Thomas J. Vilsack, the U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, will serve as USU’s commencement speaker for its 135th Logan campus commencement ceremony this spring, which will be conducted in person at the Dee Glenn Smith Spectrum for the first time in two years....

Representatives from Nalgene partnered with students from Outdoor Product Design & Development in a "Project Runway" style design challenge where students were tasked with tackling real design briefs from the brand.

The ACF opened for students in 2018 as a world class teaching facility to complement lecture material for a chocolate course called “Chocolate: Science, history, and society”.

In the years since Utah State University and National Chung Hsing University began exploring ways to work together, beginning in 2011 and formalizing an agreement in 2018, faculty and students at the two universities have developed collaborations and frie...

Utah State University will create a new College of Veterinary Medicine following a commitment by the Utah Legislature to provide significant ongoing state funding for what will be the first school of its kind in the state.

Tim O'Brien, a Junior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a role at Bass Pro Shops as a Marketing intern.

In January, Erin Keiser, a WIMU alumna from the Class of 2018, returned to Utah State along with her husband and business partner, Stith Keiser, to discuss how they achieved success in business and veterinary medicine through unconventional means

For over 30 years, Custom Fit has helped Utah-owned businesses and individuals afford essential trainings. These trainings span from continuing education credits to OSHA, MSHA, and other industry-specific certifications.

Annie Agle, Senior Director of Impact / Sustainability at Cotopaxi talks with OPDD students about the challenges designers face when balancing performance and sustainability, why Cotopaxi focuses on using remnant fabrics, and the opportunities to build a ...

Justin Deakin knew he wanted to pursue a career in the agricultural industry since a young age.

Benjamin Cummings, a Senior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a position at ENVE Composites as a CAD Specialist.

Suture patterns, aseptic techniques, and anesthesia aren’t skills that can be humanely learned on the job, so veterinary medicine students need to practice the fundamentals of their craft before working with live patients.

A four year college of veterinary medicine at Utah State will be launching the first school of its kind in the state of Utah, thanks to the state newly appropriating $18 million in annual funding.

20 pictures that highlight the experiences of School of Veterinary Medicine students — both in and out of the classroom.

Clare Pavelka, Corporate Archivist for Red Wing Shoe Company / Vasque joins the History of Gear to talk about the origins of the Vasque archive, the intersection of brand and state / regional history, and her journey from stamp collector to brand archivis...

Garrett Davis, a junior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a position at ULA as a Sustainability Production Coordinator.

Utah State University will create a new College of Veterinary Medicine following a commitment by the Utah Legislature to provide significant ongoing state funding for what will be the first school of its kind in the state.

Drew Eakins, North American Marketing Manager for Hestra Gloves, talks about how students can break into the industry, his role and many hats as a marketing manager, and his pathway into the outdoor industry.

When you hear about genetically modified organisms, does your mind jump to the end of humanity as we know it? Then let’s start smaller with something like a Syrian hamster. The truth is humans have spent centuries shaping the traits of our foods (and pet...

At its Mid-Winter Conference, the Utah Association for Career and Technical Education acknowledged Utah State University’s excellence in preparing outstanding teachers who provide their students with tools and opportunities to develop important technical ...

Maple syrup. When you picture the maple trees whose sap creates everyone’s favorite pancake condiment, are box elders the first tree to come to mind? Probably not.

Jacob Johnson, a senior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a position at Vooray as a Product Designer.

Six students from Butler Middle School recently got a taste of what it’s like to be Willy Wonka and Charlie Bucket — and, fortunately, nobody turned into a giant blueberry.

Hiking trails are still covered in snow, but that doesn’t mean dogs and humans alike can’t enjoy them. Winter hikes offer dogs and humans a chance for exercise and contact with the natural world. However, ensuring your canine companion is safe and happy i...

Gail Halvorsen, the Utah farm boy who became a hero in post-World War II Europe for fastening candy to handkerchiefs and dropping them from his U.S. Air Force cargo plane to the children of West Berlin, earning him the nickname the “Berlin Candy Bomber,” ...

The Veterinary Information Network (VIN) recently spoke with Dr. Dirk Vanderwall about Utah State University's proposal to open a four-year veterinary medicine college in 2024.

Cory Griffey, a senior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a position at Under Armour as an Associate Designer. Griffey previously interned with Under Armour.

The path to becoming a veterinarian is challenging, but it also comes with memories that last a lifetime. Students in Utah State University's School of Veterinary Medicine submitted almost 150 photos chronicling all aspects of their experience in their fi...

Dawn Thao-Yang, Director of Global Product Design at Carhartt, spoke to first year students in OPDD about her journey from fast fashion to designing durable product for Carhartt. She talks about her role in creative leadership and making products that sol...

The Utah Farm Bureau (UFB) selected USU’s proposal to develop a 4-year college of veterinary medicine as one of its three priority issues during the 2022 state legislative session.

Rhett Robinson, a senior in the Outdoor Product Design & Development program accepted an internship with Trek Bicycles as a CAD Engineer Intern.

Following a successful internship by Utah State University student Josie Sorensen, a German chocolate company has selected three additional USU students to complete internships at the Halloren Chocolate Factory in Halle, Germany.

A marker buoy is grounded on the dried-up shore of Echo Reservoir at Echo State Park during a drought on Sept. 16, 2021. A new report led by USU suggests the West's drought appears to be the result of fewer storms and less about patterns that block storms...

USU has long been involved in research growing plants in space labs such as the International Space Station. Recently a Ph.D. student was recognized for her research here on Earth that could help researchers design the ideal conditions for growing plants ...

It may have taken a pandemic to shed light on the importance of veterinary medicine. As more people worked from home or otherwise left the workforce as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, there was an explosion in the adoption of companion animals.

Though she didn’t know it as she grew up playing in those fields of corn, one day she would be teaching the children of those farmers about how to be effective leaders, teammates and business leaders.

It may have taken a pandemic to shed light on the importance of veterinary medicine. As more people worked from home or otherwise left the workforce as a result of the COVID-19 outbreak, there was an explosion in the adoption of companion animals.

Paige Koch, a senior in Outdoor Product Design & Development, accepted a position at Under Armour as a Creative / Design Intern.

Students in OPDD's Design Thinking course worked with NASA Commercialization to identify opportunities to use NASA technology and materials to solve problems in the outdoor industry.

A new report from an international team of climate scientists suggests day-to-day weather system changes have played a big role in a period of generalized drying in the western United States — and the cause wasn’t an increase in high-pressure areas but ra...

KSL TV spoke with WIMU grad Dr. Lauren Michaud about how veterinary professionals are adapting to staff shortages in the wake of the COVID-19 omicron variant.

Attributing any specific instance of pollution to its source with scientific certainty, however, had proven difficult. Now, using the 2020 event as a starting place, an international team of researchers has developed a method for tracking the origins of a...

Winnie Mefford, a student who began the WIMU program at Utah State, shows her passion for animals and veterinary medicine through art at an exhibit at WSU's Animal Health Library. Read on to learn about her work and inspiration.

There is a study that has become apocryphal across long-distance running communities. It tried to answer the most common question distance runners get from normal pedestrian people. “What do you think about when you are running?”

“So, you are here to get all the secrets?” Michael Pate, an associate professor of agricultural systems technology, sits at his desk, a guarded smile on his face.

Research focused on neurological impacts of the virus and the omicron variant

Nash Calvin accepted a role at Hyperlite Mountain Gear as a Technical Pattern Designer.

Students in OPDD's Design Thinking course worked with NASA Commercialization to identify opportunities to use NASA technology and materials to solve problems in the outdoor industry.

There are birthdays and then there are birthdays. The difference? How about the treats? In that regard, it may be hard to top (no pun intended) Utah State University’s Aggie Creamery. The popular place a.

The year 2022 marks 100 years of business for Utah State University’s Aggie Creamery. To celebrate the centennial, the creamery is hosting a series of events as well as in-store and online monthly giveaways with prizes from local businesses.

Utah State University student Michael Clayton won the 64th American Association of Veterinary Laboratory Diagnosticians’ pathology slide seminar award for his presentation on the 2020 outbreak of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, in farmed mink ...

Rakesh Kaundal's Contributions to Bioinformatics Push the Boundaries of Human Knowledge

The Aggie Creamery, the makers of famous Aggie Ice Cream, is celebrating quite a milestone this year – 100 years. Aggie Ice Cream is unique in that it’s a food product that people love that is born out of university scientific research.

Maintaining mental health in a veterinary medicine program can be a challenge. On top of long hours, demanding courses, and school loans, the reality of working with animals in need of medical care often takes a heavy toll on students.

While many people think of their pets as part of the family, human-animal bonds can sometimes be viewed as less meaningful than other relationships. Playing with a dog or cat is fun, but it’s not usually considered to be a serious activity.

"These are not Republican issues or Democrat issues, these are human issues and they are certainly Western issues," the governor said while standing in a room full of Utah State University researchers at the Gallivan Center on Tuesday.

Leander Angerer, Creative and Founder behind Racing Atelier, talks about blending synthetic and natural materials to create beautiful and functional handmade packs in Bavaria.

Damon Morris, formerly the Senior Development at Manager at The North Face (now VP Outdoor at K2) spoke to OPDD students about the role of a product manager in bringing product to market and how instrumental design, development, and management are to maki...

The Utah State University Department of Animal, Dairy and Veterinary Sciences hosted the USU Academic Quadrathlon for undergraduate students to compete in a two-day event on Nov. 30 and Dec. 1.

The gap between a student learning about veterinary medicine and an actual veterinarian who diagnoses and treats animals can be daunting. Lectures, textbooks, and even demonstrations are one thing, but using the knowledge from those sources to save an ani...

From veterinary science to equine-assisted therapies, the Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center offers invaluable experience for anyone pursuing a career with horses.

Recent graduate and Product Design at Orvis, Natalie Cullum, was recently recognized by Polartec and awarded their Apex Award for her work on the Orvis PRO Sun Hoodie.

From veterinary science to equine-assisted therapies, the Sam Skaggs Family Equine Education Center offers invaluable experience for anyone pursuing a career with horses.

New instructors Jeremiah Garcia and Jake Clement bring unique skills and expertise to the welding program at Utah State University Eastern.

Todd Kohlman, corporate archivist at Burton, shares his pathway into working in product archives, the origins of the collection, and how historic materials are used by the Burton team.

Black is leading a team of researchers from USU and Michigan State — each representing the country’s two largest tart cherry producing states — to use the nearly $2 million grant to study more efficient crop management techniques.

Holiday travel can be stressful — even for the four-legged members of the family. But with some planning ahead and consideration of an animal’s needs and temperament, a road trip with your pet doesn’t have to be a dreaded drive.

Utah State University notable alum and donor, Ardeshir Zahedi, died on November 18 in Switzerland. He was 93. Globally celebrated as a lifelong champion of world peace and understanding, Zahedi shaped more than three decades of geopolitical history.

Rugged Thread is a part of a growing movement of repair in the outdoor industry. Josie Kinney, Director of Business Development, talks about the future of repair, the financial and sustainability benefits to offering these services, as well as the growing...