Utah State University Moab is in the midst of expanding its support for students and updating its campus infrastructure, including student housing and traffic safety improvements, while also shining a spotlight on its academic successes and community-focused projects, according to an announcement by the university. For those thinking of a campus visit, the Moab location not only offers a variety of degree programs but also stands out as an exemplar for sustainability with its eco-friendly building designs.
Currently, USU Moab is tackling the lack of campus-affiliated student housing by kicking off the exploration phase for potential housing solutions, however, no concrete plans are on the table yet, leaving students to eye a private development across the street that, while not affiliated with the institution, is under construction. Over at the crossing of Highway 191 and Aggie Boulevard, a new traffic light installation is in the works, a joint effort by USU Moab, the Utah Department of Transportation, Moab City, and Grand County which, according to USU Today, is "expected to enhance safety for students, faculty, and visitors" and should wrap up by the summer of 2025.
On the academic front, USU Moab has some boasting rights with its Welding and Nursing programs: the latter has nailed a 100% pass rate on the NCLEX exam for three consecutive years. The campus also recently received a hefty donation from Fred Hinke, earmarked explicitly for scholarships, which is poised to boost opportunities for students keen on career-focused education in Technical Education.
USU Moab faculty isn't just excelling in teaching; they're also contributing to scholarship, with a faculty member, Roslynn McCann, making waves with her published work on culturally sensitive climate education in "Community Science." The university is also making strides in environmental conservation, setting a local example with a forthcoming water-wise cactus garden that demonstrates sustainable landscape practices for businesses and homeowners alike, which is a proud joint project with local horticulturists and USU Extension, as reported by USU Today.
Investing in the future, USU Moab has teamed up with the Grand County School District to launch scholarships specifically for future educators, which are set to be available by Fall 2025. This initiative is part of USU Moab's broader effort to grow educators from within the community. All these updates point to the university's commitment to not just its student body but to strengthening ties with the local community, which can be easily explored firsthand by scheduling a campus visit for a deeper dive into their programs and projects.
