Logan is nestled in the Cache Valley -- a beautiful getaway destination for all four seasons! Whether you are looking for

a relaxing weekend to clear your mind and get some peace or an adventurous getaway to feel the rush of the wind against you as you race down the mountain on a

bike, skis, an ATV or on the water, Cache Valley has something for everyone. It is a growing metropolis with over

140,000 people. It is rich with theatre and culture, education, community parks, year round recreation and

family entertainment.

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Population:Appoximatly 140,000 peopleElevation:4,775 feet Average Temperature:78 degrees Distance From Airport:65 milesChurches:Over 40 churches that serve different faithsActivities:Run, bike, hike, climb, cast, ride, ski, spin, sled, explore, admire, shop, eat, relax, have fun…the opportunities are endless!

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Utah State University welcomes nearly 22,000 students each year to its main campus in Logan. Students select from 230 options

offered in 45 departments housed in eight colleges: Agriculture, Business, Education,

Engineering, Family Life, Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences, Natural Resources,

and Science.

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Utah State is ranked in

the top 4% of all

colleges and

universities in the

United States.

Best ValueUtah State consistently

ranks as one of the "100

Best Buys" in the nation,

and the university has relatively low tuition

costs compared to the

other top-tier research institutions in the nation.

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College of Education – One of the most productive education research programs in the country, including the fifth best instructional technology program. USU’sCollege of Education is the only one in Utah ranked in the top tier by US News and World Report Magazine. It also houses the nationally renowned Center for Person’s with Disabilities.College of Business – Accountancy students have twice the national pass rate on the CPA exam. College of Engineering – The average for passing the National Fundamentals of Engineering Exam on the first try is 55%. Utah State students average is 95%!College of Natural Resources – Our graduates are in high demand with state and federal agencies and conservation organizations. Every student has a summer internship opportunity.

College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences – USU’s Interior Design Department is the only accredited program in Utah, Montana, Washington, New Mexico, and Arizona. For the past two years, a faculty member of the Department of Theatre has been honored with the Kennedy Center Medallion of Excellence. The Art Department is one of nine departments across the countryinvited to join the Society of Illustrators, the most prestigious professional illustration organization in the world. HASS also advises the Interdisciplinary Studies Major which allows students to create a unique, individualized degree to fit their specific career interest.College of Science – Students work closely with faculty who are leading scientist in their field. They have sent more research experiments up into space (via NASA) than any other university in the country.College of Agriculture – Faculty has national and international reputations.

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1) Notre Dame 92% 982) Tulsa 89% 633) Duke 88% 674) Wisconsin 88% 655) Northwestern 87% 716) Boston College 86% 707) Stanford 84% 898) Western Michigan 83% 539) Michigan 82% 72

10) Syracuse 81% 7511) Rice 81% 5712) UTAH STATE 81% 32

Rankings are determined by federal graduation-rate forms used by schools in Divisions I and II. They are for freshmen who

entered in Fall 1996 and had six years to graduate. There are 325 Division I and 270 Division II schools.

School Rate Athletes

1) Oklahoma +40 692) UTAH STATE +36 323) Western Michigan +29 534) Wisconsin +27 655) Temple +20 426) Clemson +19 877) Boston College +19 708) Michigan State +17 959) Auburn +17 6510) Arizona +16 67 11) Southern Mississippi +16 5 3

School Increase(from 1995 rate) Athletes

Spring 2005 Grade Point Average Breakdown:4.00………………… 12(3%)3.00-3.99………….. 148(46%)% above 3.00… 50%2.00-2.99………….. 101(31%)% above 2.00… 82%< 2.00…………….. 57(18%)Cumulative 2005 Grade Point Average Breakdown:4.00………………… 5(01%)3.00-3.99………….. 148(46%)% above 3.00… 48 %2.00-2.99………….. 133(41%)% above 2.00… 89 %< 2.00…………….. 32(10%)

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Academic Goals

1. 100% Graduation Rate2. Top 25 in the Nation for Team

Grade Point Average3. Team Grade Point Average of 3.3 or Higher

How we are going to do it:

Utilize the Student-Athlete Services Center. Tutors and your academic advisor will be available and ready to help you. We want you to get help before you are in a crisis.

You don’t need an F in order to get a tutor.

Study table is mandatory for all first year players and all those that have below a 2.5 g.p.a. Tutors are available at

all study table hours.

Academics will be a priority and treated as such. You will be at Utah State to obtain an education and an undergraduate degree. Unless on a road trip, basketball will never be an

excuse for missed class, late assignments or an unacceptable grade. Practice will be scheduled around classes and there will be no games during finals weeks.

has sent more experiments up in space (via NASA) than any other university?has more than 220 undergraduate degree options, 89 masters programs, and 32 doctoral programs?has more than 800 faculty members, the student to faculty ratio is 22:1?is a residential campus; 80% of the students are living on or near campus?80% students are undergraduates?has all 50 States represented, and 87 other countries?has a student body gender ratio of 47% men to 53% women?95% of USU Engineering students pass the Fundamentals of Engineering exam on the first try. The national average is 55%?Art Department is one of only 9 schools across the country to be invited to join the Society of Illustrators, the most prominent professional illustration organization in the United States?has one of the top Natural Resources programs in the nation?has the highest placement record for teacher education in Utah?have had a USU professor named as Utah Professor of the Year four years in a row by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching?is ranked 66th in the nation for the number of Merit Scholars attending a university?houses eleven worship centers/service clubs on-campus (Lutheran, Catholic, Jewish, Christian Fellowship, LDS, etc.) students campaigned and voted to increase their student fees in order to reinstate women’s basketball at Utah State?

Did you know that Utah State…

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Student-Athlete Mentor Program: This program is designed to ease freshmen and transfer student-athletes, as well as continuing student-athletes, in

their transition to Utah State University and Intercollegiate Athletics, the Logan community and

college life.

"CHAMPS" stands for Challenging Athletes' Minds for Personal Success. The five components of CHAMPS are academics, athletics, personal

development, career development and community service.

Aggie Ambassadors is a program bringing together our community and Utah State University Athletics.

Utah State University student athletes create a partnership with parents

and teachers in reinforcing the principles taught in the

home and classroom.

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Utah State's Romney Stadium features beautiful views of the surrounding

mountains from every side of the stadium.

The $4.5 million facility houses a 100-yard Astro Turf surface which allows

Aggie athletic teams to work out year-round. It is the largest

freestanding indoor collegiate training facility in the Intermountain

West. This facility which is utilized by all Utah State athletes houses state-of-the-art weight training equipment and is managed by

four certified strength and conditioning

coaches.

This first on-campus surgical center of its kind in the country is

utilized for the treatment of athletic

injuries, rehabilitation, therapy, strength conditioning and training for USU

athletes.

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The 10,270 seat Dee Glen Smith Spectrum looks to continue a tradition of large crowds and

home-court wins. The Spectrum has gained a reputation as one of the nation’s toughest venues for

visiting teams. In a recent Las Vegas Review Journal survey, Big West Conference players and coaches voted overwhelmingly that the Spectrum was the most

difficult arena in the league.

Utah State is proudof our brand new,

state of the art scoreboard. The

eight sided jumbo-tron

scoreboard was installed into the

SpectrumSeptember 14th,

2003.

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Co-ed by apartment Three-bedroom

apartments Full kitchen and

living room Two bathrooms and

a vanity/dressing area

Study lounges oneach floor

Next to LundstromStudent Center thatincludes a 16-stationcomputer lab, on-site tutoring, TV lounge,laundry room, and exercise room

Community big-screenTV., pianos, ping-pong, and pool tables

Provides unlimited access to The Junction during hours of operation + $100.00 Flex Money per semester that can be

used at any campus dining location. Come in as many times a day as you want. Eat a full meal or stop in for a

quick snack and a soda.

Utah State University Women’s Basketball

In 2005-2006 Utah State University, New Mexico State and the University of Idaho will be entering into the Western Athletic Conference. “This action

represents a signifigant step forward for Utah State athletics and forgreather visibility of the University as a whole,” President Kermit Hall said.

“It holds a promise for greater regional rivalries and traditions and academic excellence, which will serve Utah State well into the future.”

The WAC was ranked the The WAC was ranked the 7th 7th bestbest womenwomen’’s s

basketball conference in the country.basketball conference in the country.

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was the 8th Most Improved team in

the nation.

The WAC sent The WAC sent

4 4 teams to post season play in 2005.teams to post season play in 2005.

From the moment of conceptionUtah State University Women’s Basketball has been receiving national,

state, and local press coverage. The idea of building a program from the ground up is one that has

peaked great interest.