Dixie State University

My experience at Dixie was good. I thought it was the worst at the time I attended, but after going to another school and gaining perspective, I see that it does have a lot of value. It seems with the new buildings and changes they’ve undergone since becoming a university that they have great progress and goals in mind. Its great to see the school succeeding and I hope the quality will continue to improve. St. George is lucky to have a university here and I don’t believe we should expect too much of it at this point in time as it is evolving rapidly.

My experience with Dixie is a little outdated… but in conversations with more recent and current students it sounds like things haven’t changed much. I attended in 2005. When I attended, I had recently graduated high school. I felt that the college (which it was at the time) felt like a high school. It’s hard to pinpoint the root of this. I think ultimately the attitude of students, even the relationship between professors and students made it feel like High School Part II. It may have been because no one I know really gave the school much respect — it’s just the party school. I’m not really sure, but this sentiment has been shared by most of those who I’ve spoken with.
I know they offer a lot in regard to sports, and the climate is pretty great, though it’s hot in the summer (but who goes to summer school anyway??). St. George itself is a beautifully maintained city, but it doesn’t have a lot outside of movie theatres and hiking. Hiking is certainly plentiful and scenic. No wonder it’s a party school! What else is there to do for fun other than party? Oh, and drive to Vegas… or Mesquite.

Ive been a student a Dixie for 1 ½ years. There are highs and lows about the college. Transferring from a community college, I thought it would have more of a University feel. Not much Dixie Spirit. So, i gave it 3 stars to even out the pros and cons. Start with the cons. Dixie is not at all as organized as a community college. Needs alot to be updated but working on it. NO math lab anymore booo. The only food services are expensive and when open, lack freshness. Students could get involved more. Buyback program is a bummer because I rarely get any money back. Now the pros. Prices are very reasonable. I do feel safe here, and so does my vehicle in the parking lot. Teachers are great, especially my math teacher Craig Seegmiller. Most, except Digennero, care about the students enough to give additional help when needed. The good ones need a raise! Thank you Dixie for the border waiver, like that scholarship program. GO RED STORM!