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Page 4 High School Prom Edition - Spring 2011
Figuring out the
benefits of attending
college is easy. Not
only does a quality
university education
make you a more inter-
esting and well-round-
ed person, but it's get-
ting harder and harder to
get ahead in your career
without the benefit of a
degree. In fact, a study by
Georgetown University suggests that two-thirds of Utah jobs
will require higher education by 2020, whereas only 39 per-
cent of the state's adults currently have a degree or certifi-
cate. In your search for the
higher education experience
that's right for you, consider
the top five reasons for "going
green" and becoming a UVU
Wolverine.
Don't just take our word
that UVU is the best place to
learn in Utah.
Co me
check out
our campus for your-
self. Sign up for a campus tour.
Visit uvu.edu/futurestudents or call us at to
learn more. What are you waiting for?
1. Engaging educationYou may have seen the UVU billboards that tout the idea
of graduating "with a diploma and a resume." It's becoming
vitally important to have some relevant, practical experience
to accompany the traditional academic learning you receive
at a university.
At UVU, this is called "engaged learning," and it's a central
part of what you'll experience as a student here. UVU offers
a full array of academic programs - everything from technical
certificates to high-demand master degrees - that cover dis-
ciplines ranging from aviation to anthropology to accounting.
No matter what path you choose, you can expect an engag-
ing education at UVU. In fact, UVU's focus on engaged learn-
T O P F I V E R E A S O N S T O C H O O S E U V U
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ing led to the University's classification by the prestigious
Carnegie Foundation as a "community engaged" institution.
2. ValueAt UVU, you can receive a quality engaged learning
experience without the Ivy League sticker shock. UVU is one
of the best values in the country. UVU offers a full compli-
ment of quality academic programs, including 21 certifi-
cate/diploma programs, more than 120 associate/bache-
lor degrees and graduate studies in business (MBA),
education and nursing. Even as UVU's commitment to excel-
lent teaching and academic rigor has risen to the university
standard, the cost of admission remains a relative bargain at
a mere 56 percent of the national average.
3. InclusionUVU is the kind of place where students from all walks
of life can feel comfortable and receive a first-rate education
in a welcoming environment. UVU students come from all 50
states and about 70 countries. UVU's open-admission policy
also provides opportunity for students from a wide range of
backgrounds and levels of advantage, meaning UVU is both
a place where the best, brightest and most prepared choose
to study and, for those who are willing to do the work, a wel-
come second chance at higher education. Regardless of
your background, you'll find friends like you among UVU's
nearly 33,000 students. You'll fit in and find value in socializ-
ing with people from other backgrounds. UVU students learn
from each other's experiences, perspectives and values in an
atmosphere of inclusion and respect.
4. Student lifeThe college experience is more than just going to class
and studying. It's about socializing, making friends and being
active in both the campus and off-campus communities.
There are countless ways to get involved at UVU. UVU's has
dozens of clubs, ranging from ethnic to academic to religious
to athletic. There's a pretty good chance you'll find a club that
focuses on your interests. If not, create your own! UVU also
has a very popular intramurals program. It's a great way to
stay active and meet people.
UVU has
NCAA Division I sports in bas-
ketball, baseball, cross-country, golf, track & field,
and the state's only collegiate wrestling program. The UVU
campus is also host to two minor-league sports programs.
The Orem Owlz, the rookie baseball team for the Los
Angeles Angels of Anaheim, play their home games on cam-
pus at Brent Brown Ballpark. The Utah Flash, the NBA
Development League team for the Utah Jazz and the Atlanta
Hawks, also play their home games on campus at the UCCU
Center.
5. UVU campusThe UVU campus is unique in several ways. First, it's not
just located in Orem. UVU has satellite campuses across the
Wasatch Front. Take a semester "abroad" at our Wasatch
Campus. Students love getting some of their general educa-
tion classes out of the way at the cozy, scenic campus locat-
ed between Heber City and Park City. Many students work
and play at one of the three world-class ski resorts nearby.
The greenest state-owned building in Utah is also one of the
best libraries in the state. UVU's cutting-edge 200,000-
square-foot library has troves of traditional and digital
resources and is a favorite spot for students to study on cam-
pus. UVU is also constructing a state-of-the art science build-
ing addition that will add classroom and lab space for science
and health students.
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UVU has one of the most unique features that you'll find
on any college campus in the country - indoor hallways. The
traditional UVU student goes to school from August to April.
During the snowy winter months, UVU students enjoy the
campus's indoor hallway system that connects the various
buildings. That means you can spend the entire day on cam-
pus, attend all your classes, eat three meals, study, do home-
work and socialize, all without stepping a foot in the snow.
Carraba ’s Ital ian Gril l Carraba ’s Ital ian Gril l Chef ’s TableChef ’s Table
China Lily China Lily Goodwood BBQGoodwood BBQ
Los Hermanos Los Hermanos OutbackOutback
Pizza Fac tory Pizza Fac tory Red Lobste rRed Lobste r
Ruby River SteakhouseRuby River Steakhouse
Tepanyaki Japanese SteakhouseTepanyaki Japanese Steakhouse
TucanosTucanos
Prom Night Top RestaurantsProm Night Top Restaurants
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Go Play!Go Play!Great Day DatesGreat Day Dates
* Bowling* Bowling
* Laser Tag* Laser Tag
* Rock Climbing* Rock Climbing
* Go Carts* Go Carts
*Hot Air Ballooning*Hot Air Ballooning
* Arcade/Fun Center* Arcade/Fun Center
* Spa* Spa
* Bike Riding* Bike Riding
* Skating/Blading* Skating/Blading
* Hike/Picnic* Hike/Picnic
Arctic Circle • BajioArctic Circle • Bajio
Burgers SupremeBurgers Supreme
Cold StoneCold Stone
Iceberg Drive-InIceberg Drive-In
JCW • Los HermanosJCW • Los Hermanos
Red Robin • Sonic Drive-InRed Robin • Sonic Drive-In
Training Table • WingersTraining Table • Wingers
Hang Out & Eat!Hang Out & Eat!
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Let's face it - economic times are tough right now.
With millions of workers getting laid off across the country and
College: An Investment For the Future
news that things are likely to get worse financially before they
get better, it would be easy to give up hope.
Now is the time to prepare for college! With rough
financial years ahead, there is no better way to invest in your
future than to get an education. Getting an academic or voca-
tional degree will help you succeed.
In the professional world, how much education you
have will determine a lot. Not only will it equip you with the
necessary skills to prepare for adult life, it could be the very
thing that someday secures your career.
Start today - this very minute - to
prepare yourself for a college education.
Commit to attending a vocational, two- or
four-year college or university and make
plans to how you're going to get there.
Here are a few tips on how you can pre-
pare yourself to go to college:
• Work hard in high school. How you perform now can direct-
ly affect your first years of college experience, especially with
scholarships.
• Set goals and work to achieve them. If you fail to plan, you
plan to fail. Determine which schools you want to go to and find
out what it takes to get admitted. Search out scholarships and
other opportunities that can help you rise to meet your dreams.
• Don't feel insecure about looking into a
two-year college. There are many small-
er colleges around that offer low tuition
and great opportunities. All are great
places to get a foot in the door of a uni-
versity or professional experience.
• Use money wisely. You may not be able to see it now, but
saving money could pay off big for important things later.
Budget and be smart with how you choose to spend money.
Now is the time to attend college! Your choices in education will
determine the rest of your life. Use this time to prepare for that
experience.
Many high school students are aware of the tough
economy and difficult job market that awaits them after
graduation. Consequently, seniors start very early in the
year and make plans to attend traditional colleges and uni-
versities. It is their hope that an investment in higher edu-
cation will pay off by giving them an edge in the ever
increasing challenge of obtaining a stable career.
For many high school seniors, however, an additional four to six years of schooling is not something they wish to pur-
sue. Some are intimidated by the college and university process while others may simply be anxious to start their careers.
Whatever the reason, many high school seniors are looking for alternative pathways to finding meaningful careers and tack-
ling our difficult economy.
Each year more and more high school graduates are finding this alternative by attending vocational or career colleges.
High school seniors are discovering that careers in health care such as Medical Assisting, Surgical Technology, Medical
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DENTAL ASSISTING: A POPULAR CAREER
CHOICE FOR HIGHSCHOOL GRADUATES
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Billing and Coding, and Health Care Office Specialists are
growing in popularity and provide long term stable
employment. These programs allow quick entry into the
workforce with schooling that can often be completed in
one year or less.
Among the top choices for high school graduates
who are not ready to start a four year college or universi-
ty is Dental Assisting School. According to the United
States Bureau of Labor Statistics, jobs in Dental Assisting
will continue to grow much faster than most career fields
over the next decade. High school students are recogniz-
ing that not only are Dental Assisting Careers in demand,
they also help make life better for other people.
Dental assistants perform a variety of patient care,
office and laboratory duties. They sterilize and disinfect
instruments and equipment, prepare and lay out the
instruments and materials required to treat each patient,
and obtain and update patients’ dental records. Dental
assistants make patients comfortable in the dental chair
and prepare them for treatment. During dental proce-
dures, assistants work alongside the dentist to provide
assistance. They hand instruments and materials to den-
tists and keep patients’ mouths dry and clear by using
suction hoses or other devices. They also instruct
patients on postoperative and general oral health care.
Timpview High School graduate and longtime den-
tal assistant, Jennifer Urban, tells graduates who are con-
sidering attending college to become a Dental Assistant,
“In the field of dentistry you never stop learning. I enjoyed
learning how to work with a Dentist and helping patients.
It’s not just about doing something; it’s knowing why
you’re doing it.”
High school grads will find that most Dental
Assisting schools are very caring and easy to talk to
about enrolling. Graduates are cautioned, however, to be
careful when choosing a dental assisting school. Ryan
Sagers, President of the Utah Association of Private
Sector Colleges and Universities advises students to
“seek out Dental Assisting schools who are accredited. If
you are not sure, call them up and ask. This demon-
strates that your school meets proper standards, is con-
sidered viable in the dental community and also allows
you to receive federal financial aid to help pay for the cost
of your education.”
Schools such as AmeriTech College, which is the
longest running Dental Assisting School in Utah County,
have programs that students can finish in less than one
year. AmeriTech College even provides career place-
ment assistance upon graduation.
As seniors approach graduation, it is important that
they recognize that some additional schooling will help
them weather the economic storms facing young people
entering the workforce. For some, the traditional route to
a four year college or university will be right, for others,
however, a vocational or career college may be the best
choice.
For those who seek an alternative educational
route, a career as a Dental Assistant may prove to be a
quick path to a better career that they count on for long-
term stability and making a difference in the lives of oth-
ers.
Snow College has campus-es in Ephraim and Richfield, andattracts students from across thecountry who are looking forsmall class size, quality educa-tion and opportunities that areunsurpassed.
Students at the two-yearschool routinely transfer to thebest universities inside and out-side of Utah.
The get hands on experi-ence in their program in theirfreshman year, ranging frombeing a DJ on the radio to work-ing on cadavers in a lab to goingto Juilliard School camps inmusic, theatre and dance.
“All my teachers know myname, and they know when Imiss class,” said KarenMontano, a sophomore at Snow.“Plus you know almost everyoneon campus, so it is a fun place togo to school.”
Snow College offers thefirst two years of nearly everyacademic program. It is also theonly campus in the state whereyou can legally ride a four-wheeler to campus. And somestudents do. “I can’t imagine abetter place to get an education,”said Montano.
Visit www.snow.edu orcall 1-800-848-3399 for moreinformation about SnowCollege.
Snow College:Quality Opportunity
When it comes to quality and opportunity,Snow College offers students more than
they could ever ask for.
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with a world-renowned
university.
Our new configura-
tion has been described
as an institution with the
"heart of a community col-
lege, and the soul of a uni-
versity."
The future is full of
opportunity. Greater
access for students,
opportunities for faculty
and staff development and
increased opportunities for public private partnership
potentially producing economic development throughout
southeast Utah.
USU-Easterm will continue to offer lower division
transfer programs, one and two year certificates in
career and technical programs, customized workforce
education, lifelong learning and access to nineteen USU
bachelor's degrees, thirteen master's degrees and one
Doctorate degree. New degrees added this year are
bachelor's degrees in Economics and Social Work.
Ample on-campus housing and generous scholar-
ship and financial aid programs, make USU-Eastern a
perfect fit for students who would benefit from a person-
alized, inexpensive start in higher education. For further
information or to schedule a campus tour, call 800 336-
2381.
Utah State University-
College of Eastern Utah (USU-
Eastern) is a new addition to the
Utah State University family. We
have campuses in Price and
Blanding and Centers in Castle
Dale and throughout southeast
Utah.
Our new affiliation allows us
to retain the mission of a commu-
nity college including keeping our
traditional low tuition with the
added benefits of an affiliation
The Perfect Blend - USU-Eastern!ADMISSION REQUIREMENTSWith your high school diploma or GED (highschool equivalent), you are admitted toUSU-Eastern through our open admissionpolicy. All programs are open admissionand have no deadlines. (Except Cosmetology, Nail Technician &Nursing. Contact individual departmentsfor details.)
The following are required for admission:1. Application for Admission2. High school graduation/GED3. ACT or other test scores
(required for placement only)4. $25. application fee
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Wouldn't it be great to earn money by
making people feel good about themselves? There
aren't too many careers out there that offer such a
benefit. However, there is one career in particular
that offers a world of opportunity and doesn't take
years of college to graduate and, you can earn a
great deal of money while doing it. I'm speaking
about a career in Cosmetology. The cosmetology
industry is made up of many segments some of
which include:
• Hair Stylist • Make Up Artist • Barber
• Nail Tech • Esthetician
• Permanent Make Up Artist
Make Money While Making People Feel Good!
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These are only a few of the segments with-
in the industry. Ever dream of working on movie
sets or on a Broadway stage? Many do. Ever dream
of working at your favorite salon or even owning
one? Wouldn't it be a thrill to work behind the
scenes of a big fashion show? These are real possi-
bilities to everyone who is determined to do it.
In as little as one year, you can be certified
and license to start practicing your craft. Some
graduates go on to work for a salon or hair cutting
shop. Others decide to work from home. Some even
go to work for product companies as manufactures
representatives traveling all over the country train-
ing professionals. With so many opportunities to
choose from, it's no wonder that a career as a
Cosmetologist has become one of the most popular
among the Y generation.
Utah is very unique. It allows high school
seniors to forgo their normal high school schedule
to attend a technical school all while getting credit
towards a high school diploma. The Cosmetology
program is one of many approved courses. Students
can earn up to 8 full credits in the school year while
attending. One of the greatest benefits of the techni-
cal courses in Utah is the tuition funding that a stu-
dent gets. This funding allows students to obtain a
certificate at a fraction of the normal cost. However,
you have to be a high school student to be eligible
for the funding. To find out if you qualify, set an
appointment with your high school counselor. They
will let you know what you need to do to attend. You
owe it to yourself to learn more. Go see your coun-
selor today.
Climb your Way to Funand Fitness
Adventurous Fitness and Fun!
Looking for new ways to get in shape? Tired of the
same old routine? Spice it up with indoor rock climb-
ing! It’s a fun, challenging way to move your body
while improving coordination, stamina and confidence.
Kids love it and are natural born climbers, so family
climbing activities are always a favorite. The Quarry
Indoor Climbing Center has been a hit in Provo since
opening its doors ten years ago with 13,000 sq. ft of
walls loaded with routes for all abilities. Friendly
professional instructors and courteous staff help
newbies and experts alike. Introductory rates and
clinics are offered to the curious eager to try
climbing for their first time, and classes for the
experienced wanting to improve their skills. Early
morning and late night weekday yoga classes are
available free to members. Not surprisingly, The
Quarry is popular with youth, young adults and
families to gather after school and work, have
some fun, blow off some stress, burn some calo-
ries, or chill and thrill. Boasting family night, date
night, ladies classes, and all the gear you’ll need
to climb, The Quarry beckons you to put some
adventure and fitness in your life.
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