Government Relations
The mission of SUU Government Relations is to advance and advocate for the mission and goals of Southern Utah University by fostering strong, collaborative relationships with legislators and government officials, advocating for policies that support higher education, and securing resources that enhance our programs, initiatives, and overall mission.
Legislative Sessions - Budget Priorities & Engagement
Budget Priorities:
- Capital Development: SUU on 56 (Phoenix Plaza) - $4,635,000
Requests for Appropriation:
- Aviation Maintenance Training Expansion (AMT) - $284,860 one time, $246,000 ongoing
- Student Workforce Readiness Initiative - $500,000 one time, $2,627,400 ongoing
- Cultural Tourism Stabilization - $1,400,000 ongoing
Presentation to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee
Summer Games Special Olympics MOU Signing - Press Release
Budget Priorities:
- Capital Development: Business Building Expansion
Requests for Appropriation:
- Utah Rural Leadership Academy - $155,600 ongoing
- Theatrical Equipment - $810,000 one-time
- Helen Foster Snow Center - $300,000 one-time
Presentation to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee
Budget Priorities:
- Capital Development: The Cottages
- Capital Development: Music Building
Requests for Appropriation:
- Stadium Flood Repair $10.2 million one-time
- Utah Shakespeare Festival Funding Restoration - $52,500 ongoing
- Utah Shakespeare Festival Equipment & Facilities Investment - $540,000 one-time
Presentation to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee
Budget Priorities:
- Capital Development: Academic Classroom Building, O&M - $806,400
Requests for Appropriation:
- SUU STEM Center for Teaching and Learning - $75,000
Presentation to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee