Happy Anniversary

July 1 marked a significant milestone in higher education in the state of Utah. Two notable institutions were formally brought together with the creation of Utah State University-College of Eastern Utah. Two schools united, 200 years of experience combined.

Defined by the legislature as a “comprehensive regional college,” the union of Utah State University and the College of Eastern Utah offers advantages to both institutions — and also for all prospective students, said Joe Peterson, USU Eastern chancellor.

Peterson said combining two historical institutions that each has had its own separate identities, traditions, cultures, processes and procedures into one unified institution is no small task. There are numerous variables and challenges. Nevertheless, great anticipation and excitement has emerged from this new union as a result of combining strengths and resources.

“The future is bright for students in eastern Utah and for USU students statewide as a result of this unique union,” he said.

Merger Milestones

O4 March 2010

Bill 69 was passed by the Utah State Legislature officially creating Utah State University-College of Eastern, the first higher education merger between two long-standing institutions in the state’s history.

26 April 2010

Dr. Joe Peterson is named chancellor of newly formed Utah State University-College of Eastern Utah.

02 May 2010

Historic partnership between Utah State University-College of Eastern Utah is celebrated with ceremonial bill signing by Utah’s Gov. Gary Herbert in Price, Utah.

01 July 2010

Merger goes into effect.

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