Upcoming Events

02
Mar

Geosciences Speaker Series: Rachel Phillips (aka GeoGirl)

Conference/Seminar

Rachel Phillips (University of South Carolina) will be presenting on geoscience communication.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
02
Mar

Plants, Soils & Climate Graduate Student Seminar

Conference/Seminar

PSC Graduate Seminar is held most Mondays from January to April. Weekly seminar will have different presenters, from graduate students to invited guest speakers.

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Agricultural Science Building |
03
Mar

Dr. Huaquig Wang: Urban Green Space as a Socio-Environmental Determinant of Health

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Dr. Huaqing Wang, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning (USU)

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building |
16
Mar

Plants, Soils & Climate Graduate Student Seminar

Conference/Seminar

PSC Graduate Seminar is held most Mondays from January to April. Weekly seminar will have different presenters, from graduate students to invited guest speakers.

3:30 pm - 5:00 pm | Agricultural Science Building |
16
Mar

Geosciences Speaker Series: Emily Kleber

Conference/Seminar

Emily Kleber (Utah Geological Survey) will present on geologic mapping of the Great Salt Lake.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
17
Mar

OPDD 10 Year Lecture: Nicole McLaughlin

Lecture/Readings

To continue the celebration of 10 years of OPDD, join us for a conversation with multi-disciplinary designer, Nicole McLaughlin. Learn about her process, sustainability and upcycling and where product and art collide! Date: March 17 | Time: 4:30pm | Location: JQL 227

4:30 pm - 6:00 pm |
19
Mar

Science Communication: Theory & Practice

Panel Discussion/Presentation

The Ecology Center invites you to join us for an evening discussing science communication—Thursday, March 19, from 4-6 PM in BNR 102! Dr. Sara Yeo (University of Utah) will present a seminar on "The Science of Science Communication," followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Yeo, Dr. Matthew LaPlante (Utah State University), and Lael Gilbert (Utah State University) on "Science Communication in the Age of Tik Tok."

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building |
19
Mar

Science Communication: Theory & Practice

Panel Discussion/Presentation

The Ecology Center invites you to join us for an evening discussing science communication—Thursday, March 19, from 4-6 PM in BNR 102!

Dr. Sara Yeo (University of Utah) will present a seminar on "The Science of Science Communication," followed by a panel discussion with Dr. Yeo, Dr. Matthew LaPlante (Utah State University), and Lael Gilbert (Utah State University) on "Science Communication in the Age of Tik Tok."

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building |
20
Mar

WILD Graduate Research Symposium

Panel Discussion/Presentation

The Wildland Resources Department is hosting its 21st Annual Graduate Research Symposium. The symposium provides an opportunity for WILD graduate students to present their research proposals or updates on ongoing projects and receive helpful feedback from students and faculty.

All Day | Huntsman Hall |
20
Mar

LAEP Speaker Series with Stephanie Grigsby

Lecture/Readings

LAEP's Speaker Series is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the design of places and systems that shape our world. Anyone interested in how his or her life and career might be enhanced through learning about planning and design will enjoy attending. Students from Art, Graphic Design, Performance Art, Engineering, Landscape Architecture and Environmental Planning, and Outdoor Product Development and Design are likely to be enlightened by this series.

BIO: Stephanie Grigsby, ASLA, AICP, is a licensed landscape architect, certified planner, and design leader whose work centers on strengthening the relationship between people, place, and nature. With over two decades of experience, she has shaped landscapes at every scale—from neighborhood greenways to regional trail systems and climate-sensitive coastal corridors.

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm | Fine Arts Visual |
23
Mar

Plants, Soils & Climate Graduate Seminar - Dr. Lawrence Hipps

Conference/Seminar

Guest speaker Dr. Lawrence Hipps, professor of Biometeorology and Atmospheric Science. Seminar titled, "Sampling of Adventures in Biometeorology: Connection to the Water Crisis" Refreshments at 3:15 PM, Seminar begins at 3:30 PM

3:15 pm - 5:00 pm | Agricultural Science Building |
23
Mar

Geosciences Speaker Series: Jessica Warren

Conference/Seminar

Jessica Warren (University of Delaware) will present on plate tectonics and mantle processes.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Geology building |
24
Mar

ENVS Colloquium Series Spring 26

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Dr. Derrick Vaughn, Geosciences (USU): "Carbon Cycling along the Land-Sea Continuum"

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building |
25
Mar

QANR Boots & Blackjack Casino Night

Student Activities

Join the Utah State University S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources for Boots & Blackjack, a Wild West–themed casino night for students. This high-energy evening will feature a variety of casino-style games and activities including blackjack, poker, roulette, bingo, and more, along with live music, swing dancing, a DJ, networking opportunities, and great prizes.

Students are encouraged to come in their best western attire and enjoy a fun night with friends. Free bandanas will be provided to the first 200 students in attendance.

Boots & Blackjack is free and open to all USU students.

Date: Wednesday, March 25
Time: 7:00 PM – 11:00 PM
Location: USU South Farm – Indoor Arena
3561–3799 S 2400 W, Logan, UT

This event is made possible by the S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture and Natural Resources and Mountainland Supply Company.

All Day |
26
Mar

The American Southwest Film and Panel Discussion

Fundraiser

Join us on March 26th for a panel discussion and film showing of Ben Masters' acclaimed documentary The American Southwest, presented in conjunction with the Utah Wildlife Federation! The Colorado River sustains millions of people and countless species across the West, yet its future grows increasingly uncertain. Distinguished panelists Jack Schmidt, Sarah Koenigsberg, and Amy Wicks will explore what’s at stake for wildlife, ecosystems, and communities, and what solutions are within reach. This is an opportunity to engage in meaningful dialogue about one of the most pressing natural resource challenges of our time. Following the panel discussion will be a showing of the film The American Southwest, a family-friendly wildlife movie that takes viewers on an unforgettable journey down the mighty Colorado River. Proceeds from the evening support the Berryman Institute’s mission to advance science-based solutions at the intersection of people and wildlife as well as the Utah Wildlife Federation in its mission to ensure wildlife thrive in Utah.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Eccles Conference Center |
30
Mar

USU Aviation Week - Helicopter Day

Exhibition

USU Aviation Technology will be starting off its Aviation Week with a helicopter landing on northwest corner of the quad at 10:20am. Come and watch the landing, stay for questions, take pictures, and then watch it take off at 1:30. Free to the public!

10:20 am - 1:30 pm | Quad |
30
Mar

Geo Speaker Series: Forster Lecture: James Stegen

Conference/Seminar

James Stegen (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory) will present on freshwater biogeochemistry.

From 3/30 at 3:30 pm to 3/31 at 4:30 pm | Geology building |
30
Mar

PSC Graduate Seminar - Guest Speaker - Shaun Bushman

Conference/Seminar

PSC Graduate seminar will feature a guest speaker, Shaun Bushman, Forage and Range Research Lab, USDA. Event is free and open to the public. Light Refreshments prior to the seminar at 3:15 PM.

3:30 pm - 4:30 pm | Agricultural Science Building |
30
Mar

QANR Spring Speaker - Jessica Cox

Lecture/Readings

Jessica Cox (born 1983) is an American motivational speaker, advocate, and the world's first licensed pilot without arms. Born without arms due to a rare birth defect, she has achieved remarkable feats using her feet, including earning a Taekwondo black belt, driving, scuba diving, and piloting an airplane, while inspiring others through her, Rightfooted Foundation.

7:00 pm - 9:00 pm | TSC, International Lounge |
31
Mar

USU Aviation Week - Drone Day

Exhibition

USU Aviation Technology Aviation Week continues with UAS (Drone) demonstrations on the east side of the Quad. Come see large drones, small drones, fast drones, and the skills USU UAS Students possess flying them. You might be able to fly one as well! In case of inclement weather, they will move to the Sunburst Lounge in the Taggart Student

10:00 am - 2:00 pm | Quad |
31
Mar

Geo Speaker Series: Forster Lecture: James Stegen

Conference/Seminar

James Stegen (Pacific Northwest National Laboratory) will present.

11:00 am - 12:00 pm | Mehdi Heravi Global Teaching and Learning Center |
31
Mar

ENVS Colloquium Series Spring 26

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Dr. Steven Wilcox, Applied Economics (USU) "Identifying the Casual Contribution of Pluvial Dust to Local PM2.5: A Particle-Hours Exposure Framework for the Bonneville Basin"

1:30 pm - 2:30 pm | Biology & Natural Resources building |
31
Mar

Aviation Week 2026 - Utah State Aviation Program Annual Banquet & Silent Auction

Breakfast/Luncheon/Dinner

Come celebrate the Flying Aggies at the annual Aviation Program Banquet at the Logan-Cache Airport. Join us for a big Flying Aggie Reunion Celebration where we will recognize our outstanding students and raise scholarship funds with any items you can donate for our silent auction. The annual Silent Auction has raised over $2,500 for our students nearly every year with donated items such as airplane models, discovery flights, historical and aviation-themed items.

All paid guests will receive the 2026 annual program coin! Dress is business casual (open-collar, nice pants/skirt, dress/coat and tie are optional).

We will have a guest speaker, celebrate our 87th Anniversary of Aviation degree at USU with a display, and have opportunities to fellowship with current students and alumni. We will be honoring our top students, faculty and staff, and announce some student achievement awards.

6:00 pm - 9:00 pm |