Author Archives: Hayden Coombs

Taylor Whitson: Setting the Expectation at SUU

This story was originally published in the University Journal and on SUUNews.net. It has been re-published here with the permission of the author. The winter night air is chilled as fathers and daughters shuffle into the Hunter Conference Center on the campus of Southern Utah University. It’s Feb. 2, 2019, the night of the firstContinue reading “Taylor Whitson: Setting the Expectation at SUU”

“No” is a Complete Sentence

This story was originally published in the University Journal and SUUNews.net. It has been republished here with the permission of the authors. The following article contains three first-hand accounts of sexual assault written by anonymous SUU students. These stories are not just for survivors of sexual assault; they are for allies, bystanders, and abusers alike. Continue reading ““No” is a Complete Sentence”

Catching Up with SUU’s All-American, Matt Cannon

This story was originally published in the University Journal and SUUNews.net. It has been republished here with the permission of the author. He was a model citizen on campus,” said Neil Gardner, SUU’s former Sports Information Director. “He was the all- American boy.” Gardner is talking about Matt Cannon, SUU’s decorated football player-turned- board oftrusteesContinue reading “Catching Up with SUU’s All-American, Matt Cannon”

Scotty Bauman: 28 Years Later

This story was originally published in the University Journal and SUUNews.net. It has been republished here with the permission of the author. 28 years ago, Scott Bauman sat outside a job interview for the SUU Gymnastics head coach position, sure that he wasn’t even in the running for the opening. He could hear the candidateContinue reading “Scotty Bauman: 28 Years Later”

Journey

In Costa da Caparica’s golden embrace,I found a shore where memories interlace,The ocean whispered secrets in the breeze,As I wandered through the swaying palm trees. Amadora’s streets, a bustling heart’s song,A tapestry of cultures where I belong,From graffiti alleys to the tram’s old grace,In every corner, a familiar face. In Évora’s ancient walls, I roamed,WhereContinue reading “Journey”

Every Student Has a Story: Crystal Christensen

This story was originally published in the University Journal and SUUNews.net. It has been republished here with the permission of the author. Crystal Christensen is one of more than 10,000 students at SUU who have a unique story that makes the T-Bird Nation special. With four failed attempts of starting a family, Crystal is enContinue reading “Every Student Has a Story: Crystal Christensen”

Alentejo

In Alentejo’s golden land I roam,Where saudades in my heart find home.Evora’s ancient streets, a winding maze,Hold memories of brighter, sunnier days. The sun-kissed plains of Beja stretch afar,Where endless horizons meet each star.Saudades fill my soul with warmth and grace,For Alentejo’s beauty, time can’t erase. Santo Andre by the ocean’s gentle sway,Where azure watersContinue reading “Alentejo”