Over the summer I had the privilege of interviewing one of the most magnetic personalities in the history of Southern Utah University, Ray Jones Jr. It was, without a doubt, one of the most entertaining interviews I have ever been a part of. I first met Ray three days ago on SUU campus. He greeted meContinue reading “RAY JONES”
Author Archives: Hayden Coombs
RED
When it comes to SUU athletics, the question that most people ask Red Dover is, “Is there anybody you don’t now?” But Kent “Red” Dover’s connection to SUU athletics goes far deeper than being an avid fan of the teams. Affectionately nicknamed “Red” because of the bright red hair he had as a boy, RedContinue reading “RED”
MOOC
From a newborn children to a PhD candidates defending their dissertations, every person on this planet is actively engaged in the process of learning. The pursuit of education is both a privilege and a challenge that many are faced with. In the United States, almost anyone can receive a college education if they work hardContinue reading “MOOC”
READING
A child’s parents are, in most cases, the most important people in his or her life. A mother and father that work together have the unique ability to care for their each of their children’s physical, emotional, and mental needs. Parents clearly play a fundamental role in the development of their children. According to aContinue reading “READING”
TRULY UNIQUE
A stunning smile. Beautiful golden hair. A perfectly proportioned, slender build. Universally loved and adored by everyone. These are the characteristics that make me unique. They are not mine, however, but just a few of the developing attributes that have begun to epitomize my two year-old daughter. My daughter, Avery Sue, is not only theContinue reading “TRULY UNIQUE”
YOU CAN PLAY
Last week I wrote about some of the learning that went on at the 2015 Big Sky Health & Wellness Symposium. Attendees had the privilege to hear from representatives from the University of Michigan from the Athletes Connected organization, as well as Wade Davis from the You Can Play project. Wade Davis is a formerContinue reading “YOU CAN PLAY”
CONNECTED
This past week I was lucky enough to attend the 2015 Big Sky Conference Health & Wellness Symposium. It was both interesting and informing. I learned more during the two hours of presentations today than I learned during semester-long courses I’ve taken. The messages delivered during the two presentations really resonated with me. I’m goingContinue reading “CONNECTED”
NO. 7
For years I’ve been told to keep a blog. I’ve tried multiple times. Six different times, to be exact. Despite the many times I’ve heard famous writers and authors say something along the lines of, “The best thing I ever did was start a blog,” or, “I wish I would have started a blog earlierContinue reading “NO. 7”
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