Resolution to Preserve the Dixie State University Name

Whereas – Southern Utah was settled by dedicated pioneer families

displaying character, fortitude, and faith and came to be known as Utah’s
Dixie.
Whereas – The Dixie Spirit is that spirit of cooperation and unity that
transcends differences and works toward a quality of lifestyle which
generations of Utah Dixie’s families have contributed toward building.
Whereas – The Dixie Spirit lives on today, in both the descendants of those
amazing and visionary pioneers, and the great many who would arrive and
become adopted sons and daughters of Utah’s Dixie.
Whereas – Dixie State University holds a special place in the rich history of
Utah’s Dixie and our history is worthy of being preserved.
Whereas – The Utah Republican Party believes Utah should lead the Nation
in rejecting what is known as “cancel culture” since rejecting our history and
heritage will do far more harm to society than any perceived challenges.
Whereas – The evidence shows that an overwhelming majority of the
citizens of Utah’s Dixie are in favor of keeping Dixie State University as the
name of our university, and believe it is an important part of preserving the
culture, lifestyle, and history of this area.
Therefore – The Utah Republican Party supports keeping Dixie State
University as the name of the university and respectfully requests that the
members of the Utah Legislature vote to reject any name change proposal
submitted for consideration.

Sponsor: Jimi Kestin

Co-sponsors: Lesa Sandberg, Colin Jack, Larry Meyers, Kurt Ivie, Michelle
Boulter, Nate Brooksby