USU Alumni Association on LinkedIn: #aggieimpact #usualumni

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A lifelong fan, Clark’s passion for USU Athletics began in his childhood, attending games at the Spectrum with his family. That bond grew stronger during his time as a student, where he cheered from the front row at every game. Today, he continues that tradition as a season ticket holder, sharing the experience with his family—his daughter competed on the Aggies’ track and field team, while his son played football.\n\nClark’s connection to USU goes beyond the stands. He’s a proud supporter of the USU Athletics Reach and Rise initiative, helping student-athletes thrive on and off the field. 'Aggie Athletics is made up of student-athletes, and that’s what our donations support,' he says. His commitment to giving back is matched by a belief in USU's mission and the impact of a Utah State education.\n\nGraduating with an accounting degree from the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Clark’s career took off at Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. in New Orleans. He later returned to Utah, where he rose through the ranks at Deloitte & Touche and the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies, eventually retiring as CEO in 2019 after leading more than 11,000 employees.\n\nNow, as a university trustee and a proud father of five USU alumni, Clark reflects on the importance of giving back to the university that shaped his life. 'The Spectrum is unbelievable, and seeing everyone in the stadium doing the Scotsman is something special,' he shares. 'I’m proud to be an Aggie, and I’ll keep doing whatever I can to support this incredible institution.' 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the leaves turn and a crisp breeze fills the air, Aggie pride thrives at Utah State University, and few embody this spirit like Clark Whitworth ’82. A lifelong fan, Clark’s passion for USU Athletics began in his childhood, attending games at the Spectrum with his family. That bond grew stronger during his time as a student, where he cheered from the front row at every game. Today, he continues that tradition as a season ticket holder, sharing the experience with his family—his daughter competed on the Aggies’ track and field team, while his son played football. Clark’s connection to USU goes beyond the stands. He’s a proud supporter of the USU Athletics Reach and Rise initiative, helping student-athletes thrive on and off the field. 'Aggie Athletics is made up of student-athletes, and that’s what our donations support,' he says. His commitment to giving back is matched by a belief in USU's mission and the impact of a Utah State education. Graduating with an accounting degree from the Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Clark’s career took off at Peat, Marwick, Mitchell & Co. in New Orleans. He later returned to Utah, where he rose through the ranks at Deloitte & Touche and the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies, eventually retiring as CEO in 2019 after leading more than 11,000 employees. Now, as a university trustee and a proud father of five USU alumni, Clark reflects on the importance of giving back to the university that shaped his life. 'The Spectrum is unbelievable, and seeing everyone in the stadium doing the Scotsman is something special,' he shares. 'I’m proud to be an Aggie, and I’ll keep doing whatever I can to support this incredible institution.' 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Historically, select programs have dominated college basketball. However, additional schools have proven they are willing to go to great lengths to bring the highest level of talent to their programs. Facilities play a key role in recruiting the next generation of talent. Student-athletes are looking for the best game-day environment, as well as features like locker rooms, practice courts, player lounges and weight rooms. Twelve of the schools in this year’s men’s Sweet 16 have at least one facility dedicated exclusively to basketball, which cost them a combined $335 million, funded in large part through private donations. Ten of the schools have built new or renovated their basketball facilities in the last decade. Best-in-class facilities help build more successful programs for when March comes around, but the prime-time exposure of the NCAA tournament also has a positive impact on the school. 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Historically, select programs have dominated college basketball. However, additional schools have proven they are willing to go to great lengths to bring the highest level of talent to their programs. Facilities play a key role in recruiting the next generation of talent. Student-athletes are looking for the best game-day environment, as well as features like locker rooms, practice courts, player lounges and weight rooms. Twelve of the schools in this year’s men’s Sweet 16 have at least one facility dedicated exclusively to basketball, which cost them a combined $335 million, funded in large part through private donations. Ten of the schools have built new or renovated their basketball facilities in the last decade. Best-in-class facilities help build more successful programs for when March comes around, but the prime-time exposure of the NCAA tournament also has a positive impact on the school. Despite overall undergraduate enrollment seeing consistent declines from fall 2019 to fall 2022, every winner of the NCAA tournament since 2019 has seen an increase in enrollment in the fall following their March Madness win. National undergraduate enrollment finally increased by 1.2% year-over-year in fall 2023. 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Historically, select programs have dominated college basketball. However, additional schools have proven they are willing to go to great lengths to bring the highest level of talent to their programs. Facilities play a key role in recruiting the next generation of talent. Student-athletes are looking for the best game-day environment, as well as features like locker rooms, practice courts, player lounges and weight rooms. Twelve of the schools in this year’s men’s Sweet 16 have at least one facility dedicated exclusively to basketball, which cost them a combined $335 million, funded in large part through private donations. Ten of the schools have built new or renovated their basketball facilities in the last decade. Best-in-class facilities help build more successful programs for when March comes around, but the prime-time exposure of the NCAA tournament also has a positive impact on the school. Despite overall undergraduate enrollment seeing consistent declines from fall 2019 to fall 2022, every winner of the NCAA tournament since 2019 has seen an increase in enrollment in the fall following their March Madness win. National undergraduate enrollment finally increased by 1.2% year-over-year in fall 2023. 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Fans are gearing up, and the atmosphere on campuses and in cities is electric. Beyond the excitement, college football brings significant economic benefits to local and national economies. Here’s how: Boosting Local Economies - College football games draw large crowds, boosting local economies in several ways: · Hospitality: Hotels, restaurants, and bars see increased business, especially on game weekends. 🏨 · Retail Sales: Fans buy team merchandise, from jerseys to souvenirs, supporting local stores. 🏈 · Transportation: Increased travel boosts business for airlines, car rentals, and public transportation. ✈ Economic Benefits for Universities - College football impacts universities significantly: · Revenue Generation: Ticket sales, broadcasting rights, and sponsorship deals generate substantial revenue, supporting other athletic programs and funding scholarships. 🎟 · Employment: Football programs create jobs, from coaching to game day operations, contributing to the local job market. 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Law | NIL Attorney | Business Law | Former Division I College Basketball Player </p> <span class="!text-xs text-color-text-low-emphasis leading-[1.33333] flex"> <time class="flex-none"> 9mo  </time>  </span> </div>  </div> <div class="attributed-text-segment-list__container relative mt-1 mb-1.5 babybear:mt-0 babybear:mb-0.5"> <p class="attributed-text-segment-list__content text-color-text !text-sm whitespace-pre-wrap break-words " dir="ltr" data-test-id="feed-reshare-content__commentary">This great piece by <a class="link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/ross-dellenger-99093214?trk=public_post_reshare-text" target="_self" data-tracking-control-name="public_post_reshare-text" data-tracking-will-navigate>Ross Dellenger</a> takes an in-depth look at how high-level college football coaches’ jobs have been altered since <a class="link" href="https://www.linkedin.com/signup/cold-join?session_redirect=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Ffeed%2Fhashtag%2Fnil&trk=public_post_reshare-text" 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