Snow College History
Mission Statement
Accreditation
Americans with Disabilities Act
Campus Maps
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Founded in 1888, Snow College is one of the oldest two-year state colleges in the Western United States. It is a dynamic institution devoted to retaining the best of the past and answering the demands of changing times. Snow College has an important place in the history of education in Utah. Its story is an integral part of the long struggle to establish schools - first in the Utah Territory and then in the State. In the true sense of the phrase, Snow College is a pioneer school.
On November 5, 1888, forty years after the first settlers came to Ephraim and eight years before Utah was admitted to the Union, Snow College began as the Sanpete Stake Academy founded by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints. Twelve years later in 1900, the school was renamed Snow Academy in honor of the then-President of The LDS Church, Lorenzo Snow, and his cousin Erastus Snow, who was instrumental in helping settle the Sanpete Valley. At the close of the academy era in 1917, when new educational demands were made on the school, its name was changed to Snow Normal College. With the rise of the American‑created junior college system the name was again changed, for a brief period (1922‑1923), to Snow Junior College. In 1923 it was simplified to Snow College, for which it has been known ever since.
In addition to offering the traditional two‑year, pre‑university education, Snow has offered applied technology courses throughout its 140+ year history. In 1998, the Utah State Legislature merged the former Sevier Valley Applied Technology Center, located in Richfield, with Snow College. The Richfield campus adds a strong program of technical education offerings and a growing number of academic courses to complement the offerings on the Ephraim campus. Today, Snow College is a state college offering liberal arts and technical education programs, online degrees, short‑term training, various Associate Degrees and even two four-year Baccalaureate Degrees. Vital student support services and opportunities for involvement are important aspects of the Snow College experience.
Over the years, the emphasis on quality has made Snow College the intellectual, artistic, cultural, educational and athletic center of Central Utah. Encouraged by Snow’s high academic standards and dedication to the pursuit of knowledge, thousands of graduates have gone on to earn higher degrees at colleges and universities throughout the country. Thousands of others have graduated from Snow fully prepared to find employment in a wide variety of fields, and to take their place in personal and professional life. Today, as in the past, the best evidence of Snow’s success is its graduates.
Snow College aspires to be a national leader in providing accessible, affordable, high quality and flexible education for rural and other underserved populations. Our competitive advantage is a personalized, high touch experience provided for all students.
Snow College continues a tradition of excellence, encourages a culture of innovation, and cultivates an atmosphere of engagement to advance students in the achievement of their educational goals.
Snow College strives to fulfill its mission by:
The core themes for the College are Tradition of Excellence, Culture of Innovation, and Atmosphere of Engagement.
Snow College is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. Credits and degrees earned at Snow College are accepted by most American colleges and universities.
Snow College is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), 11250 Roger Bacon Drive, Suite 21, Reston, VA. 20190-5248.
The Theatre Department at Snow College is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
The Business Division at Snow College is an accredited member of the Association of College Business Schools and Programs.
The Associate of Science in Nursing program is accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing Inc. (ACEN)
Any student with a disability who feels that he or she needs an accommodation may contact the Director of Disability Services at (435) 283-7321. Any campus visitor or guest with a disability who feels that s/he needs an accommodation to participate in a campus event may contact the Office of the President at (435) 283-7010 for assistance in contacting the appropriate office for requesting the accommodation.
Any student, visitor or guest who feels he or she has been discriminated against because of a disability may contact the Director of Disability Services at (435) 283-7321. If a student or guest wishes to appeal a ruling by the Director, he or she may contact the Vice President for Student Success. The full grievance procedure is found online at https://snow.edu/offices/ADA/index.html.
Snow College is committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all members of our community, including students, faculty, staff, and visitors. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, Snow College prohibits discrimination in all its programs, activities, and employment practices. This applies to admissions, educational programs, athletics, employment, and access to facilities.
Snow College administration, faculty, and staff are committed to creating an environment where every individual is treated with dignity and fairness, and where respect and mutual understanding are paramount. Any form of discrimination or harassment is not tolerated and will be addressed promptly and effectively.
In addition, Title IX of the Education Amendments specifically prohibits sex discrimination in federally supported programs. In order to comply with Title IX, Snow College affirms its commitment to this policy by prohibiting any form of sexual misconduct, which includes sexual harassment, sexual violence such as rape, sexual assault, sexual exploitation, coercion, dating violence, domestic violence, and stalking. Local, state, and federal laws will be enforced on Snow’s campuses.
The aforementioned Federal laws prohibit covered entities from retaliating against a person who files a charge of discrimination, participates in a discrimination proceeding, or otherwise opposes an unlawful employment practice.
If you are an employee or prospective employee with equal opportunity employment questions, please contact:
Brent Baxter - Chief People Officer
Human Resources Office
Noyes Building, Room 242
(435) 283-7058
If you are a student or potential student with questions or concerns about discrimination,
please contact Student Code of Conduct Officer:
Mike Daniels - Dean of Students
Greenwood Student Center, Room 200B
(435) 283-7320
If you are a student or potential student with questions regarding disability, please
contact:
Cidney Shinsel - Accessibility Services Coordinator
Greenwood Student Center, Room 239
(435) 283-7321
If you are a student, employee, or are otherwise connected with Snow College or any of Snow’s campuses and have questions about Title IX or concerns about possible sex discrimination (i.e. on the basis of sex or gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, etc.) or sexual misconduct (as stated above), please contact:
Staci Taylor - Snow College Title IX Coordinator
Noyes Building, Room 233
(435) 283-7120
OR
Denver Region Office for Civil Rights
U.S. Department of Education
Cesar E. Chavez Memorial Building
1244 Speer Boulevard, Suite 310
Denver, CO 80204-3582
Telephone: (303) 844-5695
FAX: (303) 844-4303
TDD: (800) 877-8339
Email: OCR.Denver@ed.gov
