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Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association Academic Excellence • Polynesian Excellence • Registered Domestic Nonprofit - UT

The Pacific Islander Student Association (PISA) is a cultural student organization from Southern Utah University. We strive to educate our members, friends, and campus community, as well as the general community, of the diverse cultures from the Pacific Islands. We have members originating from many different cultural backgrounds including the islands of Hawai’i, Mariana Islands (Chamorro), Samoa, Tonga, New Zealand, and even others from Melanesia, Micronesia, and Polynesia. We also have many members who are not of a Pacific Islander background, but who share the same love and respect for our cultures as we do.

Ready for this years showcase??Sign-up’s are now available on our link tree(link in bio)! If you’d like to join our annu...
10/21/2026

Ready for this years showcase??
Sign-up’s are now available on our link tree(link in bio)! If you’d like to join our annual performance, make sure to sign up now!!

10/07/2026

Help Preston Dean, a senior at Southern Utah University, with his capstone research project on the correlation between diabetes knowledge and nutrition habits of Pacific Islanders.

This Friday is the last day to collect data.
Here is the link for the anonymous survey:
https://suu.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_dm0lqPZ5GqKygjY

Join us for the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association Opening Social on Friday, October 9th from 6–9 PM.6 P...
10/05/2026

Join us for the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association Opening Social on Friday, October 9th from 6–9 PM.

6 PM: Welcome and introduction in the PE Building Dance Room
7–9 PM: Indoor volleyball tournament in the PE Building gym

Bring your water and get ready for war. We’ll see you there!

The Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association will be participating in our annual interfaith and community enga...
09/15/2026

The Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association will be participating in our annual interfaith and community engagement event this Sunday, September 20th, 2026, in Cedar City, Utah. They will perform the musical selection “Faafetai,” a reference to the hymn “Faafetai I Le Atua.”

There will be choir practice this Thursday, September 17th, at 5:30 p.m. in the SUU PE Building (Dance Studio).

Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student AssociationStatement Regarding the Tragic Shooting in Kearns, UtahAugust 17, 2026...
08/19/2026

Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association

Statement Regarding the Tragic Shooting in Kearns, Utah

August 17, 2026

As President of the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association, I am deeply saddened by the violence that occurred outside a funeral in Kearns. We mourn the lives that were lost, and our thoughts are with those who were injured and everyone affected by this tragedy.

A funeral should be a place where families can grieve, honor a loved one, and find comfort in their community. This incident is a painful reminder of the lasting harm gun violence causes, especially when conflicts escalate.

Having grown up in Sacramento, California, I have seen how gun violence affects more than those directly involved. It leaves families grieving, young people traumatized, and entire communities feeling unsafe.

As Pacific Islanders, our strength comes from family, unity, faith, respect, and care for one another. We must reject the idea that violence is an acceptable response to conflict. We encourage our communities to support peaceful conflict resolution, provide guidance and positive resources for young people, and speak up before disagreements become tragedies.

PISA stands against gun violence in every community. We extend our deepest condolences to everyone affected by the tragedy that occurred in Kearns. May we honor those harmed by working together to create safer communities where our young people can live, learn, and grow without fear.

— Andre Jackson, President
Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association

CC: Tevita Sekeni, Advisor
Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association

Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (SUPISA) has been invited to perform during Tradition Time at Thunder...
08/17/2026

Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (SUPISA) has been invited to perform during Tradition Time at Thunder U! SUPISA will perform the Samoan Sasa (dance) during Tradition Time on Tuesday, September 1st, at 11:00 AM.

We invite all current and new student members to participate! We will have two practices before the day of the performance. More details to come!

08/17/2026

PRESS RELEASE

Leavitt Land & Investment Hosts Pop-Up Day for SUU Student Housing

CEDAR CITY, Utah — August 17, 2026 — Leavitt Land & Investment, Inc. is hosting a Pop-Up Day on Thursday, August 20, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. for Southern Utah University students still searching for off-campus housing for the 2026–2027 academic year.

Students can stop by to begin an application and secure housing on the spot. A valid ID or passport is all that is needed to get started.

Housing options include private rooms as low as $280 per month for qualifying full-time SUU students, private rooms starting at $499 per month, and shared rooms starting at $350 per month. Housing is fully furnished, includes all utilities, and is conveniently located near SUU.

Students who start an application during the Pop-Up Day will also receive a raffle ticket for a chance to win prizes.

For housing availability or qualification information, call or text 435-586-1558.

Leavitt Land & Investment, Inc.
Quality Housing. Affordable Living.

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08/16/2026

Don’t wait until the last minute! Call or text us at 435.586.1558 to learn more. Our student housing is within walking distance of the SUU campus!

Ms. Jonalin Young will serve as an Executive Council (EC) member of the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Associati...
08/13/2026

Ms. Jonalin Young will serve as an Executive Council (EC) member of the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (SUPISA) for the 2026–27 academic school year.

Originally from American Samoa, Jonalin is currently pursuing a double major in Psychology and Criminal Justice. She is the daughter of two parents from Western Samoa and is the eldest child in her family.

As the oldest sibling, Jonalin has developed strong leadership, responsibility, and communication skills. She is passionate about representing her Pacific Islander heritage, serving her community, and helping create opportunities for students to connect through culture, education, and leadership.

Mr. Andre Latu Jackson Jr., President for the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (2026-27).Mr. Andre Lat...
08/13/2026

Mr. Andre Latu Jackson Jr., President for the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (2026-27).

Mr. Andre Latu Jackson Jr. is a junior at Southern Utah University who transferred from Cosumnes River College in Sacramento, California. He initially studied Pre-Health Occupations before deciding to pursue a career in nursing.

Andre’s mother was born in Tonga and later moved to Sacramento, where she met his father, who is from Mobile, Alabama. His diverse family background has given him a strong appreciation for culture, family, and community.

Andre enjoys sports and spending time outdoors with his friends and family. His goal is to earn a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and become an emergency room nurse, where he hopes to serve those in need and make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

For the 2026–27 academic year, Andre will serve as the President of the Southern Utah Pacific Islander Student Association (SUPISA), where he looks forward to serving students, promoting Pasefika cultures, higher education, and strengthening connections within the university and broader community. Congratulations!

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