NCAA Division I athletics and join the Western Athletic Conference (WAC). However, the university ultimately turned down the offer, citing the expenses which would be required to make the jump, including a $1.7 million Division I application fee and a $100,000 penalty for leaving the RMAC, in addition to increased salaries for coaches and athletic staff. The open Division I spot was ultimately given to fellow RMAC member Utah Tech University, located in St. George, Utah.
== Notable alumni ==
Darrel Akerfelds, former professional baseball player
Duane Banks, former professional baseball player and college baseball coach
Olivia Cummins, professional/Olympic cyclist
Pam DeCosta, former college basketball coach
Brendan Donnelly, former professional baseball player
Marilyn Ferguson, author
Don Holmes, college football coach
Kelley Johnson, beauty pageant titleholder
Kyle Leahy, professional baseball player
Barry Lersch, former professional baseball player
Jeff Linder, college basketball coach
Marsha Looper, politician
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