SUMA Sidekicks logo 2023-2024

SUMA Sidekicks

SUU is the world’s best backyard and our 2023 - 2024 Sidekicks theme pairs perfectly as part of the University of the Parks ®.  

This year, get grounded in finding your inner artist with our 2023-2024 theme: “Down to Earth”

SUMA Sidekicks is a FREE membership program for students of Southern Utah University and Southwest Tech with opportunities to earn rewards, invitations to exclusive events, and more!

SUMA Sidekick Signup

Earn points by checking in at the front desk whenever you...

  • Visit SUMA's exhibits - this includes class trips!
  • Bring a friend, relative, or family member to SUMA
  • Convince a friend to join SUMA Sidekicks
  • Attend a SUMA sponsored event listed on our Events page
  • Volunteer with SUMA (opportunities will be posted in our newsletter)
  • Follow us on Instagram, Pinterest, TikTok, or Facebook (one point per platform)

Sign Up Prize: Sidekicks Mini Sticker

Level 3: Risograph southern Utah flora plant poster

Level 6: Down to Earth Sticker Sheet

Level 9: Field Journal Pocketbook

Level 12: Plant Cross Stitch Kit 

Level 15: SUMA Tote Bag

Level 18: SUMA Sidekicks Down to Earth Shirt

Perks of Being a Sidekick

Being a Sidekick offers more than free prizes. SUMA Sidekicks are offered a 20% discount in the SUMA Shop and free admission to all SUMA events!

During the school year, join us for our monthly Sidekicks Assemble event! Each month Sidekicks are invited to drop in to the museum to create a work of art. All supplies are free!

2023-2024 Sidekick Assemble will be the Second Tuesday of each month from 4-5:30 p.m.

SUMA Sidekicks 2023-2024 Prizes
SUMA Sidekicks art activity

Stay Current

SUMA shares exclusive content and reminders about our upcoming events with Sidekicks in our monthly newsletter. By joining SUMA Sidekicks, you will automatically be added to our mailing list. You can also receive exclusive content through SUMA's Close Friends on Instagram! If you provide your Instagram handle during signup, you will be added to SUMA's Close Friend list.


You must be a current student at Southern Utah University or Southwest Tech to join SUMA Sidekicks. Features of the program are subject to change. There is no financial obligation to join. By joining, you will automatically be added to the museum’s monthly eNewsletter.