UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | January 18, 2025

Author: Abby Acosta

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OPINION | ‘SNL’—shaping, defining pop culture

Since the show’s debut in 1975, “Saturday Night Live” has been more than just a comedy sketch show—serving as a reflection of current events with a hint of comedic relief. In a way, “SNL” has become the heart of pop culture, capturing the spirit of each time era while influencing how we see the world […]

SunTran route makes getting to Zion easier, fuel efficient

Visitors to Zion National Park now have a new, budget-friendly travel option. SunTran has launched a 42-mile route connecting St. George to Zion on Nov. 1. The route includes stops in Washington, Hurricane, La Verkin, Virgin and Springdale. The new service aims to reduce traffic congestion and cut down gas and parking costs.  With daily […]

From scholarships to study rooms: Booth Honors Program creates engaging learning experience

The Booth Honors Program at Utah Tech University is a program for students who go above and beyond academically. The program provides students with a curriculum that is engaging, along with a community of peers, faculty and staff who share similar interests. Some of the perks students in the program get include priority registration, scholarship […]

Trailblazer Reads creates space for book lovers on campus

Utah Tech University’s library launched the Trailblazer Reads program in 2017. This program allows students, faculty and staff to recommend books they love to the library in hopes that their recommendation will make it into the library’s collection. This program lets the campus community directly influence on what is available in the library.  The Trailblazer […]

OPINION | Creative ideas to elevate your Friendsgiving celebration

For those unable to travel home for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving has become a great substitute. Friendsgiving allows you to still celebrate who and what you’re grateful for without the hassle of a huge traditional Thanksgiving feast. Here are some ways to redefine your celebrations and make them more unique. Recipe swap Almost every year, the same […]

Expanding sports infrastructure: win for St. George economy

Southern Utah may soon turn into a hub for sports excellence. New facilities and projects could transform the region, attracting talent and tourism. This could lead to an increase in the community’s overall sportsmanship. New sports complexes and facilities in Salt Lake City are already affecting athletes and organizations down here. It’s more than just […]

Combatting climate anxiety with action

From the fires in Wyoming, Hurricane Milton, earthquakes and landslides, natural disasters have been taking over headlines. Being overly aware of the climate situation at hand can lead to climate anxiety. In 2021, the Google search “climate anxiety” increased by 565%. Students may feel a sense of helplessness due to climate change’s impact on their […]

OPINION | Homecoming is still relevant

Homecoming Week has been around for a long time here at Utah Tech University. While it might feel a bit overrated at times, there’s no denying its importance to campus culture. Homecoming Week is the one week where students, alumni and staff are supposed to come together to celebrate school pride. But with today’s students […]