UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | October 03, 2025

Author: Alyssa Bayles

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Veteran student James Cates—story of perseverance and service

Walking across the stage as a graduate is a testimony to the hard work over the last few years. For James Cates, it is also evidence of his perseverance, compassion and grit, which have prepared him to step into the role of a U.S. Marine Corps commissioned officer. Through these skills, Cates, a senior criminal […]

Utah Tech Dance Program takes the stage for spring concert

The houselights dim and all chatter quiets, indicating the start of Dance in Concert for the Utah Tech University Dance Program. Welcomed by a spotlight on the mainstage of the Dolores Doré Eccles Fine Arts Center, directors J.B. Shilcutt and Jennifer Weber stepped out April 17 to begin the night filled with dance. They introduced […]

‘Freedom Rocks’ Poker Run rallies support for Utah Tech’s veteran students

With leather jackets and engines revving, Utah Tech University’s Veteran and Military Services’ “Freedom Rocks” Poker Run kicked off with a morning ride to local state parks. The “Freedom Rocks” Poker Run was a motorcycle ride held April 12 to support Utah Tech’s veteran students through a scholarship fundraiser. The motivation behind the scholarship is […]

Here’s what students can expect from student body president Andy Hunter

With the election of the new student body president comes changes to the Utah Tech University campus, from club unity to program budget cuts with HB 265. Three students ran for office, but only one will be president this upcoming fall semester. Running off the campaign pillars of connect, empower and unite, Andy Hunter, a […]

OPINION | Why your words matter more than AI’s

“Writing your own work are important because if you don’t, then who will write it for you? Many peoples want to be writers, but they don’t know how to start writing their own things.” -ChatGPT The statement above was provided by ChatGPT as a motivational quote on the importance of writing your own work. Moving […]

OPINION | Why CHASS must be protected from budget cuts

Picture this: a society where books are banned and prohibited from being discussed due to sensitive materials. History is no longer a priority in education, allowing the government to frame and change the past. Censorship has taken over, suppressing the voices of the public. In 1953, “Fahrenheit 451” was published by Ray Bradbury, warning our […]

Four Utah State Legislature bills, impacts on Utah Tech

With the 2025 Utah State Legislature session well underway, there has been a variety of bills that have been signed and some that could potentially impact higher education. The session began Jan. 21 and runs until March 7. During this time, members of both the House of Representatives and the Senate meet together to discuss […]

OPINION | Kendrick LAME-ar?: Super Bowl audience should choose halftime performance

And the crowd goes wild. From performances by artists like Katy Perry to Maroon 5, Super Bowl watchers get a break from the action to enjoy a halftime performance. With the 59th Super Bowl a little under two weeks away, comes the anticipated halftime show by Kenrick Lamar. Halftime shows have been a 12-15 minute […]

HB 265—potential budget cuts, impact on Utah Tech

With the fear of an estimated 10% budget cut, students, faculty and staff gathered in the Gardner Student Center Jan. 16 at 1 p.m. to discuss the potential effects this could have on Utah Tech University. The Institute of Politics and Public Affairs hosted the event to create conversation about the upcoming bills proposed for […]

Silent Disco: Fresh, new event students simply can’t get enough of

With the flashing disco lights and glowing headphones, students at Utah Tech University danced the night away at Silent Disco Jan. 10. While the event began at 9 p.m., students embraced the cold in a line that ran out of the Student Activity Center and toward the Human Performance Center 15 minutes before it started. […]