Students at Utah Tech University are ready to take on competition in the courtroom through the new Utah Tech Mock Trial Team. The mock trial team was created this fall semester by Susan Hunt, instructor of criminal justice, to provide students with the skills needed to succeed in the courtroom. After interviews, 10 students were […]
“I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of Americaand to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation,under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all.” As a child, I would stand for the flag and repeat those words alongside my classmates. And that was one of the few times I consistently […]
A break failure incident that left a St. George firefighter injured has since brought the local community together during his journey to recovery. Brandon Redd is a 22-year-old firefighter for the St. George Fire Department and is also a member of the United States Marine Corps. On Oct. 30, Redd was on-duty after a ribbon […]
Halloween might be filled with costumes and frights, but it does not have to be a dangerous day. Whether you are hanging out with friends or attending Chaos, it is important to stay safe this Halloween. There are a lot of factors playing into safety this Halloween, all of which need to be considered. Wes […]
“5/5 stars…couldn’t put the book down.” “1/5 stars…don’t waste your time.” “Why would you ever read that?” “Why would they ever cast that actor as the character?” From creating videos on book reviews to sharing recommendations, #BookTok is becoming a known platform with 38.5 million posts. When scrolling through TikTok, more specifically BookTok, it is […]
On your marks, get set, go! Chalk was thrown in the air as students rushed through the starting line, indicating Homecoming Week at Utah Tech University had started. To start the week off, the Utah Tech Student Association hosted the Blazer Dash Sept. 23. This event included the chalk color run, car smash, food vendors […]
As part of supporting our nation’s heroes, Utah Tech University offers the Veterans and Military Services program to service members, military veterans and their families. This program creates an inclusive environment through the Veterans Lounge, offers the VITAL program to help students adjust to the academic setting, and provides the Veterans and Patriots Club to […]
This story is published as part of U.S. Democracy Day and the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College, the University of Utah, Utah State University and Utah Tech University. Across the United States, most international students will not be among the lines that will be […]
From Live and Local to True Trailblazer, Utah Tech University is filled with a variety of traditions that unite students of different generations through shared experiences that ultimately enrich college. Additionally, traditions are a great way for students to have a break from the crazy schedule of classes and work to instead find joy in […]
Two burning Utah Tech University signs rest up front, bright colors are hung on the stage and leis are being handed out as community members and Utah Tech students gather for a luau. To celebrate Pacific Islander Heritage Month, the Utah Tech Pasefika Student Union and Utah Tech Student Association partnered together to host an […]