UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | April 27, 2024

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Angel Wood Know what it takes to be an editor-in-chief

Question: What does it take to be an editor-in-chief? Dear Lexy,  If there is one thing I am almost an expert about, it’s how to be an editor-in-chief of a news organization. I’ve spent a full year watching someone else in the role and then a year learning the role myself. Now as I move […]

Angel Wood Know how girl code, girl math align

Question: Is girl code still a thing? Dear readers, You don’t have to be a part of a sorority to experience sisterhood in college, which is a common misconception about making friends after high school. Although Utah Tech University lacks Greek life, it does not lack the opportunity to form genuine connections with other amazing […]

Angel Wood Know how to navigate the world of pageantry

Question: Are pageants worth competing in? Dear readers, Extravagant gowns. Public speaking skills. Interviews in front of panelists. Ninety-second talents. Performances. A better you. Welcome to the world of pageantry.  Before I entered the pageant world, all I knew about these competitions came from the movie “Miss Congeniality” and the TV show “Toddlers and Tiaras.” […]

Angel Wood Know how to pop the big question

Question: How do you propose? Dear readers who want to propose, A vision of white lace, a long train and a whole lot of sparkle walking down the aisle. Heads turn while beautiful music plays with the most loving people in attendance. They wait to hear “I do.”  I’ve dreamed of a perfect wedding day […]

Exploring the journey to success during Utah Tech’s career fair

Over 80 employers from several states came to Utah Tech University to participate in a career fair Feb. 22 in the Gardner Ballroom.  Hosted by Career Services, the fair was organized in hopes of helping guide students on their path to finding a career. Over 300 students were in attendance.  Leann Weibert, a career coach […]

Angel Wood Know how to stand firm with confidence

Question: How can I be more confident? Dear reader, Am I good enough? Do I have what it takes? Am I doing what’s right?  These are all questions that many of us have found ourselves asking at one point in our lives. And because we tend to be our worst critics, our answers are often […]

OPINION | Fight or flight: has the Trailblazer, Thunderbird rivalry gone too far?

Anticipation, face paint, decorated posters, foam fingers and a whole lot of school spirit. That’s what you can expect to see from students on our game days against our biggest rivals, Southern Utah University.  But what you can also expect to experience at these games is booing, an obnoxious arena, disrespectful signs, distasteful comments and […]

Angel Wood Know how to say ‘no’ to FOMO

Question: How do you conquer the fear of missing out? Dear reader, A day in the life for a student may include many classes, meetings and events, creating a very busy and demanding schedule. As a senior, this is what almost every day of the week looks like.  Others ask me, “Why are you so […]

Shape your university experience with these 3 student resource organizations

From the moment a student thinks about attending college to the moment they decide to graduate, Utah Tech University has many resources available for its students to help in every stage of their academic journey.  However, three specific resources at the university work on welcoming, supporting and guiding students throughout college life. They give back […]

Angel Wood Know how to find your purpose in college

Question: How do you find your purpose in college? Dear reader, Some people go to college for a career. Some go because their friends are going. Others go because they feel expected to. But, no matter why you are here at Utah Tech University, everyone has a purpose.  As for me, I chose to attend […]