UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | May 05, 2024

Author: Annie Muirbrook

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Mass shooting in Maine raises concerns about mental health, gun safety

On Oct. 25, the United States had its biggest mass shooting of the year in Lewiston, Maine, killing 18 people and wounding 13. This has raised concerns about what led to the shooting, what this means for future gun laws in Maine and across the country, and the impact on gun safety and mental health. […]

OPINION | ‘1989 (Taylor’s Version)’ proves to be timeless

Taylor Swift didn’t leave any “Blank Space” or “Style” while recording her version of the album “1989 (Taylor’s Version).” But, does it compete with the original success of the 2014 hit album? The original “1989” holds a special place in Swifties’ hearts. This album gave us hits like “Shake It Off” and “Welcome to New […]

OPINION | Beware of these frightfully awful Halloween costumes

Imagine you are going to a party this Halloween. The room is crowded, and you keep bumping into people. The room is 10 times hotter than it should be. You see someone wearing an awful costume with no thought put into it, and the sight of it makes you want to question their thought process. […]

Writers’ strike ends after 148 days—what’s next?

For the last 148 days, union members of the Screen Actors Guild and the Writers Guild of America West have protested for fair wages and artificial intelligence concerns against major studios. On Sep. 26, the WGA ended their strike. This is the second-longest strike in SAG-AFTRA history by five days, with the longest strike lasting […]

OPINION | SafeUT, Utah Tech Safe apps are underutilized

When someone is in trouble and needs medical or emergency assistance, 911 is called. I would never pull out my phone, go to an app and wait for someone to reply or call an emergency number. SafeUT is an app created by the University of Utah for students to use when they are having a […]

Utah Tech celebrates a decade of university status at State of the University Address

From degrees to renovations, Utah Tech University has been through many changes over the last decade. President Richard “Biff” Williams spoke during the State of the University Address Sept. 20, highlighting the events and changes that have happened since the marking of Utah Tech becoming a university 10 years ago. Since then, the university has […]

Utah Tech renovates Smith Computer Center in partnership with tech companies

Utah Tech University, in partnership with Vasion, Techridge and Zonos, had a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the newly remodeled Smith Computer Center Aug. 25. Renovations of the Smith Computer Center gave students new classrooms, study spaces and internship opportunities. These companies in total donated $250,000. This money will go to revamping student study spaces and future […]

OPINION | Miley Cyrus and Selena Gomez’s unique singles bring emotion to all

Two early 2000s icons released two long-awaited singles Aug. 25 bringing nostalgia and respect from fans around the world. Selena Gomez and Miley Cyrus released unique and distinct new singles, showcasing their thoughts and emotions, while giving fans what they wanted. Despite being compared in the media, both Cyrus and Gomez had respect for each […]