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

Author: Annie Muirbrook

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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 […]

OPINION | From hydration to hype: why water bottle trends need to stop

On the outside, they seem like simple ways to carry around water, but on the inside, they hold overly expensive trends and wasted money for college students. Water bottles have taken the trend for years, but now it is getting too extreme. How many more water bottles are going to fill our pantries before we […]

The future of the Red Cliffs mall caters to the community

The Red Cliffs mall is getting new stores, restaurants and events making the indoor complex the “place to be.” As the only indoor mall between Las Vegas and the Wasatch Front, the Red Cliffs mall is adding renovations that cater to the community’s needs. Having a mall that is clean, easy to get to and […]

Learn more about how the club of diverse minds provides a safe place for students

The Club of Diverse Minds is the first club at Utah Tech University to highlight neurodivergent students on campus. Founded three years ago, this neurodiverse club celebrates belonging and acceptance within the student body while also having fun. A person who identifies as neurodivergent might be someone who has autism, ADHD and/or other mental health […]

What a social media ban would mean for college students

Social media is at the forefront of how communication is made by Generation Z. Gov. Spencer Cox signed a bill called the Utah Social Media Regulation Act March 23 that would limit anyone under the age of 18 to not be on social media from 10:30 p.m. to 6:30 a.m. with parental consent. The Utah […]