UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | February 02, 2026

Author: Ireland Salvo

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Managing love, conflict in romantic relationships during college

Some college students struggle to balance academics and romantic relationships, but experts say communication and boundaries are key to healthy partnerships. James Stein, a professor of communication, said students in Utah face unique relationship challenges shaped by the state’s shared religious culture. “I think one of the biggest challenges students face especially here [at Utah […]

OPINION | You can’t opt out of politics — it’s already shaping your life

Everything is political, and ignoring it won’t protect you — it only guarantees other people will decide your future. If you think politics don’t affect you, then you couldn’t be more wrong. Politics is everywhere in our everyday life, from what we wear to what we eat. It all leads back to politics.  I want everyone around me […]

OPINION | When rom-coms faded, so did effort in dating

The death of chivalry began when Hollywood stopped making authentic romantic comedies. Reese Witherspoon was recently on the podcast “Armchair Expert” with host Dax Shepard. In the podcast, she told Shepard that bad dating culture might actually come down to the decline of romantic comedies. Shepard had also pointed out that men rarely approach women in […]

Cupbop to join Trailblazers Café next semester

Utah Tech University students can look forward to a new addition to campus dining this spring — Cupbop. Confirmed by Zach Gates, director of dining, the new restaurant is hoped to be ready in time for the spring 2026 semester in the Gardner Student Center. The new addition comes as part of the university’s ongoing efforts […]

Controversial Tea app raises concerns over men’s mental health

The Tea app, “the safest place to spill tea,” is sparking backlash as men claim false posts are damaging reputations and mental health. The Tea app has recently gained popularity, especially among college students. Designed exclusively for women, the app requires users to upload a photo of themselves to verify their gender before creating an […]

OPINION | Bad Bunny Super Bowl announcement exposes America’s double standard

With over 20 billion Spotify streams and a global fan base, Bad Bunny has reshaped music, and the fact that people doubt he deserves the Super Bowl stage says more about them than him. Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio, known worldwide as Bad Bunny, is one of the most influential Latin artists of this generation. He […]

Self-defense training aims to empower Utah Tech students, faculty, staff

The Utah Tech University Police Department is offering a free self-defense program aimed at equipping students, faculty and staff with life-saving skills that extend beyond campus.  The program, held Oct. 2 begins with lessons on awareness, prevention and risk reduction before moving into hands-on practice. The course also provides practical physical defense techniques designed for […]