UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | May 07, 2024

Author: Lexy Borgogno

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OPINION | Career assessment tests are missing the mark

Have you ever wondered why career assessments are presented in classrooms? The simplest answer is that they shouldn’t be.  We’ve all endured the pain of sitting in a classroom and having a lecture based on finding your path in life and what career best suits you. We’ve experienced taking a career assessment and getting results […]

Women’s basketball coach J.D. Gustin receives two-game suspension after investigation closes

Utah Tech University’s women’s basketball coach has been suspended for two games after an investigation into alleged misconduct by players.  Information was first released Sept. 12 that J.D. Gustin was under investigation for bullying, physical intimidation and retaliation. Then, it was announced Nov. 22 that Gustin would continue business as usual after his two-game suspension. […]

OPINION | College is still a necessity, despite what Elon Musk says

We’ve all seen the TikToks of millionaires giving their opinion on college being a waste of time. These short clips are everywhere on social media. Many young adults have the mindset that college is a waste of time and money. They fall into the narrative being told to them by millionaires who have dropped out […]

Consider these 4 electives while planning your spring semester

Take a refreshing and much needed break from your required classes, and consider picking these courses for your electives. Your major will determine how many electives you need to graduate, so keep that in mind when considering how many electives you want to take. At Utah Tech University, electives vary in many interests like Intro […]

OPINION | Four ways to combat burnout, revive your college experience

All the Halloween fun is over, and the only thing keeping me going through this semester is the thought of eating an immense amount of food during Thanksgiving. We are on the verge of the end of the semester. Final projects and group presentations are starting to be on students’ minds. I know because they […]

The Golden Generation: 50-year reunion brings memories, friends together

While few in numbers, those who attended the luncheon for the 50-year reunion showed they have just as much school spirit now as they did in 1973.  On Oct. 27, a luncheon was held at noon for those in the class of 1973. It’s been 50 years since they graduated from, what was then, Dixie […]

The New York Times gives students free access to articles and more

Through Utah Tech University’s subscription to The New York Times, students have free access to all of its media until they graduate.  NYT, a daily news source based in New York, has been issuing since 1851 with “All the News That’s Fit to Print.” “Since 1851, The New York Times has been on the ground […]

Utah Tech marching band brings school spirit while building safe environment

Utah Tech University’s marching band members present their talent and passion for music all while creating memories with one another.   The band, which consists of around 30 students, currently performs at football games and an occasional soccer game. Christy De La Cruz, a sophomore theater major from Las Vegas, said the band also plays at […]

OPINION | Suicide Prevention Month needs to be a priority for universities

It’s imperative for students’ well-being that Suicide Prevention Month be at the forefront of all universities’ radars.  Suicide is the third leading cause of death among individuals 15-24 years old, which is the age of most college students. It is the second leading cause of death among those who are 25-34 years old. As September […]