UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | October 24, 2025

Author: Lexy Borgogno

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There are still plans for CVS III to have balconies after the student death in the fall semester

Utah Tech University freshman Peyton Hall tragically passed away Dec. 4 from falling off the fifth story balcony at Campus View Suites II, and the investigation is still continuing.  Ongoing investigation Seth Gubler, executive director of auxiliaries and director of housing, was able to answer a few questions in the midst of the ongoing investigation.  […]

Ally Boynton: Overcomes life-threatening trials, breaks records at Utah Tech

Utah Tech University swim record-breaker Ally Boynton has beaten the odds of health complications all while having a positive outlook. Ally Boynton, a sophomore exercise science major from Woods Cross, has had a love of swimming since she was 11 years old.  “I started the year the Olympics [were happening],” Boynton said. “I was watching […]

Celebrate spring break with a staycation in St. George or your hometown

Not all college students spend spring break on a tropical island laying on the beach all day. It’s not realistic for most of us. Here are some realistic yet still fun spring break ideas whether you’re staying in St. George or going back to your hometown.  Movie marathon or read a book While these two […]

OPINION | Everyone should take a self-defense class, not for the obvious reasons

Many people have heard of the saying: “knowledge is power.” When it comes to protecting one’s self, having self-defense knowledge is no different – and not just for the reasons one would typically think.  Self-defense classes are immensely beneficial and could even be the difference between life or death.  Not only are self-defense classes beneficial […]

Here’s what 10-years of ‘university’ status looks like at Utah Tech

Utah Tech University is celebrating its 10-year anniversary of becoming a university this month. On Utah Tech’s instagram page, a video was released listing events since attaining university status.  According to Utah Tech’s website, bachelor’s degrees were introduced to the school’s curriculum in the late ’90s. University status ensured the growth and expansion of opportunities […]

Utah Tech women’s track prepares for WAC championship

The Western Athletic Conference championship for men and women indoor track and field is Feb. 24-25 in Spokane, Washington.  The championship will take place at The Podium located in the North Bank area of Riverfront Park, right next to Spokane Veterans Memorial Arena and the Spokane Convention Center.  The Utah Tech women’s track team will […]

Utah Tech women’s basketball stopped by against second-ranked team in WAC

Utah Tech women’s basketball team lost 56-72 against Stephen F. Austin State University Feb. 16 in the Burns Arena.  The women appeared on the court in their pink jerseys as SFA started off with possession of the ball. The Trailblazers soon received the ball and the switching of possession between and SFA began.  Emily Isaacson, […]

Utah Tech women’s golf takes third at invitational despite weather conditions

Utah Tech University’s women’s golf team placed third in the Utah Tech Cafe Zupas Trailblazer Invitational at Green Springs Golf Course in Washington Feb. 14.  It was Utah Tech’s first Division I event they hosted where nine schools competed in the tournament including Weber State and Utah Valley University. Other schools include California Baptist University, […]

Breaking stereotypes, bringing awareness is what The Vagina Project is all about

The Vagina Project – the multidisciplinary event that addresses issues under the topics of gender, sexuality and mental health – is for students as well as members of the community.  The project is based on The Vagina Monologues, a movement that has been around since the late ‘90s. It originated as a play, and now […]

SPORTS OPINION | Super Bowl ads, halftime show are the real MVPs

The main reason people watch the Super Bowl is, undeniably, for the pump-up halftime show and eye-catching commercials.  I have watched the Super Bowl every year since I was born. Most years, I was at my grandma’s house where she threw a giant party. Personally I never enjoyed watching the Super Bowl. Rather, I enjoy […]