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

Author: Lexy Borgogno

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OPINION | Why country music deserves a spot on your playlist

We’ve all heard people say, “I listen to any kind of music except country.” But, why is that? Now I’m not saying country music should be at the top of everyone’s list. What I am saying is please give it a try. While I understand most of today’s country music doesn’t sound like country music, […]

The Utah Tech dance department presents its spring Dance in Concert showcase

Participants in Utah Tech University’s Dance in Concert share their burning up the dance floor preparation for the event and their love for dance.  Dance in Concert consists of Utah Tech’s dance department students who auditioned to be part of the event. The dance and theater departments work together to produce the show.  Sara Gallo, […]

Profile: How Jim Haendiges has embraced the new polytechnic mission at Utah Tech

Jim Haendiges, associate professor of English at Utah Tech University, dives into his passions for music, writing and encouraging students through his own experiences. Haendiges grew up in Whittier, California, and as a little kid, he discovered he enjoyed writing and storytelling.  “I’m the youngest of four, and the youngest of any group gets a […]

How another elementary school shooting is affecting communities

A shooting at The Covenant School, a private Christian elementary, in Nashville, Tennessee, left many feeling devastated and scared.  During the morning of March 27, a 28-year-old former student at The Covenant School, Audrey Hale, shot and killed three children and three adults. Hale was also shot and killed by police on the second floor […]

Service opportunities for students in St. George

The service opportunities in St. George are endless – from volunteering at animal shelters to helping at the Children’s museum – students have a plethora of options.  The service section under Utah Tech University’s Student Involvement and Leadership webpage says the service branch of Utah Tech Student Association provides opportunities to serve on campus and […]

OPINION | Utah’s abortion clinic ban: a step backward for women’s healthcare

After the overturning of Roe v. Wade in June 2022, representatives in each state of the country were allowed to decide the legality of abortion care – Utah has taken a step in the wrong direction. The choice officials have made to ban abortion clinics is a terrible decision because it will only hurt those […]

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 […]