UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | April 28, 2026

Author: Ryann Heinlen

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Complacency is death to creative thinker

Perfection is unattainable, but there is always room for improvement, growth and development.    Every artist, student and critical thinker comes across a time in their lives when they grow complacent. They become content and comfortable in what they have accomplished and their abilities within their respective fields, leaving behind the burning passion that drove […]

National park prices increase, limit experiences

   National parks such as the Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Yellowstone and Zion are increasing prices from $30 to $70 per car, signifying the downfall of inexpensive family hiking trips to national parks.     A total of 17 out of 58 of the parks will increase their prices for a trial period before considering a more […]

Bump fire stocks suspended after Las Vegas shooting

In the aftermath of the Las Vegas shooting, Facebook pages, petitions and rallies have called for the suspension or banning of bump fire stocks. Bump fire stocks are extensions to firearms used to enable bump fire, or the ability of a semi-automatic weapon to mimic the firing speed of a fully-automatic gun. Bump fire stocks […]

Identity theft serious threat to college students

In light of recent security breaches nationwide, professionals are starting to wonder if threats to individuals’ identity are being considered. In 2014, 22% of students found their identity had been compromised after being denied credit or while being contacted by a debt collector according to Javelin Strategy and Research. The Federal Trade Commission also addressed almost […]

Shrek the Musical to take final bow of season

Neatly nestled between the red canyon walls of Snow Canyon State Park, Tuacahn Center for the Arts lights up the sky. The outdoor theatre is home to many acclaimed musicals, bringing three-dimensional life to simple words on a page with films such as “The Little Mermaid,” “Tarzan” and “Hairspray.” This season, theater enthusiasts from across the […]

North Plaza garbed in ghoulish gallery

As the air becomes more crisp and the leaves begin to fall, Dixie State University art students are finding inspiration in darker shades. The North Plaza Gallery opened the Halloween Art Show Oct. 6, welcoming students, faculty and staff to the event with cinnamon rolls, pumpkin bread, cookies and Halloween candy. With just under a […]

Fear most powerful weapon used in Las Vegas shooting

Late Sunday evening shots rang out, echoing against the buildings on the Las Vegas Strip. It’s easiest to cope with terror threats and events when they’re thousands of miles away, but the biggest mass shooting in U.S. history happened in our backyard. Sixty-four year old Stephen Craig Paddock checked into a Mandalay Bay hotel room […]

Screams ring in scariest time of the year at Staheli Family Farm

Each year a seemingly quiet, but large farm turns away from it’s homage to Little House on the Prairie and takes a dive into the dark and sinister. Staheli Family Farms is a sixth-generation family owned, locally sponsored estate which opens its doors to hundreds of visitors each year. From group parties and events to […]

Pushing STEM on students is killing the arts

In recent years, the U.S. government has made a push for younger generations to abandon the arts and move toward STEM careers. STEM is the acronym used to discuss careers pertaining to science technology, engineering and mathematics. Whereas countries such as Korea and Mexico are within the top 10 countries with the most science-educated population, […]

Women’s Resource Center partners to supply free bras, hygiene products

The Women’s Resource Center is continuing to partner with outside organizations to provide services to women and those in need. The WRC and Support the Girls Southern Utah are coming together to offer free bras and hygiene products to faculty, staff and students on campus. The service began Sept. 5 and will continue to run […]