UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | May 03, 2024

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Utah Tech University plans to expand to Desert Color

Utah Tech University continues to adapt to the increasing enrollment numbers and follow through with the polytechnic vision.  “We were awarded 183 acres at the Desert Color campus, so we are looking at an Innovation District, and we will do a lot of work with that this year,” President “Biff” Williams said during the 2021-2022 […]

New Utah Tech student center

A new student center is in the works for the future student body at Utah Tech University. The new building will be funded by an increase in student fees, donations, including $5 million dollars from the Marc C. & Deborah H. Bingham Foundation, bonds and state money.  “The state of the university wouldn’t be the […]

‘It’s a plus in all aspects’: Utah Tech student-athletes give back

Student-athletes have many obligations, responsibilities and requirements, but still, prioritize service hours and volunteer work. Utah Tech University student-athletes are required to complete 10 service hours each semester due to National Collegiate Athletic Association guidelines.  According to a recent study conducted by the NCAA, 67% of women and 56% of men who are student-athletes believe […]

Utah Tech University pickleball club continues to grow in popularity and numbers

Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports throughout the United States, specifically in St. George.  Utah Tech University’s pickleball club continues to grow as well and provides students opportunities to participate in pickleball matches that range from beginner to advanced. The club meets on Monday nights from 8:30 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Vernon […]

Trailblazers defeat Chadron State in 2022 home opener

The Utah Tech University football team dominated Chadron State in its home opener Sept. 10 turning a new leaf at the Greater Zion Stadium. Quali Conley, a sophomore exercise science major from Fresno, California, contributed to the Trailblazers’ victory with three touchdowns and rushed for a career-high of 139 yards. Along with spectacular offense, the […]

Utah Tech throughout the years

Utah Tech University continues to grow and make improvements in many different ways. Over the years, drastic changes have been made to provide the best experience for students, faculty and staff. The history of Utah Tech Utah Tech dates back to the 1850s and has undergone multiple name changes thus far. The most recent name change […]

Utah Tech set to kick off the season vs. Sacramento State

The Utah Tech University football team will kick off its 2022 season on the road against Sacramento State Sept. 3.  This will be the Trailblazers second time playing a ranked team in Utah Tech’s NCAA Division I FCS history. Sacramento State is ranked top 10 in the nation. Head coach Paul Peterson said the Trailblazers […]

Best of sports during the 2021-2022 school year

The transition to Division I athletics has resulted in bigger games and better upsets. Here are some of the best games from the 2021-2022 school year. DSU vs. SUU The Dixie State University men’s basketball team started its season with a hard-fought loss against Gonzaga University Nov. 9 but came back with a win against […]

OPINION | DSU has the worst Wi-Fi

“The connection is fast, reliable, and secure,” said no one. Well, I take that back. According to Dixie State University’s help desk website, the Wi-Fi is “fast, reliable, and secure.” The reality is that the Wi-Fi is the opposite. Often, I find myself waiting five to 10 minutes troubleshooting my Wi-Fi and then another five […]