UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | January 30, 2026

Author: Yasia Oleksiuk

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This winter, students can make a difference: Volunteer opportunities across St. George

With the holidays coming and the spirit of generosity awakening, students have an opportunity to bring happiness to people who need help, and in turn, help the community. Here are charity organizations that students can visit and support during the winter holidays. Switcpoint Community Resource Center Switchpoint Community Resource Center cares about the homeless and […]

UTSA’s Let It Snow Somewhere Else brings holiday cheer before holiday break

The Utah Tech Student Association hosted its annual Let It Snow Somewhere Else event, creating a Christmas atmosphere and helping students to take a break before finals. “It [the event] is a good Christmas event for students to kind of celebrate and be together before the holidays and breaks,” said Emily Enright, UTSA tradition events […]

Utah Tech Tennis Club offers fun competition, friendship for students

Utah Tech University’s student-led Tennis Club is reaching out to students who want to feel the excitement of competitions, be a part of an energetic team and find a new hobby. Utah Tech Tennis Club was created two years ago to give students the opportunity to play tennis at all levels and help them find […]

Utah Tech’s Fall Spectacular unites community through music, dance

Utah Tech’s Entertainment Alliance will host its annual Fall Spectacular, featuring local talent in dance, singing and acting, along with showcasing student performances. The Fall Spectacular showcases performance teams from the university and the community. Participants present their talents, performing various genres of music such as jazz, pop and rock. Also, the event will include […]

Students, families attend Utah Tech Tricks & Treats Night

From witches to skeletons, Utah Tech’s Tricks & Treats Night united families and students together on Palm Street, fascinating guests with candy, activities and costume contests. The festivity was sponsored by Utah Tech University, and the University Marketing and Communication department organized the event. Tricks & Treats Night is an annual celebration dedicated to Halloween. […]

TrailSafe initiative launches to promote student safety at Utah Tech events

TrailSafe, a new student-led initiative, aims to help students feel safe and supported at campus gatherings. TrailSafe is a new volunteer program on campus, created by the Healthy Trailblazers Coalition faculty and students. It was established to ensure safety at Utah Tech University’s events. “So its [program] purpose is to make sure that students feel […]

OPINION | The real cost of energy drinks: Why you should drink alternative options

As a student, I went from drinking one energy drink a month to several a week, which improved my focus but risked serious health problems. After a few months of drinking energy drinks from time to time, I started to notice changes in my body. I noticed the increased quantity of headaches that I started […]

Utah Tech women’s volleyball triumph in Homecoming Week match

Utah Tech University’s women’s volleyball team claimed a strong victory over Abilene Christian University, uniting the campus community during Homecoming Week.   The match was Oct. 23 at the Burns Arena, where students and the community came to root for the team. Utah Tech led most of the four sets and showed its strengths in serving […]

More than a meal: How the Blazer Pantry helps Utah Tech students thrive

The Blazer Pantry has become a resource that helps students focus on academic success and not worry about temporary financial difficulties they have. Every Wednesday, Utah Tech University students who have a difficult time affording food essentials can fill their bags with free products at the Blazer Pantry. What is the Blazer Pantry? The Blazer […]