UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY'S STUDENT NEWS SOURCE | November 17, 2025

Author: Yasia Oleksiuk

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St. George growth drives up expenses for students

Rapid population growth in St. George, caused by students and new residents moving to the city, is raising housing and tuition costs and creating financial struggles for students. The cost of living in St. George has risen above the national average. The overall expenses in St. George are 7.7% higher compared to other U.S. regions. To cover […]

OPINION | Your study environment matters more than you think

Have you ever struggled to concentrate while studying because of distracting thoughts or feelings that something is not right around you? The reason may be hidden in your study environment. When a person sits down to study, the location is an important factor. It influences not only productivity and motivation to study, but it also […]

Booth Wellness Center recognizes Suicide Prevention Month with annual Week of Hope

Delicious breakfast and faculty support welcomed students at a pancake breakfast near the Gardner Student Center as the Booth Wellness Center hosted the Week of Hope. The center hosted the Week of Hope events for Suicide Prevention Month to give support to students who experience stress, suicidal thoughts and loneliness.  The events started Sept. 8 […]

Students bring their creative designs to life at Atwood Innovation Plaza

Let your creativity show at the Atwood Innovation Plaza Makerspace, where students have access to a variety of machines to prototype their concepts, personalize clothing and explore 3D printing. The makerspace was opened to help people create and make their ideas a reality. “The whole plaza was built as a place just to innovate,” Bailey […]

Utah Tech’s new dean of students shares his goals

With a focus on elevating student success, Tamron Lee, the new dean of students, shares his goals to enhance students’ experience on campus. Lee is originally from Washington and has worked in higher education for over 15 years. He graduated from Dixie State University with a bachelor’s degree and earned both a master’s degree and […]

Testing Center, English department relocate as Utah Tech expands student space

Two departments at Utah Tech University are being moved to new buildings to enhance more space and resources for students and faculty. The relocation of the Testing Center is scheduled to begin Sept. 10. The center will be closed Sept. 10-11 to allow faculty to move the equipment and furniture to the new location. The […]

Trailblazers start semester strong with high-energy Foam Dance

The Foam Dance at Utah Tech University launched the new semester by engaging students. The event took place Aug. 22 at 9 p.m. near the Campus View II parking lot and lasted until midnight. Brett Coleman, student engagement coordinator for Utah Tech Student Association, said about 3,000 students attended the Foam Dance. The first dance of the semester is […]