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Utah Tech University welcomes spring with egg hunt, activities for everyone
April 2, 2025— Utah Tech University is kicking off the spring season with its annual Trailblazer Nation Spring Fest, which will feature an egg hunt, live music and game and activity booths for the entire community. Trailblazer Nation Spring Fest is set…
Utah Tech University Library’s Juanita Brooks Lecture Series to host P. Jane Hafen
March 27, 2025Exploring the treatment of Utah Sen. Arthur Watkins’ policies in Pulitzer-Prize winning author Louise Erdrich’s book “The Night Watchman,” Dr. P. Jane Hafen will present “’It Ain’t Real Estate’: Tribal Sovereignty in Pulitzer-Prize Author, Louise Erdrich, and Utah Senator Arthur…
Gala raises $170,020 in support of Utah Tech students
March 25, 2025Utah Tech University Foundation’s 21ST Annual Fire & Ice Scholarship Gala garnered significant funds for Utah Tech University students, raising $170,020 that night from a live auction and silent auction for the Marcia Wade and Dorothy Orton “Pay It Forward”…
Utah Tech University, community unite to celebrate the traditions, history of D-Week
March 21, 2025Utah Tech University’s annual D-Week will bring students, alumni and the community together to celebrate the rich history and traditions of the university and Southern Utah region. D-Week, a spirit week similar to Homecoming that brings its own set of…
Utah Board of Higher Education Names Shane B. Smeed President of Utah Tech University
February 26, 2025The Utah Board of Higher Education has unanimously selected Shane B. Smeed as the next president of Utah Tech University. With 25 years of experience in higher education, Smeed brings a wealth of leadership and expertise to the role. While…
DOCUTAH to screen documentaries, host special events
February 14, 2025Screening documentary films from all around the world, Utah Tech University’s DOCUTAH International Film Festival is open to filmmakers, documentary enthusiasts and community members alike. Presented by Utah Tech University, the Utah Tech Film Department, the City of St. George…
CEO to present on founding, building Nexus IT
February 11, 2025Earl Foote, founder and CEO of Nexus IT, is set to present “From Hustle to Heights: My 27-Year Journey Bootstrapping Nexus IT” as part of Utah Tech University’s Elkington Founder Speaker Series later this month. Foote will present at noon…
Utah Tech University students seeking community service needs for annual Campus to Community project
February 5, 2025As part of Campus to Community, Utah Tech University Student Association’s largest service project of the year, UT students will complete yardwork throughout the community and are accepting submissions for consideration from residents seeking service. UT students will offer outdoor…
Institute for Continued Learning to offer Mini Med School
February 4, 2025Utah Tech University’s Institute for Continued Learning is offering a Mini-Med School lecture series to help the community better understand their health. “It’s hard to get time with your healthcare provider and here’s a chance for the community to gain…
Utah Tech University’s free Personal Finance Day to teach community important principles
January 31, 2025To help the community better manage their finances, build credit and make housing decisions as well as understand the current market and economic environment, Utah Tech University is hosting its 10th Annual Personal Finance Day. Led by students in Utah…