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Utah Tech University to begin offering Occupational Therapy Doctorate this fall
January 4, 2024Paving the way for Utah Tech University to offer its first doctoral degree, the institution has gained approval to begin offering a clinical doctorate in occupational therapy in the Fall 2024 semester. “The Occupational Therapy Doctorate offers students the opportunity…
Chief of Staff Courtney R. White named interim president of Utah Tech University
January 3, 2024The Utah Board of Higher Education’s Executive Committee selected Courtney R. White as interim president of Utah Tech University today to take effect on Jan. 5, 2024. The Board of Higher Education will undertake a search for a new president…
Utah Tech University president announces departure after a decade of service
December 21, 2023Utah Tech University President Richard “Biff” Williams announced today that he will step down effective Jan. 5, 2024, to pursue other professional opportunities. UT Associate Vice President of Executive Affairs and Chief of Staff Courtney White will be named interim…
Utah Tech University’s Sears Art Museum to showcase Zion National Park in next exhibition
November 21, 2023Showcasing Zion National Park through the eyes of various artists, Utah Tech University’s Sears Art Museum presents its latest exhibit, “The Might Five: Zion National Park.” On display from Dec. 1 until Jan. 12, 2024, the exhibition will open with…
Join Utah Tech University in kicking off the holiday season at Trailblazer Nation Tree Lighting Celebration
November 14, 2023Utah Tech University invites the community to join the institution in ushering in the holiday season at the sixth annual Trailblazer Nation Tree Lighting Celebration. The celebration will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. on Nov. 29 at the…
Utah Tech University’s Fall Spectacular to showcase singing, dance groups
November 1, 2023Showcasing a variety of performances, the Utah Tech University Entertainment Alliance is presenting its annual Fall Spectacular. Set to take place at 7:30 p.m. on Nov. 10 and 11 in Utah Tech’s M.K. Cox Performing Arts Center, the Fall Spectacular…
AI instruction added to free noncredit classes available through Utah Tech University
October 24, 2023To meet the increasing need for technology-based education, Utah Tech University is expanding its Learn & Work in Utah program to include courses on ChatGPT and generative AI. Supported through the Utah System of Higher Education, the Learn & Work…
Utah Tech University’s Human-Tech series to discuss education, workforce preparation
October 23, 2023Exploring the intensifying connection between a college education and workforce preparation, Utah Tech University’s Human-Tech Speaker Series will feature Sylvester Johnson, director of Virginia Tech University’s Center for Humanities, in its next installment. Johnson will present “The Future of Talent…
Utah Tech University to host St. George City Council debate, congressional forum
October 20, 2023In collaboration with community partners, Utah Tech University’s Institute of Politics is set to host a St. George City Council debate as well as a forum featuring the two major party candidates for the open seat in U.S. Congress in…
Writer Jimmy Santiago Baca to present multiple events at Utah Tech University
October 18, 2023Sharing how he transformed his life by learning how to read and write poetry while in prison, writer Jimmy Santiago Baca will present at a variety of community events on the Utah Tech University campus. While on campus, Baca will…