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A landscape photo of the exterior of the Graff building on Utah Tech campus, featuring a mosaic celebrating the history of the area.

Welcoming in New Arts Faculty

A new school year welcomes new faces among our faculty across all five departments. We are thrilled to have these eight people join us to share their skills and knowledge on campus.

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An exterior shot of the America First Performing Arts Center.

Grand Opening of the America First Performing Arts Center

The long awaited grand opening is just around the corner! On August 28, 2026, the newly renovated America First Performing Arts Center will have its celebratory debut. At 9 a.m. there will be the ribbon cutting ceremony. It includes a…

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A young girl with brown hair in a ponytail plays the piano.

Making a Splash at Summer Camp!

It is that time of year again where our halls feel very empty without our students… but that does not mean education stops! We are thrilled to have summer camps here in our buildings, teaching the arts to children of…

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Patrons looking at art inside the Louvre.

Study the Arts Abroad: Summer Edition

There is so much to be learned from art across the globe. We are fortunate to have had three study abroad trips this summer led by our Arts faculty!

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Dance and Film in Brazil

One of the fantastic opportunities of attending Utah Tech is the chance to participate in our study abroad programs! In late February, our Dance and Digital Film departments collaboratively took students on a 10-day trip to Brazil, exploring the ideas…

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Music faculty and students, dressed in black, perform a piece on a red, black, and yellow stage for the Fire and Ice Gala.

Fire and Ice: A Night to Remember

One of the most exciting events on campus is the Annual Fire and Ice Scholarship Gala. It was presented by the Utah Tech Foundation on March 20, 2026, in its 22nd year. The Fire and Ice Gala is an impactful…

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The Road with Dr. Rhodes

After 12 years leading the Music Education program at Utah Tech University, Dr. Rhonda Rhodes is retiring. Rhonda is no stranger to Southern Utah audiences with a long career leading musicians as one of the state’s finest teachers. She was…

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Our Artistic Graduating Class of 2025-2026

It is that time of year again where we say goodbye to our graduates as they finish their time here and move on to the next chapter of their lives. We are proud to announce the College of the Arts…

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End of Year Showcases

One of the most important things an arts student can do is take advantage of all the opportunities we have on campus to showcase their skills. As we head towards the end of the semester, opportunities abound. From art galleries…

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A Reflection on “Tristan & Yseult”

The curtain has set on yet another production on our Eccles Fine Arts stage. Across February and March, Kneehigh’s Tristan & Yseult took the stage in an ambitious performance. This show is a retelling of a dark Romeo and Juliet-esque…

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