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October 2025

Building People, Building Futures: The Haslem Legacy at UBTech

2025-10-13T14:06:09-06:00

Building People, Building Futures: The Haslem Legacy at UBTech When you believe in people, you build more than a business—you change lives. That belief has guided Brad and Karlene Haslem since 1998, when they launched what would become BHI, operating out of a one-bay shop with eight employees and an unwavering vision: put people first, and success will follow. The Haslem Legacy Foundation's recent gift to Uintah Basin Technical College reflects that enduring commitment to investing in people and community. The Haslems' story began as high school sweethearts at Uintah High. After marrying in the fall following Karlene's first [...]

Building People, Building Futures: The Haslem Legacy at UBTech2025-10-13T14:06:09-06:00

July 2025

Honoring the Legacy of UBTech’s Fifth President, Dick Jones

2025-07-30T15:18:09-06:00

Honoring the Legacy of UBTech’s Fifth President, Dick Jones It is with deep respect that we announce the passing of Richard “Dick” Jones, the fifth President of UBTech. He passed away peacefully at his home in Fort Duchesne on July 28, 2025. Mr. Jones began his presidency in 1997, during the institution’s time as the Uintah Basin Applied Technology Center. He notably became the first president to serve under the new name, Uintah Basin Applied Technology College, following the name change in 2000. In recognition of his lasting contributions, Mr. Jones was honored with the prestigious UBTech Champion Award [...]

Honoring the Legacy of UBTech’s Fifth President, Dick Jones2025-07-30T15:18:09-06:00

UBTech Shines Bright at 2025 National SkillsUSA Championships

2025-07-09T14:00:14-06:00

UBTech Shines Bright at 2025 National SkillsUSA Championships Uintah Basin Technical College proudly continued its legacy of excellence at the 2025 National SkillsUSA Championships held in Atlanta, Georgia. An impressive 24 UBTech students placed in the top ten nationally, demonstrating elite talent across a wide variety of skilled trades and career-focused categories. This year marked a historic milestone for the college, with nine students earning spots on the national podium—UBTech’s highest number of medalists to date. The team brought home one gold, four silver, and four bronze medals, earning national recognition and reinforcing UBTech’s commitment to career readiness and [...]

UBTech Shines Bright at 2025 National SkillsUSA Championships2025-07-09T14:00:14-06:00

UBTech Launches High Voltage Program to Power Up Careers in Energy

2025-07-07T15:52:18-06:00

UBTech Launches High Voltage Program to Power Up Careers in Energy Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) is amping up opportunity with the launch of its High Voltage Program, designed to prepare students for dynamic careers in power distribution. Kicking off July 7 at the Vernal Campus, the program combines classroom instruction with intensive hands-on training to equip students with the real-world skills needed in the high-demand utility and energy sector. Students enrolled in the eight-week course will learn to install, operate, and maintain electrical distribution systems. From boom vehicle operation and transformer theory to fall protection and rigging, the [...]

UBTech Launches High Voltage Program to Power Up Careers in Energy2025-07-07T15:52:18-06:00

May 2025

UBTech’s Largest Graduating Class Marks a Record-Breaking Milestone

2025-05-28T09:36:06-06:00

UBTech's Largest Graduating Class Marks a Record-Breaking Milestone Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) held its largest commencement ceremony earlier this month, with nearly 350 graduates from the Class of 2025 crossing the stage. The college anticipates awarding more than 880 certificates this year—the highest number of completions in its history. Student of the Year Ayden Stratz opened the event with a heartfelt message about overcoming challenges. “Each of us here has faced obstacles,” Stratz said. “Some of us balanced jobs and courses. Some battled self-doubt or personal struggles behind the scenes. And yet, we’re here. We kept showing up. [...]

UBTech’s Largest Graduating Class Marks a Record-Breaking Milestone2025-05-28T09:36:06-06:00

UBTech Announces New Nail Technician Program Coming in 2026

2025-05-23T09:46:12-06:00

UBTech Announces New Nail Technician Program Coming in 2026 Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) is excited to announce the launch of a new Nail Technician Program at its Vernal campus. The program is anticipated to begin in July 2026, pending classroom renovation completion timelines, and Council on Occupational Education (COE) approval. The decision to launch the program comes in direct response to overwhelming request, interest and support from the community. UBTech administration began exploring the opportunity in September of 2023 and actively pursued grant funding in 2024 to launch a Nail Technician and Cosmetology program. Although the grant application [...]

UBTech Announces New Nail Technician Program Coming in 20262025-05-23T09:46:12-06:00

April 2025

UBTech Titans Break Records Again at 2025 SkillsUSA Utah State Competition

2025-04-28T13:44:40-06:00

UBTech Titans Break Records Again at 2025 SkillsUSA Utah State Competition Uintah Basin Technical College students continue to raise the bar at the SkillsUSA Utah Leadership and Skills Conference, this year bringing home a record-breaking 65 medals—surpassing last year’s historic performance. Out of 108 UBTech competitors, 31 earned gold medals and will advance to the national SkillsUSA competition in Atlanta, Georgia, this summer. UBTech remains a powerhouse in the state, earning the highest number of medals and proving once again that its students rank among the best in Utah for career and technical education. In total, UBTech students brought [...]

UBTech Titans Break Records Again at 2025 SkillsUSA Utah State Competition2025-04-28T13:44:40-06:00

UBTech and The Other Side Village Partner to Build Tiny Homes for Homeless Individuals

2025-04-01T10:42:43-06:00

UBTech and The Other Side Village Partner to Build Tiny Homes for Homeless Individuals Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) and The Other Side Village are proud to announce a partnership providing UBTech construction students with hands-on training, and an opportunity to give back in support of the statewide mission to address homelessness in Utah. Through this collaboration, students will gain real-world experience by constructing tiny homes for individuals in need. The Other Side Village is a peer-led, democratic, therapeutic community offering affordable tiny home living to individuals transitioning out of homelessness. Currently in its first phase, the organization is [...]

UBTech and The Other Side Village Partner to Build Tiny Homes for Homeless Individuals2025-04-01T10:42:43-06:00

March 2025

UBTech Partners with George T. Weldon Construction, LLC to Invest in Local Workforce

2025-03-07T13:24:29-07:00

UBTech Partners with George T. Weldon Construction, LLC to Invest in Local Workforce Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) and George T. Weldon Construction, LLC are excited to announce a new partnership that will make a significant impact on the local community. As part of this collaboration and celebration of their 50th Anniversary in business, George T. Weldon Construction, LLC has established the “George T. and Judy Weldon - Invest in the Best of the Basin” Scholarship, a $10,000 fund designed to support Uintah Basin residents pursuing careers in construction, welding, CDL, or cabinetry programs at UBTech. The scholarship, spread [...]

UBTech Partners with George T. Weldon Construction, LLC to Invest in Local Workforce2025-03-07T13:24:29-07:00

January 2025

Mike McKee honored as UBTech Champion

2025-01-29T13:34:50-07:00

Mike McKee honored as UBTech Champion Mike McKee, a man whose life exemplifies tireless service, was honored recently by Uintah Basin Technical College as the 2025 UBTech Champion. A father of 12, McKee has balanced family life, farming, church service, and numerous leadership roles, including serving on the UBTech Board of Trustees, the Uintah School Board, and as a Uintah County Commissioner for 14 years. His impact extends to testifying before Congress, heading the 7-County Oil and Gas Coalition, and helping build the framework to bring a railroad to the Uintah Basin. “Mike’s commitment to his community is unwavering,” [...]

Mike McKee honored as UBTech Champion2025-01-29T13:34:50-07:00
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