December 2025
Honoring Those Who Inspire: Nominations Open for The UBTech Way Award
Dylan Larino2025-12-11T10:15:02-07:00Honoring Those Who Inspire: Nominations Open for The UBTech Way Award At Uintah Basin Technical College, the spirit of community and connection runs deep. Since its introduction in January 2020, The UBTech Way has served as a guiding philosophy for how employees and students represent the College. Its symbol, three interlocking cogs, reflects the institution’s commitment to being Student Centered, Campus and Community Connected, and Service Oriented in everything it does. In 2022, UBTech launched The UBTech Way Award to honor individuals who embody these values. Each December, the College invites the public to nominate individuals who exemplify putting [...]
November 2025
FourPoint Resources Champions Education with $15,000 Scholarship Commitment to UBTech
Dylan Larino2025-11-18T10:05:35-07:00FourPoint Resources Champions Education with $15,000 Scholarship Commitment to UBTech UBTech is proud to announce a new partnership with FourPoint Resources, an oil and gas company headquartered in Denver, Colorado, which has committed $15,000 in scholarship funding to support local UBTech students. This generous contribution underscores FourPoint’s dedication to education and community development in the Uintah Basin. In addition, FourPoint has designated a portion of these scholarship dollars specifically for members of the Ute Indian Tribe, demonstrating its commitment to fostering opportunity and inclusion within the communities it serves. FourPoint is a privately held acquisition, exploration, and production company [...]
Brady Trucking’s Generous Gift Accelerates CDL Training at UBTech
Dylan Larino2025-11-11T15:54:09-07:00Brady Trucking’s Generous Gift Accelerates CDL Training at UBTech Brady Trucking has been a cornerstone of the Uintah Basin since 1995, growing from two trucks owned by Larry Brady and his father, Lloyd, to a fleet of 140 trucks and 150 employees today. Known for its commitment to safety and excellence, Brady Trucking operates terminals in Vernal, Utah, and Normal, Illinois, hauling liquids, plastics, and food-grade materials across the United States. When leaders from Brady Trucking met with UBTech to discuss workforce needs, the conversation turned to the college’s CDL program. With a waitlist stretching into March 2026, UBTech [...]
WEM Partners with UBTech to Build Tomorrow’s Workforce Through Scholarships
Dylan Larino2025-11-05T10:32:38-07:00WEM Partners with UBTech to Build Tomorrow’s Workforce Through Scholarships Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) is proud to announce a new partnership with Wasatch Energy Management/WEM Operating (WEM), a locally based oil and gas company with roots in the Uintah Basin. This collaboration reflects a shared commitment to community investment and workforce development and will provide scholarships to students enrolled in any UBTech program. WEM has been a part of Utah’s energy landscape for over 23 years and actively participating in wells in the Uintah Basin since 2018. In 2023, the company began operating wells in the basin, and [...]
October 2025
Building People, Building Futures: The Haslem Legacy at UBTech
Dylan Larino2025-10-13T14:06:09-06:00Building 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 [...]
July 2025
Honoring the Legacy of UBTech’s Fifth President, Dick Jones
Dylan Larino2025-07-30T15:18:09-06:00Honoring 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 [...]
UBTech Shines Bright at 2025 National SkillsUSA Championships
Dylan Larino2025-07-09T14:00:14-06:00UBTech 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 Launches High Voltage Program to Power Up Careers in Energy
Dylan Larino2025-07-07T15:52:18-06:00UBTech 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 [...]
May 2025
UBTech’s Largest Graduating Class Marks a Record-Breaking Milestone
Dylan Larino2025-05-28T09:36:06-06:00UBTech'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. [...]
