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September 2026

UBTech Invites Community to Celebrate New Salon with Ribbon Cutting and Open House

2026-09-17T08:44:32-06:00

UBTech Invites Community to Celebrate New Salon with Ribbon Cutting and Open House After announcing plans in 2025 to bring a Nail Technician program to Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech), the college is excited to invite the community to celebrate the next milestone with the official ribbon cutting and open house of its newly completed salon space. The original announcement shared UBTech's vision for expanding training opportunities in the beauty industry to meet local workforce needs. Community interest and enthusiasm further confirmed the demand for the program, helping launch the planning and development process that began in 2023. The [...]

UBTech Invites Community to Celebrate New Salon with Ribbon Cutting and Open House2026-09-17T08:44:32-06:00

UBTech Earns National Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for Purpose & Values

2026-09-11T14:38:18-06:00

UBTech Earns National Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for Purpose & Values Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) has been recognized nationally for its commitment to fostering a workplace culture grounded in purpose, values, and employee engagement. Earlier this year, UBTech partnered with TopWorkplaces.com to conduct an anonymous employee survey. Employees were invited to share feedback about workplace culture, leadership, communication, and engagement. The survey not only provides organizations with valuable employee feedback but also serves as the basis for Top Workplaces awards. To be considered, organizations must meet participation requirements and are evaluated alongside employers of similar size. UBTech [...]

UBTech Earns National Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for Purpose & Values2026-09-11T14:38:18-06:00

Investing in Local Talent: Liberty Energy Supports UBTech Students Through Scholarship Donation

2026-09-02T08:29:08-06:00

Investing in Local Talent: Liberty Energy Supports UBTech Students Through Scholarship Donation A strong workforce starts with opportunity, and thanks to a scholarship donation from Liberty Energy, more Uintah Basin students will have access to the training needed to build successful careers close to home. Liberty Energy, a leading oilfield services company with 16 locations across the United States, established its Vernal operation three years ago and has quickly become an important part of the local energy industry. The company provides hydraulic fracturing, wireline services, LNG and dual-fuel solutions, gas services, and other support services to energy companies throughout [...]

Investing in Local Talent: Liberty Energy Supports UBTech Students Through Scholarship Donation2026-09-02T08:29:08-06:00

UBTech’s Workforce Promise is Having a Significant Influence on Local Workforce

2026-09-01T10:15:54-06:00

UBTech's Workforce Promise is Having a Significant Influence on Local Workforce Technical skills may help someone get hired, but professional skills often determine how far they go once they enter the workforce. Recognizing the growing demand for employees who can communicate effectively, solve problems, work as part of a team, and adapt to changing workplace expectations, Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) launched Workforce Promise in October 2024. Since then, over 150 participants have completed the training, gaining additional preparation to help them succeed in their careers. Workforce Promise is a free, self-paced training available to UBTech students. Participants strengthen [...]

UBTech’s Workforce Promise is Having a Significant Influence on Local Workforce2026-09-01T10:15:54-06:00

July 2026

UBTech Sets New Record for Certificate Completions in FY26

2026-07-22T11:04:42-06:00

UBTech Sets New Record for Certificate Completions in FY26  Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) is celebrating another historic year following the close of Fiscal Year 2026. While final certificate completion totals are still being verified, the College anticipates awarding more than 975 certificates, surpassing the previous record of 927 completions in FY25 and continuing a strong upward trend from 789 completions in FY24.  The achievement places UBTech within reach of one of its most ambitious objectives. Strategic Goal #1 calls for the College to reach 1,000 annual certificate completions by 2030, and current growth indicates UBTech is on track to achieve the benchmark years ahead of schedule. With only 25 [...]

UBTech Sets New Record for Certificate Completions in FY262026-07-22T11:04:42-06:00

UBTech Students Earn National Medals After Tying for Highest State Medal Count at SkillsUSA

2026-07-07T08:13:21-06:00

UBTech Students Earn National Medals After Tying for Highest State Medal Count at SkillsUSA  Uintah Basin Technical College students built on a strong showing at the state level to earn multiple medals at the 2026 National SkillsUSA in Atlanta, Georgia, continuing the College’s tradition of excellence in career and technical education.  UBTech students brought home three gold medals and two silver medals at the national competition, competing against the top students from across the country in rigorous, industry-driven contests. Leading the national medalists, Lucas Duncan earned gold in Electrical Construction Wiring, McKinley Rasmussen claimed gold in First Aid/CPR, and Wyatt McKee earned gold [...]

UBTech Students Earn National Medals After Tying for Highest State Medal Count at SkillsUSA2026-07-07T08:13:21-06:00

UBTech Community Surpasses 1776 Service Hour Goal

2026-07-06T15:08:41-06:00

UBTech Community Surpasses 1776 Service Hour Goal Earlier this year, UBTech President, Aaron Weight invited the Uintah Basin community to celebrate America’s upcoming 250th birthday by completing 1,776 hours of service before July 4, 2026. Today, the community has exceeded the goal, submitting nearly 1,900 hours of service through the UBTech.edu website. The challenge, launched in March, was inspired by the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776 and encouraged people of all ages to serve others without expectation of compensation. Community members responded with volunteer work, neighborhood projects, helping friends and neighbors, and countless acts of kindness [...]

UBTech Community Surpasses 1776 Service Hour Goal2026-07-06T15:08:41-06:00

June 2026

UBTech and Big 4 Services Partner to Expand Scholarship Opportunities for Uintah Basin Students

2026-06-24T10:12:40-06:00

UBTech and Big 4 Services Partner to Expand Scholarship Opportunities for Uintah Basin Students Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) and Big 4 Services, LLC are proud to announce a new partnership focused on expanding educational opportunities through scholarships for local students. Rooted in a shared commitment to strengthening the Uintah Basin, this collaboration reflects both organizations’ dedication to investing in the people and future of the community they call home. Big 4 Services’ story is deeply connected to the Basin. Originally founded in 2001 by Bill Martin, Blinn Tenney, and Craig Hart as an oil and gas cementing company, [...]

UBTech and Big 4 Services Partner to Expand Scholarship Opportunities for Uintah Basin Students2026-06-24T10:12:40-06:00
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