College News

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 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 [...]

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,” [...]

Stewart’s Marketplace Donates to UBTech’s Titan Support Center, Supporting Student Success When the Titan Support Center reached out to area businesses in need of help with stocking their shelves with food and hygiene to help students who may have to go without these necessities, Stewart’s Marketplace in Roosevelt was the first to respond. The Titan Support Center at Uintah Basin Technical College (UBTech) is a crucial resource for students on many levels. Not only does it provide a safe space, but the center also helps students with everything from academic tutoring and mental health support to accessing local resources [...]