We made Best for Vets 2025! Scroll down and click on “MEET OUR TEAM” to learn about our prestigious national ranking.
Current Students
Information and Resources
First Year and Transfer Students
Establish Benefits
Prospective Students
Explore Your VA Education Benefits
Upcoming Events
Dec 13, 2025 Wreaths Across America
Local Southern Utah Cemetery
Please join us in laying wreaths on the grave markers of veterans. See your local Veteran’s organization for time and place.
Past Events
Veterans Day Commemoration - November 11, 2025
We honored living and deceased military veterans of the US Armed Forces who have served their country honorably during war or peacetime.
Patriot Day Commemoration Event 2025
We remembered the sacrifices of U.S. citizens, service members, survivors, first responders, rescue and recovery workers. Recipients for the Spirit of Service awards went to Laura Christensen, Medical Health; Brent Black, Faith and Religion; and James Schaffer, First Responder. Awards were presented by Utah Tech University President Shane Smeed.
Military-Connected Students Graduation Dinner - April 24, 2025
We congratulate all students receiving a degree in the past calendar year with a dinner, cord, and coin.
Freedom Rocks Poker Run - April 12, 2025
First annual motorcycle poker run fundraiser for Veterans with unmet financial needs.
Contact
Karl Watters
Director, Veteran and Military Services
Email: Karl.Watters@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-879-4688
Office: GCB 328
Dan Haddox
Veterans Coordinator, VITAL Manager
Email: dan.haddox@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-879-4771
Office: GCB 329
Jenifer Umana
Military-Connected Coordinator, VITAL Manager
Email: jenifer.umana@utahtech.edu
Phone: 435-879-4786
Office: GCB 327