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Family and Guest Information

The following information is for Summer 2024 Orientation. Use this page to see what to expect from orientation, but information will be updated as orientation gets closer.

Trailblazer Orientation offers a separate schedule for family members and guests who attend with their students. We know that students are more successful when they have an informed and connected support system, so whether you are a parent, grandparent, sibling, partner, or just a friend, you are welcome at Trailblazer Orientation.

At orientation, you will:

  • Meet and connect with other family members and guests
  • Learn ways you can get involved and stay informed with the Utah Tech Family Association
  • Understand the social and academic culture of Utah Tech and the southern Utah environment
  • Learn about academic and safety resources available to your students
  • Assist your student in completing financial aid, registration, placement testing, and other last minute tasks

ORIENTATION SCHEDULE

Check In: 8:30-9:00 AM – Eccles Lobby

Welcome: 9:00-9:10 AM – Zion Room; Holland Commons

Financial Aid: 9:10-9:50 AM – Zion Room; Holland Commons

Safety & Respect: 9:50-10:30 AM – Zion Room; Holland Commons

Campus Resources: 10:30-10:45 AM – Zion Room; Holland Commons

Campus Partner Panel: 10:45-11:45 AM – Zion Room; Holland Commons

Lunch/College Advising Meetings: 1:30-1:45 PM – College of Education Building

Utah Tech Family Association: 12:40-1:10 PM – College of Education 121

Breakout Session 1: 1:20-1:45 PM – SET Building, Browning Building

Breakout Session 2: 1:55-2:20 PM – SET, Building, Browning Building

Frequently Asked Questions

LOCATION

Utah Tech is located at 225 S University Avenue (700 E). Whether you are driving on I-15 heading north or south, take the St. George Boulevard exit (Exit 8) and head west. Turn left on 700 E / University Ave and head south. Once you’re on campus, there will be directional signs leading you to Check In.

Utah Tech

PARKING

You will not need a parking pass for orientation, however, be sure to park only in an open Student/General (white-painted) parking spot. We recommend parking in Lots M or N.

If you receive a parking ticket in error, bring it and your license plate number to the Cashier’s Office on the first floor of the Holland.

Parking Map

LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

There are many great hotels, motels, and inns in the St. George area to accommodate your travel plans for Trailblazer Orientation or other campus visits. Below you will find a list of hotels near Utah Tech University. The discounts listed may no longer be active.

Accommodations

BREAKOUT SESSIONS

Check out the following Breakout Sessions available for you to attend during orientation.

The full list of sessions will be provided during orientation.

UTAH TECH FAMILY PORTAL

Staying informed with campus events and other Utah Tech news is a great way to support your student. All family members are automatically part of the Utah Tech Family Association and have access to the Family Portal. You can log in and set up an account to receive personalized newsletters based on your student’s college, year, and other communities.

Utah Tech Family Portal

Contact

Meet Our Team

New Student & Family Programs

Email: newstudent@utahtech.edu

Phone: 435-879-5691

Office: Holland 181