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'Getting bigger and better': BYU sweeps student Emmy awards
Margaret Darby, Deseret News | Posted April 1 - 12:00 p.m. | Save Story
BYU students cleaned up at the student Emmy awards, cementing the university's status as a national leader in animation, film and advertising.
'A gathering space': Lehi preps for opening of new library, civic center
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted April 1 - 6:48 a.m. | Save Story
From bookworms to studious patrons to those just looking for a place to gather with the community, the new Lehi Library has something for everyone.
Giving up the music from 'Hamilton' for Lent
Rachel Fabbi, KSL | Posted March 31 - 8:04 p.m. | Save Story
Some people give up sweets for Lent, others give up social media, but one 7-year-old Utah girl gave up the music from "Hamilton" — and it's attracting the attention of its creator.
West High School choir takes the stage at Carnegie Hall
Deanie Wimmer and Pearl Ashton, KSL | Posted March 31 - 12:10 p.m. | Save Story
Utah's West High School Choir traveled to New York City this week to perform on one of the world's most prestigious stages.
Have an idea to make Utah better? This nonprofit wants to reward you
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted March 31 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
A Utah nonprofit is offering rewards up to $10,000 for innovative policy ideas that could improve qualify of life, education and health in the Beehive State.
Reading together: Mona Elementary exceeding state goals
Deanie Wimmer, KSL | Posted March 30 - 8:15 p.m. | Save Story
Lawmakers passed a law aimed at improving reading in Utah schools after a study showed half of students can't read at grade level. Mona Elementary has already been exceeding that goal.
Higher education's 'strategic reinvestment' plans to now include Utah's technical colleges
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Updated March 30 - 6:09 a.m. | Save Story
In 2025, the Utah Legislature mandated "strategic reinvestment" for the state's eight degree-granting institutions. Now, the change is coming to the state's technical colleges.
Fifth grader leads a lesson in wheelchair basketball and inclusion
Duaa Israr, WDJT via CNN | Updated March 29 - 8:01 p.m. | Save Story
Sometimes the biggest lessons in school don't come from a textbook. They come from seeing the world through someone else's eyes – or in this case, wheels.
University of Utah researchers discover freshwater reservoir under Great Salt Lake
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 29 - 5:00 p.m. | Save Story
In a breakthrough that could have major implications for mitigating pollution, geophysicists at the U. have located a deep, freshwater reservoir under Farmington Bay.
3 Utah students chosen for honor ensembles in national music festival
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 29 - 3:00 p.m. | Save Story
Three very talented Utah high school musicians get to show their talents at a national music festival.
How UVU and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium are partnering to boost oceanography in Utah
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 29 - 2:00 p.m. | Save Story
On Wednesday, Utah Valley University entered into a partnership with the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium to provide undergraduates with expanded learning and research opportunities.
From a resealable cereal box to mentoring students: How one Utah Tech professor gives back
Arianne Brown, KSL | Posted March 29 - 12:04 p.m. | Save Story
An 82-year-old retiree has worked closely with students at Utah Tech University's Innovation Plaza to get their ideas off and running, even leading to patented designs.
More than 150 kids join BYU's Cosmo to bike to school in Orem
Cassidy Wixom and Tyrese Boone, KSL | Posted March 27 - 6:35 p.m. | Save Story
More than 150 kids were biking, laughing, and having a good time with Cosmo the Cougar on their commute to Cascade Elementary School on Friday.
29 Utah school districts, charter schools receive $100M to expand career and tech education
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 27 - 5:01 p.m. | Save Story
Education officials Thursday announced the dispersal of $100 million to 29 Utah districts and charter schools to expand access to profession-based education for K-12 students.
Utah governor vetoes 2 bills following legislative session
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, Daniel Woodruff and Carter Williams, KSL | Posted March 26 - 6:01 p.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has vetoed two bills, one providing internet access on school buses in rural areas and another addressing complaints against medical providers.
Robot joins Melania Trump at White House event to tout AI teachers
Bo Erickson, Reuters | Posted March 25 - 9:59 p.m. | Save Story
A humanoid robot walked down the red carpet at the White House on Wednesday, accompanying first lady Melania Trump to an event where she urged use of artificial intelligence in education.
Will Utah Gov. Cox sign — or veto — divisive teacher discipline bill?
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 25 - 6:15 a.m. | Save Story
Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has already signed off on several high-profile K-12 education bills, but SB312 on teacher discipline is still sitting at his desk. What will he do with it?
Granite School District students organize masquerade prom for Magna senior center members
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted March 24 - 5:02 p.m. | Save Story
The Magna Kennecott Senior Center on Tuesday was treated to a blast from the past through a prom masquerade, organized by students from Brockbank STEM Junior High School.
