Community favorite, Weber State’s Storytelling Festival, returns for 29th year
Nationally and internationally acclaimed storytellers and local youth will take the stage at Weber State University’s 29th annual Storytelling Festival Feb. 24–26.
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Professors earn prestigious award for ‘teaching excellence’ at Weber State
Twelve of the year’s top professors at Weber State University received the 2025 Presidential Teaching Excellence Award after being nominated by students, staff and fellow faculty members.
Weber State student’s future in social work rooted in love for serving others
Micah Frickel is a junior at Weber State University who's already partway into his dream career in social work, balancing two jobs that focus on serving people.
Weber State student from Czech Republic brings unique insight to world of human resources
Markéta Havlová was searching for universities to attend in the United States and she had a dream of graduating in a purple gown. The next day, she got an acceptance letter from Weber State University with the same shade of purple.
From F-35 crew chief to hypersonic researcher, Weber State student brings engineering skills to next era of aerospace
For the past 10 years, Steven DiPani has worked on F-16 and F-35 fighter jets at Hill Air Force Base. Now he’s studying mechanical engineering at Weber State University to expand his knowledge and bring those skills to the civilian sector.
Sisters create scholarship honoring late mother, fellow Weber State alum
Weber State University graduate Kari Harbath and her sister, current student Kassie, created a scholarship fund in memory of their mother, WSU alum Paula “Kim” McCorkle-Harbath, to give back to the community that helped them through hardships.
February events at Weber State to explore ‘global tapestry’ of Black culture
As Black History Month kicks off nationwide, Weber State University invites all to attend a month-long celebration highlighting the culture and impact of Black communities.
Weber State professor explores underwater volcanoes as origin of life on Earth at international conference
A Weber State University microbiology professor’s research into the origins of life earned her an invitation to speak at a prestigious National Science Academy conference in Japan last fall.
Heart for humanity fuels pre-med student’s goal to become doctor
Elena Campbell's heart for serving others has shaped her goal to become a doctor. She's off to a good start, studying at WSU, working at a hospital and volunteering at a pregnancy medical clinic.
Meet the Utah students who took advantage of concurrent enrollment at Weber State
With more than 16,000 concurrent enrollment students this year, Weber State University is a top institution for Utah teens getting a head start on college.
Healthcare + engineering: Siblings with different career paths both choose Weber State
Siblings Nico and Lillian Woolsey chose Weber State University after moving to Utah from their hometown of Rock Springs, Wyoming, but each chose very different educational and career paths.
Weber State grad's art lands on Clearfield’s latest public art display
As a muralist and furniture upcycler, Weber State University graduate Brooke Facer’s artwork can be found on walls and in homes throughout the country.
‘Desire for efficiency’ drives Weber State student to seek energy innovation in Utah
A “desire for efficiency” and fascination with society's use of energy drove Weber State student Matt Millburn to pursue a degree in energy engineering, a fast-growing industry in Utah.
Weber State recognized by U.S. Department of Education for efforts in student success
Weber State University was one of 200 schools nationwide recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for its efforts to reimagine college.
Concurrent enrollment gives Weber State student two-year head start on goal to become attorney
Georgia Fox is “kind of” in her first year at Weber State. She graduated high school with both a diploma and an associate’s degree thanks to concurrent enrollment.
Future history teacher aims to teach, coach at high school alma mater
Porter Benton is part of Weber State’s Presidential Leadership Fellows, plays on the baseball club team and regularly sports wild hair. But he’s most focused on earning his degree in history teaching.
Statewide need prompts Weber State to launch doctoral emphasis in psychiatric mental health
The Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner emphasis is the newest offering in the Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program at Weber State University.
Utah woman learned to manage chronic illnesses to pursue goals at Weber State
Elizabeth Poe’s love for learning always fueled her dream of going to college, but it wasn’t until she learned to manage her chronic illnesses that she enrolled at Weber State University to pursue a Bachelor of Interdisciplinary Studies degree.
Weber State saves students millions with free textbooks
Faculty at Weber State University are expanding efforts to provide free textbooks to students, with an ultimate goal to make college more accessible and affordable.
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