Utah Tech University will host its Homecoming celebrations throughout the week of Nov. 9, according to a Oct. 27 statement. The festivities will bring together Trailblazer Nation for various fall traditions and community events.
The week of celebrations will begin with the Miss Utah Tech University Homecoming Queen Competition, which is scheduled for Nov. 10 at 7:30 p.m. at the America First Performing Arts Center. Tickets for the event are available at utahtech.edu/ticket-office.
In honor of Veterans Day, the university will host a Veterans Run on Nov. 11. The 2.22 mile fun run will start from the Encampment Mall at 7:30 p.m., allowing students and community members to honor local veterans by running, walking, or sprinting around campus.
Weekend festivities are scheduled to begin on Nov. 14 with a Homecoming Parade at 10 a.m. on University Avenue, spanning from 100 South to 700 South. The parade will feature bands, floats, and candy.
Immediately following the parade, the Trailblazer Village & Carnival will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. in the Atwood Innovation Plaza parking lot. This event will feature a tailgate atmosphere including giveaways, swag, and free food.
The Homecoming Week will conclude with a football game at Greater Zion Stadium. Trailblazer Football is scheduled to play Eastern Washington at 2 p.m. during the event.
John Bowler, the director of alumni relations at Utah Tech, said the schedule is designed to connect alumni, students, and fans. Bowler noted that Homecoming provides a way for community members to see campus changes and celebrate traditions.
A complete schedule of the Utah Tech University Homecoming Week events is available at utahtech.edu/homecoming.
