Stories Archive

A WSU grad/high-achieving student who learned to prioritize his mental health, not just academic success.

Weber State alum uses dance to heal and unite.

Olympic dreams inspire area track coach.

Attending WSU is a family tradition for the Sessions.

Family inspires graduate on and off the field.

WSU grad turned recruiter receives Crystal Crest award for painting.

First-generation college student goes from shy to successful.

A first-generation junior exemplifies International Day of Women and Girls in Science.

Family ties inspire nursing student’s journey to success.

WSU graduate makes a name for herself in construction.

Time Magazine honors WSU alumnus for volunteer work with the Navajo Nation.

WSU senior takes his skills outside of the classroom to make Utah wildlife safer.

Communication graduate goes above and beyond for local charity and receives award.

WSU nursing student recognized nationally for developing an adaptive yoga course. Namaste for all!

From tragedy to triumph, death of a loved one compels student to complete education.

Student returns to WSU over and over to further their education.

The WSU Radiologic Sciences Outreach Program is more than just an education for this student.

Survivor inspired to pursue their dreams at WSU.

’CATapult Scholarship gets student to graduation day.

Student leaves Africa to find open arms and unexpected success at WSU.

Keyboard studies professor honored by the Music Teachers National Association.

WSU's Spirit Squad sees a famous face.

Dreams of being a teacher become a reality thanks to Utah Jazz scholarship.

Former Apache pilot majors in reinvention.

WSU’s English as a Second Language program helps entrepreneur kickstart sewing business.

WSU student puts it all into inspiring children.

Chemistry and forensic science make a perfect pair for this master’s student.

A WSU graduate is the top promoter of her home.

She pursued a life-long dream at age 51.

They had the confidence to launch a multimillion dollar company.

A budding makeup artist with Hollywood dreams.

A retiree reignites his passion for learning.

This professor played an essential role in WSU’s COVID response.

WSU grad has a passion for helping others.

Weber State programs helps this student on "rollercoaster" to graduation.

This STEM advocate combined welding and sewing into a career.

"All my professors... were happy to either help me get there or show me the way I could get it myself."

Weber State student sees success on the Utah Board of Higher Education.

A determined advocate and Weber State's first LGBTQ+ student senator.

College not just a dream for Ukrainian immigrant at WSU.

This award-winning WSU student discovered her passion through hardship.

After active duty and deployment, a veterans program helped this student succeed and connect.

"College is an opportunity to do exactly what you want with your life despite the cards you’ve been dealt."

TAPT program helps nontraditional student reach her dreams of becoming a teacher.

Weber State gave him the tools needed to become a successful athletic trainer.

A microscope changed her world.

This health professions student found himself and took chances.

"Whatever you end up doing, even if you change your mind a million times, make sure it's something you love."

"My professors knew what I could do before I did, and they pushed me to do it."

"I always knew I wanted to get my degree, I knew it would open doors, but I couldn't always see the path to get there."

This nontraditional student hit her stride and found success...on TikTok!

"My family was always encouraging me on the path to teaching."

Weber State taught him the importance of aligning his literary passions and community.

"I felt that I was very cared for and that I wasn’t left behind."

He hopes to be a forensic scientist, assisting with crime scene investigations and contributing to a safer society.

She hopes to use her talents to further serve organizations in the local community.

"I can see that I’m making a difference in people’s lives."

He aims to use the skills he’s gaining at WSU to pursue a career in the automotive field.

Having experienced financial hardships, she’s passionate about helping students pay for college.

"I couldn’t pass up Weber State’s affordability and flexibility."

"It has definitely stretched my abilities and I feel like I’m learning a lot."