Another partnership has been announced that will help support the local workforce. UBTech shared a press release on Thursday, announcing that in celebration of their 50th anniversary in business, George T. Weldon Construction has established the Invest in the Best of the Basin Scholarship which is a $10,000 dollar fund designed to support Uintah Basin residents pursuing careers in construction, welding, CDL, or cabinetry at UBTech. Mike. T. Weldon, CEO at George T. Weldon Construction, expressed the company’s deep commitment to the Uintah Basin community. “We want to break the stigma that there’s ‘nothing here’ for young people,” shared Weldon. “The Uintah Basin is a great place to live and work, and we want the youth and our community to feel proud of where they’re from.” UBTech President Aaron Weight praised the partnership. “This collaboration with George T. Weldon Construction is a perfect example of how businesses and education can come together to invest in the future of our community,” said Weight. “The Weldon family’s legacy of giving back and supporting local talent is truly inspiring.” For more information, visit ubtech.edu.
