America First Performing Arts Center
Architects: SPARANO + MOONEY
Contractor: Layton Construction
Project Manager: Jon Gibb UT, Branin Boyack UT
Completion Date: Summer of 2026
The Cox Performing Arts Center is undergoing a significant remodel and expansion project, increasing the facility’s size by 26,000 square feet for a total of 62,000 square feet. The renovations will boost seating capacity from 1,189 to 1,308, while modernizing public restrooms and adding new dressing rooms. A new 4,000-square-foot rehearsal and gala room will also be included. America First Credit Union has contributed $5 million to the project, which is also supported by state and local funding, resulting in the venue being renamed the America First Performing Arts Center. Upon completion in Spring of 2026, the updated venue will provide enhanced experiences for audiences and performers alike, serving as the home for the Southwest Symphony, Southern Utah Heritage Choir, and Utah Tech University’s performing arts programs.
General Classroom Building
Architects: Method Studios
Contractor: Oakland
Project Manager: Sherry Ruesch UT, Clint Bunnell DFCM
Completion Date: Fall of 2025
The new general classroom facility will house many programs from the university’s College of Humanities and Social Sciences. The 120,000 square foot facility will include 53 teaching spaces and 125 faculty offices promoting Utah Tech’s “active learning, active life” approach to education.
