Pago Pago, AMERICAN SAMOA — An earthquake with a preliminary magnitude of 6.3 occurred in the Tonga islands at 11:12 am local time on Thursday January 18, 2024.

There was no tsunami threat to American Samoa from this earthquake although some areas may have experienced moderate shaking.

Preliminary earthquake parameters were:

• magnitude 6.3

• origin time 1112 am sst Jan 18 2024

• coordinates 18.9 south 175.0 west

• depth 144 miles

• location Tonga

LEIMOASINA SAUIA MAKES PRESIDENT’S LIST AT UTAH TECH UNIV

Students at Utah Tech University demonstrated outstanding academic performance during the Fall 2023 semester, with nearly 10 percent earning President's List recognition.

A total of 1,233 students were included on the President's List, reflecting their strong commitment to academics. To qualify, students had to achieve a semester GPA of 3.9 and higher as well as complete at least 15 credits.

Leimoasina Sauia of American Samoa was among the 1,233 students honored on the President's List for the Fall 2023 semester.

"I extend my heartfelt congratulations to all our dedicated students whose unwavering commitment and hard work have resulted in their well-deserved placement on the honor roll," Dr. Michael Lacourse, provost and vice president of academic affairs, said. "It is truly gratifying to witness our students seizing every opportunity at Utah Tech and achieving excellence. Their accomplishments reflect the spirit of perseverance and resilience that defines our educational community."

Utah Tech University has experienced significant growth in the last five years, expanding its programs from 188 to 276, representing an incredible 47 percent increase. The University's diverse offerings include eight graduate, 57 bachelor's, 64 certificates, 48 minors, 76 emphases, and 23 associate degree programs.

MERRY VAA MAKES DEAN’S LIST AT UTAH TECH UNIVERSITY

Students at Utah Tech University demonstrated remarkable academic performance during the Fall 2023 semester, with nearly 12 percent earning Dean's List recognition.

A total of 1,489 students were included on the Dean's List, reflecting their strong commitment to academics. To qualify, students had to achieve a semester GPA of 3.5 to 3.89 as well as complete at least 15 credits.

Merry Vaa of American Samoa was among the 1,489 students honored on the Dean's List for the Fall 2023 semester.