January 3, like any other day, has seen its share of interesting events, people and milestones in Utah's history. Here are 5 intriguing facts about this day in Utah history:

1. In 1854, Brigham Young founded the University of Deseret in Salt Lake City, now known as the University of Utah. The school began with just a handful of students, and it wasn't until years later that it would become the major institution it is today.

2. In 1894, Utah's first state capitol building was completed in Salt Lake City. The grand structure was designed by Utah architect Richard K. A. Kletting, who also designed several other notable buildings in the state, including the Salt Lake Temple.

3. In 1913, Utah passed the first state laws in the U.S. that granted women both the right to vote and hold public office. This was 7 years before the 19th amendment was passed, granting women's suffrage nationwide.

4. In 1936, Utah teenager Ann Atwater spoke out against segregation in the Ogden City Schools. Her activism led to desegregation in Utah schools, a full 18 years before the landmark Supreme Court ruling in Brown v. Board of Education.

5. And finally, in 2008, Utah became the first state to enact a statewide ban on smoking in all enclosed public places, including bars and restaurants. The law was a major step forward for public health in Utah, where smoking had been a major health hazard for generations.

These are just a few examples of the fascinating events that have taken place on January 3 in Utah history. From founding universities to breaking down barriers, Utahns have a long and storied history of making change happen.