Students need to take part in the benefits of school breakfast

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June 20, 2011

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Breakfast has been considered the most important meal of the day. At breakfast time, it has been a while since people have put some calories in the body and they are preparing to start the most active part of your day. Working at night, sleeping in the day, then supper is the most important meal […]

Students ask the doctor

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June 6, 2011

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Getting in to see the doctor got a lot easier for at least future and current premedical students attending the first ever Intermountain Pre-Med Conference at UVU on May 20-21.   The conference was mainly geared towards high school students and college students interested in medical careers. They were given the opportunity to hear from […]

Iraqi Ambassador receives award on behalf of UVU

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June 6, 2011

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The Middle East is a region known for turmoil. However, UVU looked to bring insight from a man who has experienced war and changed his circumstances. Iraqi Ambassador T. Hamid Al-Bayati, a permanent representative of Iraq to the United Nations since April 2006, spoke on the Middle East state’s transitory challenges on June 1.   […]

Dedicated tree honors Sederburg

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August 30, 2010

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A celebration on Aug. 17 honored former president and current Utah Commissioner of Utah Higher Education, William Sederburg, for his extensive commitment to the Skilled2Succeed program that was launched in 2004. Local influential community members and school administration came together to support Sederburg’s commitment to the program. Notable attendees included President Matthew Holland and Certiport […]

Prospective programs

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August 2, 2010

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This school  is known for its advanced curriculum, quality faculty and graduates who continue to learn and achieve throughout their careers. With upcoming changes in several departments and programs, the school offers the most unique and diverse atmosphere in Utah County. The College of Humanities and Social Sciences offer degrees in Behavioral Science, Communication, English […]

Shawn Leonard, facing life imprisonment

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July 19, 2010

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The man accused of the brutal sexual assault of a 19-year-old woman along the Provo River Trail in early June was arrested and taken into official custody on July 14. Shawn Leonard, 33, has been charged with attempted aggravated murder, aggravated sexual assault and aggravated kidnapping, which are all first-degree felonies. Leonard’s next court appearance […]

Extended education center in Saratoga Springs

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July 19, 2010

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Over the past year, UVU’s North-Westlake Education Center, located in Saratoga Springs, has increased educational opportunities for northern Utah County residents. The North-Westlake Education Center began fall registration in April and classes for the 2010 academic year will begin on Wednesday, Aug. 25. The office of Extended Studies conducted a survey for students and residents […]

Student conducts breakthrough research on H1N1

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July 6, 2010

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Biology major Dave Fisher had the opportunity to present his research on H1N1 at the Evolution 2010 conference hosted by the Department of Biology at Portland State University on June 25-29. While working on his bachelor’s degree at UVU, Fisher has also been taking classes at BYU in the bioinformatics program during the past year. […]

Students Build A Home For A Single Mother

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June 28, 2010

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On Monday, June 14, the construction management students and Habitat for Humanity commemorated their second completed home during a ribbon-cutting ceremony in Utah County. “This is our second successful UVU Habitat for Humanity house, and it’s a testament to UVU’s community and engagement,” said Alexis Palmer, Director of the Volunteer and Service Learning Center. “Students […]

President Holland Announces New VPs

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June 28, 2010

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President Matthew Holland recently made important executive personnel announcements regarding his new administration, specifically concerning the vice president of development and alumni and the interim vice president for academic affairs. Since 2006, Val Hale has been the Advancement Vice President, working closely with members of the community to raise funds for the university. Since the […]