Sept. 11, 2001 was a day that carried tragedy, hardship, and patriotism into the hearts of every American. The country watched in horror as the towers burned, praying for the safety of the people left inside. Lauren Manning was a managing director and partner at Cantor Fitzgerald, an investment firm, which occupied several floors of […]
Animal sightings at UVU have increased this semester due to students taking advantage of public policy. Service animals are not required to wear identification, such as a vest or dog tag, making it difficult for campus employees to distinguish between pets and service animals. According to the U.S. Department of Justice under the Americans with […]
A major registration error was avoided early this semester due to freshman orientations becoming mandatory and filling up faster than anticipated. The error would have stranded students with an academic hold that would prevent them from registering for classes. Mandatory freshman orientation is new this year, replacing the previous “Webstart” program that allowed students […]
The College of Humanities and Social Sciences continues to expand its collection of diverse learning pathways by offering a new minor in Russian Studies. Courses began this fall and are designed to familiarize students with Russian culture. The Russian minor will offer students an inside view of Russian politics, media, language, and history. “UVU is […]
After eight years of planning, UVU will finally receive its ultimate destination for students to enjoy fitness, fun, and relaxation all in one place. The new Student Life and Wellness Center is scheduled to open in March 2014, and offers unity by bringing students together with wellness as a shared goal. “This is […]
KresLynn Knouse, Assistant News Editor, @KresLynn, additional reporting Nicole Shepard, News Editor, @NicoleEShepard After ten years of his role as Student Affairs Vice President, Cory Duckworth has accepted another position as the new president of Jamestown Community College in New York City. “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity to join the great team at JCC,” […]
KresLynn Knouse, Assistant News Editor, @KresLynn Students can expect to pay more for tests this upcoming year, as UVU Testing Center fees are set to increase yet again. The Testing Center, which is funded solely by the fees they charge, has a budget deficit of over $100,000 this year due […]