Steve Purdy, painting a prodigy

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October 28, 2013

schedule 4 min read

UVU is brimming of professors who come from all walks of life with diverse backgrounds and experiences. The Theatre department has one of these gems who is a self-made mentor and worker who brings a range of experiences to the table. Steve Purdy is that professor. After graduating from BYU in advertising Purdy returned to […]

The Haunted Forest adds Zombie Warz to add new flavor

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October 28, 2013

schedule 4 min read

The Haunted Forest is one of the most well known haunted attractions in Utah, and for good reason. The haunt has been around for almost a quarter of a century and has been loved by many who have come year after year. With this being the last year of its current location in American Fork, […]

Pokémon X and Y review: Insert evolution pun here

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October 26, 2013

schedule 3 min read

Pokémon is a series that we probably all remember from our youth. Whether you played or not, it’s been around for quite a while. With the cards, the anime and the bevy of games that have been released the series continues to grow, seemingly without end. There isn’t a lot to say about the games […]

The Haunted Circus transforms the typical haunted house

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October 22, 2013

schedule 4 min read

Mikaila Cottrell   For the past three years the Haunted Circus has rolled into Draper and set up a unique haunt just for Utah. This year, Haunted Circus is at it again, seeking to transform the traditional haunted “house” into a scare that can make Utah proud. “We have to set up our tents for […]

“Stay warm. Look cool. Give back.”

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October 6, 2013

schedule 3 min read

Are you familiar with TOMS’ One for One Shoes Policy? Their policy states that for every TOMS purchased, they will donate a pair to a child in need.  There are many entrepreneurs who have developed a similar idea, including a local from Orem.  Entrepreneur and student, Bill Rogers, has been looking for a way to […]

Local eating made easy at Provo’s local markets

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October 5, 2013

schedule 3 min read

The Provo Farmers Market cornucopia is flowing full this season with fresh local goods downtown at Pioneer Park. Farmers and gardeners from around the county are bringing in the seasons work to share with the fresh produce seeking consumer. Locals can browse the craft tables while having breakfast from one of the vendors. And of […]

“The Story Stone,” an original wonder

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October 2, 2013

schedule 4 min read

Stepping into the square shaped Noorda Theatre, I didn’t know what to expect from The Story Stone, an original UVU Theater department production. The half-filled seats surrounded the minimalist decorated circular stage, allowing the collective audience a 360-degree perspective of the actors. The first scene presented an atmospheric introduction of tribal chants accompanied by auxiliary […]

The plight of the vegetarian wolverine

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September 28, 2013

schedule 3 min read

God bless Jamba Juice. The employees there have come to know me by name and exactly when I’ll be stopping by for my morning fresh-squeezed juice. I converted to a vegetarian diet over the summer, partly for health reasons and partly due to personal choice. Since returning to campus I often get frustrated as I […]

The scare tactic known as Media Effects

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September 28, 2013

schedule 3 min read

As I’ve been playing the new Grand Theft Auto and working on my review, I’ve had to experience some very violent content. As a person who enjoys playing video games, it’s content that I am relatively used to seeing. Some people would tell you that this has turned me into some kind of monster that […]