Planned Parenthood crash course

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March 9, 2015

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Illustration by: Ashley Fairbourne   “I have chlamydia.” As I heard the words on the other end of the phone line my mind wandered and I realized I hadn’t said anything for a few seconds. “Hello?” “Yeah, I’m here. Yeah, I’m just taking this in. Who did you get this from? Why are you even telling me? […]

Japanese festival: a celebration for the senses

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March 9, 2015

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Photo credit: Holly Khaliun Amarjargal   The sixth annual Japanese festival was an exciting window into the vibrant culture of Japan was a celebration for the senses. Whether it be young Maiko gliding about the room in their colorful kimonos or the continuance of traditional Japanese folk music filling the air the room welcomed it […]

Wedding planning checklist

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March 6, 2015

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You’re engaged, but there’s a lot to do before happily ever after. Knowing where to start planning your wedding can be tricky. Here’s a list of the top priorities that will get your wedding on track. The first step, pick a date. You simply cannot get far into planning without a date. Do what works best for […]

Breaking up

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March 6, 2015

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Photo Illustration: Valerie Cheatham, Photo Editor, @valeriecheatham   Stuffing your face, dancing in your underwear and meaningless sex are a few ways to deal with breaking up. There are healthier ways to deal, but in the end we just want to feel better. Not all romances end up with a happily ever after. More often than […]

Phone interviews: not for the unprepared

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March 5, 2015

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Photo credit: Gabi Campbell, Photo Editor, @gabicampbellphotos   A phone interview can be a stressful experience for job and internship seekers, but it’s important to be prepared so that employers are persuaded to schedule a second, in-person interview. Phone interviews are similar to traditional interviews but the goal is different. Tyler Nelson, Employer Relations Manager at UVU, said, […]

Beauty benefits

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March 5, 2015

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Photo credit: Gabi Campbell, Photo Editor, @gabicampbellphotos   The coconut oil fad has swept the nation, and you can hardly scroll through your Pinterest feed without coming across a brand new use for the “miracle oil.” Although a lot of people tend to shy away from fad products, the oil has a few benefits that are […]

Horoscopes: March

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March 4, 2015

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Pisces (Feb 19 – March 20) It’s no secret that you are prone to spring fever. Your goals are within your reach; just stay focused as the days warm up. You’ll have your time to cut loose and have fun, but for now the library is your best friend. Aries (March 21 – April 19) […]

Get back on track with your New Year’s goals

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March 4, 2015

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Photo Illustration: Valerie Cheatham, Photo Editor, @valeriecheatham   You were just putting a list of New Year’s resolutions together. One month down and chances are those resolutions have already been broken. It’s not too late to pick them back up. You can take steps to help you successfully reach your goals. It’s important that you […]

Of models and murderers

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March 2, 2015

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Illustration by: Ashley Fairbourne   It’s possible that I’m the only person who feels like models are one of the most difficult and frustrating types of human beings in the world, but something tells me I’m not alone. One of the biggest turn-offs for me is when a guy tells me that he is a […]

The great dress debate

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February 27, 2015

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Thursday, Feb. 26, a Tumblr post about a dress went crazy viral with one question: is it blue with black lace or white with gold lace? The post flooded social media platforms, sparking debates  with strong opinions between those who saw blue/black and those who saw white/gold. Even celebrities joined in on the quest for […]