If there’s one struggle universal to college students, it’s cravings. We all have them, but few of us know what those cravings mean. Until recently, I had never been on a diet. Diets were stupid and I didn’t want any part of them. But peer pressure got the best of me, and about six months […]
As classes began for UVU Students this semester, so did the studying. With busy work schedules, meetings, sports or even being a parent, studying is one of those double-edged swords involving a ‘don’t want to do it, but have to do it’ mentality. It’s a problem many UVU students face, given only a few precious […]
The way relationships are these days, it’s difficult to remember when we couldn’t wait to date. Now, we may prefer getting a root canal, minus the nitrous oxide, instead of going about the process for securing a date. The diverse ways to meet people, through endless media outlets, has made finding a good match nearly […]
Illustration by: Ashley Fairbourne You may have noticed a popular theme these days trending on social media or the newspaper—people are avoiding or refusing personal accountability for their actions. To avoid falling into a similar trap, it’s crucial to take personal accountability. Most of us learned at an early age about the consequences that […]
Update: Megan Moffitt, a freshman in nursing, had the time of her life when she had the opportunity to go on the CBS show The Price is Right. On the fourth round, the contestants had to guess what the retail market value for a Flexsteel leather chair and ottoman. Moffitt won the round and with […]
Photo credit: Brooke Morrill Roommates, one minute they can be adored, the next, they deserve a swift kick to the curb. Even if someone is happy about college life, any type of tension or disharmony with roommates can sour that enthusiasm. People with diverse personalities and backgrounds, living under the same roof, are bound […]
While I wouldn’t consider my previous relationship to be abusive, now that I am out of it I can see that there were signs that it could have become one. Luckily for me, I had good friends that helped me see past the red flags and the excuses that I made for them, though it […]
Summertime is prime for a couple things: vacations, when you can afford them, and working full-time to make as much money as possible. The dilemma is maintaining that bikini body while in an office from 9-5. While full-time work is common and often necessary for students during the summer, it can lead to bad eating […]
For many students this summer, they will be hitting the open road for adventures, making memories, and discovering who they are. Living in Utah, we have a geographic advantage to drive to desired vacation spots in under a day. Many people like to road trip to Idaho, Montana and various parts around Utah. But living […]
The Fourth of July is a high-point of summer and there’s no better time to be on top of the season’s fashion game. Don’t look drab on this day of festivities. It might seem simple, but taking the time to look nice is a great way to show off your pride and patriotism. As […]