Cultivate your talent through UVU arts

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August 14, 2018

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[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] UVU art students are given opportunities to further their education and gain valuable experience in whichever way they choose to express themselves. In both performing and visual arts, UVU supports their art departments with classes and showcase opportunities where they can share the love of what they do with an audience. Whether […]

3 exciting activities UVU freshmen need to try

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August 8, 2018

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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15.8958px|0px|0|0px|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.10″ custom_margin=”-36px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”] photo by Johnny Morris [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.74″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Freshmen at UVU might not know about different activities available that offer a great break from the stress of classes. Here are three fun ways to pass the time during your first […]

UVU partner, Sundance Summer Theatre, showcases outdoor production of Oklahoma!

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August 7, 2018

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Sundance Summer Theatre is currently showcasing Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!”, a musical production full of stunning costume designs and choreography set against the pine trees surrounding the Sundance Mountain Resort. The outdoor theatre, after being closed for several years, made its return in 2008 after resort founder, Robert Redford, wanted to re-emphasize live performance amongst […]

Woodbury Art exhibit explores the influence of mythology in comics

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August 7, 2018

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UVU’s Woodbury Art Museum is currently hosting “Heroes and Villians: How Mythology Made Comics”. The exhibition started on the 28 of July and will be hosted at the Woodbury until the 15 of September. The purpose of this exhibit is to recognize the influence Greek Mythology has on character types, displaying the artists’ favorite heroes […]

The Backseat Lovers take Velour Battle of the Bands by storm

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August 1, 2018

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The Backseat Lovers are a rising band based out of Heber City – and one to definitely keep your eyes on. Within two months, they have already made impressive achievements. The band members have released “Elevator Days”, their indie rock EP twinged with the right mix of folk. This June, they won the Velour’s Battle […]

Aspiring dancers learn from pros at Youth Ballroom Summer Workshop

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July 27, 2018

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UVU held their second Youth Ballroom Summer Workshop featuring internationally known professionals July 11-13. The summer workshop is a lively event aiming to help young students improve their technique, and more importantly provide to a fun experience for all. Chris Williams, the tour team coach at UVU emphasized that “they [the students] really just cheer […]

Advice for college seniors

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July 26, 2018

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As you are approaching the end of your college career, you may be dealing with a range of emotions. Perhaps you are feeling joy and relief that you are finally a senior close to graduation. On the other hand, you might be experiencing stress over the idea of no longer being in school. Maybe even […]

UVU Art Events for Fall 2018

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July 26, 2018

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American West Piano Competition This two-day event will feature pianists of all ages performing solos of their choice. It will be held Aug 13. at 5:00 p.m. in GT 507 and Aug 14. at 6:00 p.m. in the UVU Science Building Auditorium. Prizes will be offered to the winners of the different divisions. Two grand […]

Advice for college seniors

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July 26, 2018

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As you are approaching the end of your college career, you may be dealing with a range of emotions. Perhaps you are feeling joy and relief that you are finally a senior close to graduation. On the other hand, you might be experiencing stress over the idea of no longer being in school. Maybe even […]

Published author encourages others to pursue writing

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July 25, 2018

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Utah native Scarlette Pike reflects on writing her first novel and encourages others to pursue authorship. Becoming a published author had not initially been Pike’s goal. “I went from working 60 hours a week managing Marriott hotels to nothing. I thought I was pregnant and none of the hotels would hire me. The week after […]