The logic of gender by Kelli D. Potter

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March 15, 2022

schedule 3 min read

As a part of the Roots of Knowledge Speaker Series, Kelli D. Potter spoke on the logic of gender and how different frameworks of thinking have influenced the way humans perceive gender   Potter is an associate professor of Philosophy and member of the Religious Study Board at UVU. She has several published articles on philosophy […]

The Risks and Rewards of Plastics

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February 19, 2022

schedule 3 min read

As a part of The Roots of Knowledge speaker series, Dr. Sally Rocks, a chemistry professor, presented on the use of plastics in modern-day civilization, and their impact on the world today and in the future. The Roots of Knowledge stained glass art panorama in the Fulton Library tells the story of events that have […]

Jenna Nigro: ‘Woman is born free’

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February 17, 2022

schedule 2 min read

The Roots of Knowledge speaker series introduced Jenna Nigro, professor and historian of modern France and Senegal, who presented her research on women in the French Revolution.  This semester’s theme for the series is the importance of women in education. All presenters are women educators; check out their website to watch the full video. Nigro […]

Grande Ballroom becomes focal point for Club Rush

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February 14, 2022

schedule 2 min read

Students and faculty alike gathered in the Grande Ballroom for the Inter-Club Council’s biannual Club Rush. Students had the opportunity to meet and sign up for various student-run clubs during the event hosted Feb. 9-10. The scope of these clubs and their objectives were diverse and far-reaching, allowing students of every walk of life to […]

Give Kids a Smile

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February 10, 2022

schedule 3 min read

Give Kids a Smile is a program from the American Dental Association, one of the leading advocates for oral health. It was launched in 2003, providing children with free oral health care. The program’s mission is to ensure access to quality oral healthcare for children nationwide. UVU students have the opportunity to work with them, […]

Rally at State Capitol for Utah Lake

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February 8, 2022

schedule 4 min read

Conserve Utah Valley held a rally on Feb. 7 at the Utah State Capitol for locals to express their concerns about new legislation affecting Utah Lake. According to organizers, around 560 people were in attendance.  The rally was intended to educate residents about the events surrounding Utah Lake and inspire them to contact their representatives […]

Black Student Union at UVU

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February 4, 2022

schedule 2 min read

The Black Student Union at Utah Valley University is an official group on campus that cultivates a community for students that identify as Black. BSU holds discussions concerning topics that include race, advancement of Black people, and promotes validation of Black students on campus. This group is intended to be a safe space for open […]

Allyship for women in the arts

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February 2, 2022

schedule 3 min read

Utah Valley University held a ‘Dialogue on Inclusion’ prepared by the inclusion committee within the School of Arts, with speaker Briettny Curtner of UVU Student Affairs. The event was hosted by the Women’s Success Center, and guided participants in a discussion titled “Allyship: Women in the Arts.”  The intention of this F.O.I. was to educate […]