Akwasi Frimpong knows about struggles

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November 1, 2010

schedule 6 min read

He knows about feeling frustrated and defeated. If you had experienced half of what he has, you would too. He also knows the sweet taste of victory. He knows how it feels to get what you deserve, and just how amazing it feels when hard work prevails. He knows this because he’s lived it all. […]

Aviation instructor beats the odds

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November 1, 2010

schedule 3 min read

For the first time in 13 years, a woman has won the University Aviation Association’s prestigious William A. Wheatley Award. Dr. Mavis Green of the Aviation Science department, became only the fourth woman in 55 years to win the award. Green won the award at the UAA Fall Education Conference Awards Banquet Oct. 7. The […]

Late bloomer Robison dominates middle for Wolverines

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November 1, 2010

schedule 4 min read

Most athletes pick up a ball, swing a bat or begin kicking around the ball at a very young age, but it’s just the opposite for Dani Robison. Volleyball didn’t enter Robison’s life until high school. As a freshman at Orem high, Robison was a dancer and had played just about every other sport besides […]

Caught in the B.o.B and Derulo wave

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October 25, 2010

schedule 3 min read

It was hip-hop night at the UCCU Event Center Tuesday, Oct. 12, with big names Jason Derulo and B.o.B in concert. They were also joined by Iyaz, and featured Auburn and Playboy Tre. The concert began with feature singer Playboy Tre. Though he hadn’t been announced, and most of the audience was left wondering who […]

Trap-neuter-release program

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October 25, 2010

schedule 3 min read

Thanks to initiatives taken by the Animal Allies Club, a trap-neuter-release program for feral cats on campus has been given a trial period. “We are very excited for the opportunity to help the feral cats on campus,” said Breana Reichert, president of the Animal Allies Club. “Hopefully it will be a mutually beneficial endeavor, both […]

Ethics on the ballot: Do our reps really need a babysitter?

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October 25, 2010

schedule 3 min read

Most Utahans can believe in the uprightness of governmental candidates and representatives. But many a realistic, or possibly pessimistic, person believes that our representation cannot be trusted once money is involved. Upset that political processes have turned otherwise decent men and women into money-hungry, corrupt politicians, Utahans can vote to allow legislature to create an […]

Liquor litter: Drinking in campus lots endangers everyone

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October 25, 2010

schedule 3 min read

Policy: To the extent not regulated by the Drug-free Workplace policy, alcoholic beverages, unlawful drugs, or other illegal substances shall not be consumed, used, carried, or sold on any property or in any building owned, leased, or rented by Utah Valley University, or at any activity sponsored by the institution. From UVU Policy and Procedures […]

Best of both worlds basketball looks to blend old and new

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October 25, 2010

schedule 3 min read

If Wolverines fans are hoping to feel a little more confident about this season, they should take a look around. Head Coach Dick Hunsaker is probably in the same boat. Wolverine basketball returns after an injury-riddled season in which not a single player started every game he played. Hunsaker openly expressed his frustration over the […]