Gender and the Civil War

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September 20, 2010

schedule 3 min read

A short time after the South seceded from the union, 150 years ago this year, a war which caused brother to turn against brother broke out. Scholars have referred to the Civil War as a “brother’s war.” However, Dr. Nina Silber of Boston University, believes it was as much a woman’s war as it was […]

Nowhere to go but up

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September 13, 2010

schedule 3 min read

It’s hard to imagine UVU volleyball with out Kayli (formerly Broadbent) Doxey, but thanks to early events in her teenage years, the 6’0” All-star outside hitter is finishing out her volleyball college career here. Doxey’s volleyball career began in eighth grade thanks to a friend. “I was forced to try out by a friend,”  Doxey […]

City weekly beer fest: about damn time

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September 13, 2010

schedule 2 min read

While Utah is more famously known as the home of Mormonism, the Sundance Film Festival and Arches National Park, unbeknownst to most outsiders and an appalling number of the state’s residents, Our Lovely Deseret is also the spawning ground of some very delectable brews. And while many a private soiree has been held in flimsy […]

Construction continues and students adjust

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September 13, 2010

schedule 3 min read

For many students, the bottlenecked PE hallway has changed their route or even the location of their classes. So what do students think about it and what does the school have to say? The hallway will open up into the foyer of the science building. The hallway, however, will be closed until the science building […]

Being a freshman: Swimming with sharks

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September 13, 2010

schedule 2 min read

It’s a big blue ocean out there. Only the fastest swimmers will survive. If incoming freshman aren’t careful, the sharks of college life can overtake them. Kohl Callister wants to be one of the survivors, but there are a few things he’s had to learn so far: 1. Don’t move to a new town only […]

A burger of our own

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September 13, 2010

schedule 4 min read

At the end of this week, anyone will be able to order Wendy’s sandwiches with a special secret recipe created by UVU students for UVU students. This recipe, officially named  “Wolverine Style,” will be available to add to any single, double or triple burger, or any of the three chicken sandwiches available, including home style, […]

Nicole Archibald Spencer scores on field, in classroom

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September 7, 2010

schedule 3 min read

If sports are indeed 75 percent mental (as coaches often stress), then Nicole Archibald Spencer is 75 percent perfect. The senior soccer forward/midfielder puts in the work both on the field and in the classroom, earning excellent marks from coaches and professors alike. “I heard from somewhere or someone a theory that if you excel […]

Student life and wellness center

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September 7, 2010

schedule 4 min read

As Friday night comes around, students quickly gather their books and belongings after classes and head away from school to participate in various evening diversions. If plans for the new Student Life and Wellness Center continue to proceed smoothly, the new structure will offer students a place to spend not only Friday evenings, but a […]

Turning heartbreak into social change

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September 7, 2010

schedule 2 min read

Documentary explores rights battle for gay and lesbian families Cinema Libre Studio’s new documentary, For My Wife, is about the creation of a marriage equality activist.  The film tells a poignant story that is unfortunately hindered by the approach of the filmmakers. The story follows Charlene Strong, who lost her wife Kate Fleming in December […]

A circus life

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September 7, 2010

schedule 7 min read

Mimicking the whole of America, our campus is a microcosm of the proverbial melting pot. Every day we are surrounded by various forms of diversity, yet rarely do we have time to notice and fully appreciate these differences. We at UVU Review have decided to interview and get to know some fascinating students with unique […]