Banff Film Festival sells out for 17th year

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February 22, 2017

schedule 3 min read

The Outdoor Adventure Center (OAC) hosted the sold-out Banff Mountain Film Festival for the 17th year on Feb. 14 -15 in the Raegan Theater. “There is a huge mountain community [in Utah] and everyone seems to come together for those two nights,” said Kim Reynolds, OAC program coordinator. “The films are not full of high […]

Torture causes irreversible damage says panel

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February 21, 2017

schedule 3 min read

Photos by Mykah Heaton Anything that causes psychological damage is torture, according to Michael Goode, assistant professor of the department of history and political science. Four UVU professors presented differing opinions on detention and torture during an hour-long panel discussion Feb. 14 at Centre Stage. Jenna Nigro, history professor, asked the panel if there was […]

Coaching change headlines offseason for UVU soccer teams

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February 21, 2017

schedule 3 min read

Photo courtesy of UVU Athletics With the 2016 season months in the rearview mirror for the men’s and women’s UVU soccer teams, the offseason is in full swing. As is always the case, the offseason brings change, the biggest of this year’s being a head coaching switch. Brent Anderson stepped down as head coach of […]

Jesse Ruins Utah’s Air

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February 20, 2017

schedule 3 min read

Utah is home to some of the most beautiful scenery, from tall mountains, to gorgeous hikes and lakes. The one thing, however, that Utah takes negative heat for is its poor air quality. The metro areas of Salt Lake City, Provo, Orem and Logan are registered as the sixth and seventh most unhealthy cities to […]

A decade of grit: How Greg Williams built UVU wrestling

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February 6, 2017

schedule 7 min read

Photos by Brigham Berthold OREM—The UVU wrestling room is a well-hidden but distinct location on campus. Forest green and canary yellow mats cover the wide floor beneath a low ceiling. Infrequently spaced windows and dark walls punctuate a feeling of closeness as the scent of years of sweat and effort fill your nose. Wrestlers practice […]

Safe Zone, the First Amendment, and going to college

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January 31, 2017

schedule 4 min read

According to the Safe Zone Project, the definition of a safe zone is: “a term used to refer to LGBTQIA awareness workshops…Displaying “Safe Zone” stickers can help an organization communicate to others a commitment to creating LGBTQ-inclusive environments.” In order for it to be a safe zone, according to the Safe Zone Project, that person […]

Men’s basketball drops close game late

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January 28, 2017

schedule 3 min read

Photo by Mykah Heaton OREM—The UVU men’s basketball team lost a nail biter to New Mexico State University 74-69 Saturday night in the UCCU Events Center. The Wolverines led for nearly three quarters of the game but went cold in the crunch time minutes. NMSU’s Eli Chuha had an outstanding game, scoring 19 points on […]

Growing parking & traffic problems

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January 26, 2017

schedule 3 min read

Parking enforcement blocked entrance to the parking garage, permitting traffic to only those exiting the structure Jan. 12 at 11 a.m. With 456 stalls, the five-story parking structure, located east of the SLWC, is a popular option for both UVU students and visitors. Campus is always busy early in the spring semester, but inclement weather […]

Air Force ROTC prepared to move headquarters away from BYU

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January 26, 2017

schedule 4 min read

All signs point to UVU © According to Air Force Col. Timothy Hogan, current Commander of BYU’s Air Force ROTC, the secretary of defense is reviewing policy on universities that have preconditions for employment, such as BYU’s Honor Code. A high-level source within the department of defense confirmed the information. BYU has been the home […]