“Waltz With Bashir” offers a punch to the gut

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February 16, 2010

schedule 2 min read

“Waltz With Bashir,” screened in LI 120 by UVU’s Cinema Club on Feb. 11, is a harrowing and powerful examination of the human costs of war, shared equally by its victims and survivors. The animated Israeli documentary, which focuses on the memories of men who served in the Lebanon War against the Palestinians, was presented […]

Last Chance to see the Victorian Exhibition at the Springville Museum of Art: The Springville Museum of Art will only be exhibiting the private collection of John H. Schaeffer through Feb. 28

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February 16, 2010

schedule 2 min read

Entering a world of brilliant color, passion and narrative, viewers will be drawn into compelling depictions of love and pathos, from Dante’s tragic observance of lovers Paolo and Francesca in Purgatory, to the complex romantic escapades of Shakespeare’s As You Like It. The exhibition brings visitors on a journey that opens their eyes to masterpieces […]

New releases

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February 16, 2010

schedule 1 min read

CD Releases: Field Music- Album: Field Music (Measure) ——-Released Feb. 16 Lusine- Album: Twilight ——-Released Feb. 16 Errors- Album: Come Down With Me —Released Feb. 15 DVD Releases: Coco Before Chanel ——— Released Feb. 16 Law Abiding Citizen ———-Released Feb. 16 Good Hair —————Released Feb. 16 New in Theaters: Shutter Island———— Feb. 19 The Ghost […]

Let the international student voice be heard

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February 16, 2010

schedule 3 min read

Coming from a very old country that was the first to adopt Christianity as its religion in the fourth century, Luiza Navasardyan is proud to be Armenian and to share her remarkable culture with those unacquainted with it. “We have a very rich history which attracts hundreds of tourists every year to Armenia; we have […]

Visit “The Island of Dr. Moreau”

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February 16, 2010

schedule 2 min read

In the course of human history, scientists, theologians and philosophers have been led to evaluate and question the workings of the natural world around them. Questions denote a lack of understanding, and people tend to fear what they do not understand. Why do animals act the way they do? What of the variations we see […]

Do you hear the ringing of the bells?

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February 16, 2010

schedule 2 min read

The Bells on Temple Square, a hand bell choir comprised of 28 people, is currently taking applications and hosting auditions. The group is specifically searching for individuals capable of playing the larger bells. Many spots are open because a number of those previously involved are leaving the group out of necessity. Candidates must  be active […]

Calendar of Events for the week of Feb. 15-21

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February 16, 2010

schedule 1 min read

Mon Feb. 15: -President’s Day -Kelly Larsen: After Vermont Exhibition (through March 12) Woodbury Museum Admission: Free -Tawni Shuler: Ecotone Exhibition (through March 12) Woodbury Museum Admission: Free -Service in the Zone 11 a.m.- 1:30 p.m. Valentines for the Elderly Tues Feb. 16 -Banff Mountain Film Festival 7-10 p.m. Ragan Theater Admission: $10 Wed Feb. […]

Chaffetz: The Nayonator

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February 16, 2010

schedule 3 min read

When you think about Rep. Jason Chaffetz (R-Utah District 3) what comes to mind? Perhaps his embarrassing outburst toward TSA officials. Maybe it’s his leg wresting match with Steven Colbert on “The Colbert Report.” If these events are all that you know about Chaffetz, you’re not alone. Chaffetz isn’t known for pushing hard to get […]

UVUSA to make big decision on student fee increase

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February 10, 2010

schedule 2 min read

Probably the most important decision that this year’s student council will make is whether or not to commit to funding a new student center As the proposal stands right now, student fees will be increased $45 over the next five years and eventually we will bond with the state for some $40 million dollars for […]

Letter to the editor: In response to Feb. 1 article “Sometimes high school math classes just don’t cut it”

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February 8, 2010

schedule 2 min read

I’m curious as to why the student paper would write a supposed news article about Ology without checking out the facts with the developmental mathematics department or the UVU Tutor Lab. Your writer has basically written an advertising piece without labeling it as such for a private, off-campus, tutor service.  I accept the fact that […]