Fun with “Footloose” at Sundance Amphitheatre

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July 26, 2021

schedule 3 min read

Summertime at the Sundance Mountain Resort is one of its most eventful and picturesque times of the year with beautiful sites, fun activities and fine entertainment. There are full moon lift rides, live music on the lawn, and even paint and pizza nights all throughout May, June and July. Of these, though, it truly is […]

James Clarke named chair of UVU’s Board of Trustees

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July 11, 2021

schedule 2 min read

James Clarke, the namesake of UVU’s Clarke Building and CEO of Clarke Capital Partners, was named chair of Utah Valley University’s Board of Trustees on June 24. Serving on the board along with Clarke will be Jill Taylor as vice chair, and Rick Nielson as second vice chair.  “Chair Clarke brings a wealth of experience […]

A look back at Pride Month at UVU

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July 1, 2021

schedule 2 min read

In memory of the Stonewall Rebellion, Utah Valley University celebrated and recognized LGBTQ Wolverines during Pride Month. Here are some of the events that happened around the campus and community.  The month began with the lighting of the UCCU Center in the colors of the rainbow, alongside the placement of pride flags around campus. The […]

University VP sponsors bill to limit future mask requirements at universities

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June 24, 2021

schedule 2 min read

Kate Hickman contributed to this report. During May’s special session of the Utah Legislature, UVU vice president Val Peterson sponsored a bill that restricts state universities from requiring masks and COVID-19 vaccinations as a prerequisite for attending in-person classes. After passing in the House and Senate, HB 1007 was signed by Gov. Spencer Cox and […]

Class of 2021: UVU’s record for degrees awarded

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May 8, 2021

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by Kate Hickman As this unique and challenging school year comes to a close, UVU celebrates Class of 2021 as begin awarded the greatest number of degrees in the university’s history! Convocation and commencement will take place on May 7, 2021 in a first of its kind “drive-thru” and “drive-in” style ceremony, where graduates will […]

Slate Canyon Earth Day

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May 6, 2021

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By Kate Hickman Since its birth in 1970, Earth Day has been observed globally on April 22 through celebrations, demonstrations and acts of conservation. On Saturday, April 24, “Slate Canyon Earth Day” was held to commemorate the holiday through conservation efforts and educational outreach. This was a multi-faceted event with several different sponsors and volunteer […]

UVU student Spencer Nelson pursues dream to become a rapper

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May 6, 2021

schedule 5 min read

Spencer Nelson, the 21-year-old UVU communication student and proud native of Mapleton is getting excited to inspire fellow dreamers with the release of his debut hip hop mixtape titled “DREAMS,” coming May 14.  Beginning at age 16, Nelson entered and won UVU Club DAF House rap battles and earned co-signs with local artists such as […]

University struggles to meet demand for mental health services

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May 5, 2021

schedule 3 min read

After the past year has left many college students isolated, anxious and sometimes financially unstable, demand for mental health and psychiatric services has skyrocketed. The New York Times reported that mental health professionals across the country have been unable to keep pace with the influx of new patients, even after taking on extra patients and […]

Faculty and students object to commencement speaker choice

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May 4, 2021

schedule 8 min read

This year, UVU chose Dr. Wendy Watson Nelson to give the keynote address at its 80th commencement celebration. This decision caused pain and frustration for many of UVU’s faculty, staff and students. Dr. Nelson and her husband, president of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints Russell M. Nelson, have published and presented views […]