Dear President Tuminez, I’m writing to you as both an LGBTQ UVU student and the mother of an LGBTQ UVU student. I appreciate the challenges you have overcome to gain your position of leadership. As a fellow lover of literature and learning, and as a member of this institution’s intersectional margins, I look to you […]
In honor of Earth Day, President Astrid S. Tuminez announced the steps UVU is taking to work towards a greener campus. Dedicated to conservation and sustainability since her childhood in the Philippines, Tuminez shared UVU’s Vision 2030 plan, highlighting the school’s commitment to amplify sustainable practices. A 10-year plan, Vision 2030 is committed to tackling […]
The UVU Ballroom Dance Company, directed by Chris Witt and Tara Boyd, put on a dazzling virtual spring concert featuring many ballroom dance styles on April 23 and 24. The ballroom company tour team is widely recognized and has competed and won the championship Mirror Ball trophy at the Dancing with the Stars first-ever collegiate […]
By Kate Hickman With summer right around the corner, warm weather is on everyone’s mind. A constructive way to soothe that cabin fever and soak up some vitamin D is by getting your garden started! Planting a garden is a great way to save money, spend time outside, and gain a little food independence. Not […]
The first of a series of related reports produced by Dr. Susan R. Madsen, Dr. Jared Hansen and Dr. Chris Hartwell was released early last week. These reports, which consider the specific implications of the COVID-19 pandemic on women, have significant findings according to experts in the field. “This report is very unique in that […]
Dear Wolverines, When I interviewed for the position of Editor-in-Chief last April, I couldn’t have imagined the type of year we would have. This year has definitely been different from any we faced before, and it brought forth unique challenges with everything being virtual, but I am happy to say we overcame those challenges together. […]
The Senior Dance Capstone put on by the Utah Valley University Dance Department offered seniors a chance to present a synthesized display of everything they have learned in a powerful and moving performance entitled “Boxed In, Boxed out.” The concept behind the performance drew from the negative feelings many have experienced during these times of […]
As the state of Utah rolls back its mask mandate on April 10, UVU Academic Affairs has issued its own statement clarifying the standards on campus. Going forward, UVU will continue to require masks to be worn in all university buildings through the end of its summer semester. Accommodations will still be available for students […]
Co-authored by Ysabel Berger and Kate Hickman With the COVID-19 vaccine now available to all adults in Utah, various UVU student concerns and opinions were collected from an anonymous survey about the vaccine. These opinions and concerns, listed below, are anonymous and address scientific studies. The vaccine was rushed “I will be getting the covid-19 […]
Illustration by Gabriel Toscano As music lovers everywhere have learned this past year, there is no substitute for live performances. This fact became increasingly clear as excitement built up surrounding the annual showcase organized by UVU’s commercial music department. “Mixtape Live” brought together student-led bands to highlight their work in the best way possible given […]