Fall Entertainment Guide

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September 15, 2015

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Fall Entertainment Guide Madi Davis Staff Writer @madichris_ Additional reporting by Lee Thomas Photo Courtesy of Murray Close   Now that school has begun, students need a good amount of media to keep them looking forward to their lives. Fortunately, the beautiful fall season includes an array of TV shows, movies and music that will […]

Netflix and Chill: Indie mainstay Mark Duplass is troubled and troubling in Creep

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September 15, 2015

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Ben Roden Staff Writer @SpansonCrackle   Director Patrick Brice’s new shoestring thriller doesn’t reinvent the found-footage genre, but punches above its weight, thanks to a captivating and deeply troubling performance from co-writer Mark Duplass.   Creep has taken a meandering path to general release following its premiere at SXSW in March of 2014; luckily, Brice […]

CupBop brings Korean BBQ to campus

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September 14, 2015

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Lee Thomas Lifestyle Editor Photo by Julie Ostler   Utah’s best Korean BBQ in a fast and easy cup has finally come to UVU. Having built a strong reputation with food trucks along the Wasatch front, CupBop brings their version of a unique food experience to the campus food court.   CupBop has distinguished itself […]

Helpful apps for students

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September 14, 2015

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Missy Jensen Staff Writer   Trying to stay organized in college is difficult—the constant to-do lists, note taking, and event going can get pretty hectic. Luckily, technology has made it easy for students to stay organized. Provided are just a few examples of organizational apps that help students stay organized.   Swoodle— Group work is […]

Quality Tacos in Utah County

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September 1, 2015

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180 Tacos and Oteo Yvonne Wu & Marina Lukowski | Staff Writers Photo Illustration by Olivia McLaughlin   Tacos are a popular food for people living in Utah Valley. It comes as no surprise that such good establishments have arisen like 180 Tacos and Oteo. Although both offer a different experience and ambiance, they share […]

Film Analysis and Why It’s Important

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September 1, 2015

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Lee Thomas | Lifestyle Editor   While plenty of people enjoy the experience of watching movies as an escapist respite, countless observations can be made about life, art, and humanity through the medium of film.   Although sometimes earning a reputation as being meaningless due to the overabundance of Michael Bay films and teen comedies; at […]

How UVU Students Get Their Groove Back

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August 24, 2015

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Lee Thomas | Lifestyle Editor   The first week of school can be rough for new and returning students transitioning back into school mode from summer vacation. Whether just beginning as a freshman, or on the last semester as a senior, these fun back to school events can help get heads back in the game. […]

Jeri Allphin and the Alumni Association

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August 24, 2015

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Photo Courtesy of UVU Marketing Lee Thomas | Lifestyle Editor   Jeri Allphin is helping to keep UVU Alumni connected to the school long after their graduation date. She finds ways to make donations go further and to keep UVU culture rich and engaging for those who have shaped the university into what it is […]

Chef Troy Wilson & UVU’s Restaurant Forte

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August 19, 2015

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Photo by Carrie Laudie Lee Thomas Lifestyle Editor   Chef Troy Wilson, a third generation chef, has been a Culinary Instructor at UVU for 15 years this August. He has been running the seemingly under-publicized, but always packed, UVU Restaurant Forte (previously known as Greg’s) with a team of students ever since.   Born and […]

A Brief History of Diet Trends

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August 19, 2015

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A Brief History of Diet Trends Exploring the Problems with our Modern Food Culture Lee Thomas Lifestyle Editor   Because there are thousands of theories on what constitutes a balanced diet, it can be hard to decide which outlook to subscribe to. A basic knowledge of modern food trends helps aid in the decision-making process. […]