Depression and Anxiety were reported by students to be among the top impediments to academic performance according to an American College Health Association report released in 2011. On top of struggles with mental health, college-aged students are at high-risk to face a traumatic event during their time as a student. Students who have joined the military […]
As 2014 comes to an end, another year begins, bringing new classes, new people, and, for many of us, new employment opportunities. If you’ve found your dream job and your goal is to get hired, then check out these five tips to help you accomplish this New Year’s resolution. First of all, just like any other […]
Illustration by: Ashley Fairbourne It is no secret that there are many types of protection available to sexually active people to prevent the spread of communicable diseases. But what many don’t take into account before climbing into bed with someone is that there are other risks involved that are far more difficult to avoid. A […]
The common notion that we must be completely personally put together and happy with ourselves before we can be happy with someone else in a relationship misses the mark. Even the overly pinned, posted and tweeted old adage “Happiness is a journey, not a destination” can debunk notions about prerequisite personal happiness is required before entering into a relationship. Don’t […]
We look at the pros and cons of some of UVU’s most popular majors to help the undeclared find their footing. Accounting Personality Traits: strong quantitative skills, math, stats, ability spreadsheets, good reasoning ability, not always a cut and dried answer. Expected Salary: $45,300-74,900 Pros: Every organization needs an account, good job market. Accounting […]
Photo credit: Brooke Morrill “Please pass the salt” is not code for “please pass the pepper”. But sometimes it seems to be taken as such. No, I’m not really referring to condiments; I’m referring to how well we take breakups. For example, when someone says they want it to be over, it means it is […]
Photo credit: Matt Bowen As we’ve made it a month into 2015, it’s easy to become discouraged with some of our resolutions. A common one is increased gym time, but don’t fret, we have the perfect solution for your fitness routine. A large contributing factor to not being able to maintain or keep up on […]
Illustration by: Ashley Fairbourne Sometimes a fear comes creeping into my mind that we are still stuck in the 19th century. At one point people need to just wake up and realize that it is 2015 and change isn’t going to kill us, in fact it could save many lives. The last time sex education […]
Photo credit: Amanda Hollman The fine acoustics of the Ragan Theater were filled with the harmonious sound of UVU’s a capella group, VoiceLine, on Thursday evening with the largest audience that the group has ever had. The nine young men were sharply dressed with green ties, tan suit coats, suspenders, and topped off with […]
Photo credit: Brooke Morrill If you have ever rummaged through your closet for more than an hour trying to piece together your outfit for a first date—welcome to the club. This can be a daunting process. What you choose to wear on your first date plays a big part in whether or not you’ll get […]