‘Honk!’ brings anti-bullying message to young students

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April 9, 2012

schedule 3 min read

Based on the story of the Ugly Duckling, ‘Honk!’ focuses on bullying and teasing.   Elementary and middle school students throughout Utah County are benefiting from morals taught in UVU’s production of the children’s musical, “Honk!” The show will be performed by the Black Box Repertory Company and tells the story of the “Ugly Duckling” […]

Elders will ‘Quest’ for scholarships at seminar

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April 9, 2012

schedule 2 min read

The day a 101-year-old member of Elder Quest ceased participation in the group’s activities was the day she died.   A little-known “lifelong learning” organization for senior students over 55, Elder Quest has been supporting UVU since 1992 as an integral part of UVU’s Community and Continuing Education Department. Not only has the self-sustaining organization […]

Student nominees’ night to shine

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April 9, 2012

schedule 3 min read

Co-hosts lend novel perspective to 17-year-old event.   Seeing how the Wolverine Achievement Awards program hasn’t changed much from the previous 17 years, emcees Dr. Bob Rasmussen and Phil Clegg took the evening’s entertainment upon themselves.   Following an extended absence from the Ragan Theatre stage, Clegg, the assistant dean of students, acquiesced to Rasmussen’s […]

In search of more green men

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April 7, 2012

schedule 4 min read

The rhythmic pulse of booming bass drums drove the abrasive cadence of snare drums late into the evening in the Gunther Technology’s Music Department.   With another school year coming to an end, the progressively prominent and exclusive entertainment-centered drumline known as the Green Man Group inspected a group of about 15 applicants Friday night, […]

Skate for Jeromiah

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April 2, 2012

schedule 3 min read

Jeromiah Drennen is no regular 14-year-old kid. Drennen received the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce “Great Kid Award” for his outstanding academic abilities and personal integrity in 2011.   Jeromiah moved with his family to Provo, Utah, in 2006. He likes science and tested in the top 10 percent nationally in 2008. He is also […]

Male students compete for Mr. UVU title

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April 2, 2012

schedule 2 min read

Traditional pageant season has ended, which means it’s the perfect time for outstanding UVU men to break out of the woodwork.   Outstandingly brave men, that is. Mr. UVU 2012: “I’m Sexy and I Know It,” is set for Friday, April 6 at 7 p.m. in the Ragan Theatre. Although the pageant will feature the […]

Student volunteers time to improve hometown

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April 2, 2012

schedule 2 min read

Scott Twitchell has found a way to give back to his community using the skills he is learning here on campus.   Last year, Scott Twitchell ran for city council of American Fork. Though he made it to the primaries, he wasn’t elected. However, this didn’t stop him from continuing to serve his community.   […]

‘How to’ succeeds

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April 2, 2012

schedule 3 min read

The theater department’s latest production “How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying” delights audiences with wit, satire and just enough innuendo.   The business world can be a rough place for young hopefuls wanting to move up. But the theater department’s latest production shows you can get ahead without really trying.   The musical […]

Breaking the silence

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April 2, 2012

schedule 2 min read

Without the general population’s notice, every two minutes a sexual assault occurs here in the U.S.   With silence, the problem only grows. Only 40 percent of sexual assaults or rapes are reported and only six percent of rapists ever serve a single day in jail.   To create awareness of violent and sexual crimes, […]

Red Bull teams with UVU for high altitude fun

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March 31, 2012

schedule 3 min read

Provo Municipal Airport hosted Red Bull’s Paper Wings competition Friday and allowed students to test their mettle with the art of making and flying paper airplanes in UVU’s private hanger.   “Red Bull is like obsessed with flying and aviation,” said Aaron Eddy, Red Bull coordinator when asked about the purpose for the competition.   […]