LDS Institute beat

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November 21, 2011

schedule 1 min read

Hello from the Institute!   Here are some upcoming events happening at the institute. These events are open to everyone.   On Sunday, Nov. 20 the Institute will be hosting a combined Thanksgiving concert at 7:00 p.m. in the Alpine Tabernacle. Directions are available online.   On Friday, Dec. 2 there will be a tailgate […]

Will The Mentors school Hot Damn in dodge ball final?

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November 17, 2011

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The third annual MAWL-sponsored dodge ball tournament commenced at 10 a.m. Thursday, Nov. 17 in the Grand Ballroom with nine teams of six battling for the win. Brothership, Team Handsome, The Pound Town Experience, The Gentlemen, Ocean’s D, Class 10,000 and Yip K dodged, ducked, dipped and dove, but only The Mentors and Hot Damn […]

Percussion Ensemble to set new rhythms Monday

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November 16, 2011

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From Charlie’s Angels with electric percussion to Brazilian myths accompanied by contemporary dancers and dynamic beats, variety at the UVU Percussion Ensemble concert won’t be lacking.   The concert will be held on Monday, November 21 at 7:30 PM in the Ragan Theater. Directed by Dr. Doug Smith, the Percussion Ensemble will be accompanied by […]

Living traditions celebrated at Native American Powwow

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November 15, 2011

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On Friday Nov.11, there was a momentous gathering of Native Americans. From very young children to the respected elders, people from many different tribes came together to keep an important aspect of their heritage alive.   The grand finale of UVU’s Global Engagement week was the 8th Annual Native American Powwow, sponsored by the Native […]

Have lunch from around the world without stepping off campus

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November 14, 2011

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International Food Extravaganza By Kelly Cannon Life Editor   It was an extravaganza of the senses, combining the sights, smells, sounds and tastes from around the world. As part of the Global Engagement Week, the International Student Council and the UVU International Center hosted the International Food Extravaganza on Thursday, Nov. 10 in Centre Stage. […]

International Festival showcases students far from home

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November 14, 2011

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  The wide line of students, chatting excitedly while they waited for free food from Tucanos Brazilian Grill, snaked through the dense vines and various tropical plants decorating the foyer of the Grande Ballroom. Volunteers with foot-tall parrots were sharing their colorful pets with patrons of all ages while music from the far corners of […]

Yes, UVU has a campus in Heber

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November 14, 2011

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The distant drone of passing vehicles on Highway 189 was the only sound as the sun set, casting long shadows across Heber Valley onto UVU’s Wasatch Campus.   Nestled in the Wasatch Mountains just outside Heber, the Wasatch Campus offers a family oriented learning environment with a small-town feel to almost 500 students.   During […]

Homecoming tailgate party

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November 14, 2011

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The wolverine is the largest land-dwelling member of the weasel family, known for its ferocity as a hunter and fighter. Wolverines have actually been known to take down prey many times their size. With homecoming just around the corner, students can showcase another type of wolverine, fierce and daring with school spirit.   On Saturday, […]

Homecoming Events: Part I

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November 14, 2011

schedule 3 min read

Despite the fact that UVU is associated with the color green, it’s not uncommon to see blue or red shirts around campus.   But with the newer university status, students are slowly painting their hearts green. And to help raise school spirit and create a deeper connection to this Wolverine institution, UVUSA will help by […]

Homecoming Events: Part II

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November 14, 2011

schedule 4 min read

The UVU Student Association will host a series of events that will try to help out students by giving them free things, showing a movie to get them excited about the snow season, an event to show off the dancing talent of students at UVU and a chance for any parents involved at UVU to […]