According to Poly Strong founder Frank Tusieseina, one goal of the Poly Strong Leadership Summit and Summer Charity Games is to challenge the paradigm that Pacific Islanders will only succeed as football players. Non-profit organization Poly Strong and Multicultural Student Services teamed up to bring this first-ever summit to UVU for the benefit of the […]
The Rise, a new venue in Orem, recently launched its release party showcasing diversity in talented local artists on Aug. 4. The grand opening, which lasted from seven p.m. to midnight last Saturday, included eclectic musical performances from bands and artists in varying genres. Although rain pounded on the streets outside, the booming bass lines […]
Free popcorn in hand, UVU students came to the Ragan Theater for the showing of the new comedy, “I Feel Pretty” on Aug. 9. It was part of the ongoing Summer Movie Series held by the UVUSA, which will be going on till Aug. 30. Movies are typically shown at the Fountain Courtyard at 9 […]
[et_pb_section bb_built=”1″][et_pb_row][et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text] UVU art students are given opportunities to further their education and gain valuable experience in whichever way they choose to express themselves. In both performing and visual arts, UVU supports their art departments with classes and showcase opportunities where they can share the love of what they do with an audience. Whether […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″][et_pb_row _builder_version=”3.0.48″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_padding=”15.8958px|0px|0|0px|false|false”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”3.0.47″ parallax=”off” parallax_method=”on”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.10″ custom_margin=”-36px|||” custom_margin_last_edited=”on|phone”] photo by Johnny Morris [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”3.0.74″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat”]Freshmen at UVU might not know about different activities available that offer a great break from the stress of classes. Here are three fun ways to pass the time during your first […]
Sundance Summer Theatre is currently showcasing Rodger’s and Hammerstein’s “Oklahoma!”, a musical production full of stunning costume designs and choreography set against the pine trees surrounding the Sundance Mountain Resort. The outdoor theatre, after being closed for several years, made its return in 2008 after resort founder, Robert Redford, wanted to re-emphasize live performance amongst […]
UVU’s Woodbury Art Museum is currently hosting “Heroes and Villians: How Mythology Made Comics”. The exhibition started on the 28 of July and will be hosted at the Woodbury until the 15 of September. The purpose of this exhibit is to recognize the influence Greek Mythology has on character types, displaying the artists’ favorite heroes […]
The Backseat Lovers are a rising band based out of Heber City – and one to definitely keep your eyes on. Within two months, they have already made impressive achievements. The band members have released “Elevator Days”, their indie rock EP twinged with the right mix of folk. This June, they won the Velour’s Battle […]
UVU held their second Youth Ballroom Summer Workshop featuring internationally known professionals July 11-13. The summer workshop is a lively event aiming to help young students improve their technique, and more importantly provide to a fun experience for all. Chris Williams, the tour team coach at UVU emphasized that “they [the students] really just cheer […]
As you are approaching the end of your college career, you may be dealing with a range of emotions. Perhaps you are feeling joy and relief that you are finally a senior close to graduation. On the other hand, you might be experiencing stress over the idea of no longer being in school. Maybe even […]