Understanding perfectionism: It’s not unique to Mormon culture 

December 4, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes Perfectionistic ideals within the Mormon culture come from misunderstandings of church doctrine, according to both Kris Doty, a former professor of social work at UVU, and Matthew Draper, psychologist and professor of behavioral science. It’s not necessarily that the doctrine is wrong, it’s just that a person’s interpretation of the doctrine is inaccurate. Deter F. […]

Perfectionism in Mormon Culture: How community members suffer from judgement and simple misunderstandings

November 15, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes How community members are suffering from judgment and simple misunderstandings. Recent studies show perfectionism within the Mormon culture is having a negative effect on community members because of the high, sometimes unrealistic standard of perfection that members hold themselves and others too. Both Kris Doty, former professor of social work at UVU, and Matthew Draper, […]

Chamber Choir gives stunning performance before heading to NCCO competition

November 6, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes The beautiful, eloquent, passionate and uniformed voices of the Chamber Choir echoed throughout the Orem Public Library Friday, Oct. 27, during their performance titled A Breath and A Whisper. The theme of the performance was about exploring two breathless realms before and after mortality: pre-mortal and post-mortal life. This theme was portrayed in the songs […]

Brazilian club brings culture of love and inclusion to campus

November 1, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes There are few places on campus that will make anyone feel as loved, appreciated and included than the Brazilian Club meetings. Food, sharing, love, dance and inclusion are all things that Carlos Figueiredo, president of the Brazilian club, strives to bring to each club activity to make sure everyone can get a taste of Brazilian […]

Shockheaded Peter: A musical where humor and creepy collide

October 23, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes Shockheaded Peter, the creepy yet disturbingly hilarious musical, is anything but forgettable; from the amazing talent to the dimmed lights accompanied by a weird recording of children talking and laughing, directors Alex Ungerman and Dave Mortensen brought an eerie spirit to the theater and the Halloween season. “Seeing shows like this just proves that you […]

Top 10 best late-night food joints part 1

October 20, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes Late-night cravings should not be ignored. Those instincts are important and should not be satisfied with a cup of fruit or some milk. You should go for the good stuff. So, the next time your body is screaming at you to satisfy your late-night craving, here are the first five of the top-10 best late-night […]

Provo city plans to build road over McCoard’s Farm

October 16, 2017

Reading Time: 2 minutes McCoard’s Garden Center in Provo is hosting its annual fall festival this month for, maybe, the last time because Provo City has plans to build a road right over the farm to connect to the new Provo High School. This family-friendly center and farm, located 10 minutes away from UVU, provides fun Halloween activities like […]