A fusion of fight and flight

February 27, 2012

Reading Time: 3 minutes Run. Sweat. Crunch. Lift. Curl. This is life at a gym, rows and rows of machinery and monotonous workout routines filled with people who are so consumed by the desire to look good and feel healthy that they lose themselves in a robotic way of life. But this isn’t the only successful approach.   Arles […]

Braza Express: A Taste of Brazil

February 20, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes Utah is host to many diverse countries and cultures. One that is particularly prevalent in Utah County is the Brazilian community.  Ranging from cultural dance lessons to well renowned festivals, Brazil definitely plays its role among the people of Utah. Restaurants, however, are what seem to be making the biggest impact.   Among Rodizios and […]

International Festival at UVU: No passport required

November 8, 2011

Reading Time: 2 minutes With all the traffic in the parking lots at UVU Monday night, it looked like 10 a.m. instead of 8:30 p.m.   Students swarming into the Sorenson Student Center warmed the fall chill off of their hands by the two fires outside the doors before making their way into the transformed ballroom.   Volunteers from […]

Study Abroad to Brazil

November 2, 2009

Reading Time: < 1 minute As the newest program a long list of study abroad options, Brazil offers students a journey full of beaches, ethnic diversity and cultural richness in Brazilian arts. “Lots of students are becoming more aware of the advantages of exploring the world beyond the limits of their backyards,” said Debora Ferreira, associate professor and Portuguese coordinator. […]