Reading Time: 3 minutes 2021 marks 80 years of education at Utah Valley University. Before becoming the university it is now, UVU began as Central Utah Vocational School in 1941, with the primary function of war production and training. Over time, the school grew and its purpose changed alongside the growth. During the 80’s and 90’s, educational opportunities were […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the function of many everyday activities, making it difficult to take part in events that happen throughout the year. One of those activities is getting together to run a race. Many people love the camaraderie and fitness that is provided through races, especially 5ks. This year, Utah Valley University’s Homecoming […]
Reading Time: < 1 minute This year’s homecoming week, titled “Rally the Valley,” will inevitably look different than those of years past. Regardless of circumstances though, the purpose of the event remains the same. “We just want to get as many students aware and involved in the events of homecoming week as possible,” said Lauren Ashton, coordinator of alumni marketing […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes Provo’s own Neon Trees capped off UVU’s homecoming festivities with a 11-song set of uproarious pop anthems — and they did it on no sleep. “We flew in from Boston this morning and were just like, ‘Let’s go play,’” Tyler Glenn, lead singer of Neon Trees, said in an interview before the set. “We’re running […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes UVU students flocked to the nostalgic “Emerald Ball,” held during homecoming week. A flashback to the time of high school dances, from awkward first kisses to the music of the early 2000s, this dance was just that, but in college. “The Emerald Ball is the only formal dance we have at UVU, I think it’s just […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes Photos by Abby Van Buren Over the course of the week, a multitude of Pepsi-based activities have occurred around campus. To continue the university’s mission of student engagement, UVU and Pepsi have partnered up this year to make Homecoming Week one to remember. Pepsi along with iHeartRadio and Motive Marketing have collectively worked with UVU […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes Sports Column Adam Cichoski | Sports writer | @adamcichoski Remember back in high school, when this time of year came around? There was always an excitement that was in the air, and an event that everyone had their mind on, Homecoming. The guys were thinking of who to ask, the girls were picking out their […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes There is a lot of tradition that comes from tailgates. They are associated with barbecuing, football and sometimes even tailgates, none of which were involved at UVU’s homecoming tailgate. As part of UVU’s homecoming celebration there was a tailgate at 5:30 p.m. on Nov. 19, before the men’s homecoming game. This was put on […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes 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, […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes 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 […]