HMS Pinafore

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Nestled near the foothills of Lindon is a little gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of town. Jan. 22 — March 1 audiences had the opportunity to sail the open seas at the Valley Center Playhouse through their recent production “HMS Pinafore.” Featuring marvelous music, costumes and acting, the presentation was a delight […]

Reconstruction can help Haiti heal

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes On March 9 a benefit concert will take place at the UVU Grand Ballroom in an effort to raise funds to support Haiti in the wake of disaster, which funds will be critical in its long road to recovery. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and entertainment will begin at 6:30 p.m. The event will […]

Side effects may include…

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes This campus seems to be one where giving to charity abounds. One can donate cans of food to pay off library fines and donate shoes and clothes at locations all around the school. We hold events to raise money for Haiti and other causes. We have even seen the organization of charitable fundraising for specific […]

“Science for Breakfast” provides food for the body and mind

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Most of us would rather hit the snooze button and sleep in at 7 a.m. on a Wednesday. But the turnout for at UVU College of Science and Health’s third “Science for Breakfast” at Centre Stage on March 3 was surprisingly robust, thanks to the free food and stimulating lecture provided by the Student Center […]

Family Studies emphasis on lecture series

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: < 1 minute By introducing a new family studies emphasis last fall, the Behavioral Science program will qualify graduates to teach both families and single adults how to improve their relationships and general living skills, said Dawn Cassidy, the director of education for the National Council on Family Relations during a recent visit to campus. NCFR has worked […]

Audio Students Engage in Film Soundtrack Project

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Digital media students in Studio Recording II are getting some real-world experience while recording the music for an upcoming comedy western movie. The class, taught by Associate Professor Mike Wisland, is recording a 5-piece band, a choir and a grand piano with vocals. The students’ hard work will eventually become the soundtrack for the film […]

Give me liberty or give me marriage!

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes “I’m not against gays. I like gay people. I’m just for traditional marriage!” I can do this trick too: I’m not against “Twilight”; my sister likes it. I’m just for my self-pretentious literacy! While I’m beginning to tire of hearing this “distinction,” what’s starting to bother me is the response I’m hearing from the LGBT […]

Chance at redemption for Wolverines

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: < 1 minute In early March there are two kinds of college basketball teams remaining: those looking forward to the NCAA Tournament and those looking to salvage their season by making noise in their conference tournaments. The Wolverine men’s and women’s teams will be the latter, hoping to make noise in the Great West Conference Tournament. Both Cathy […]

Revenge is sweet for Wolverines

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Looking to avenge an earlier loss to NJIT, the UVU men used an early second half run to notch a 65-57 victory over the Highlanders at the UVU Events Center. Jordan Swarbrick led the Wolverines (12-16, 5-7) with 13 points while Jheryl Wilson paced NJIT (9-18, 4-6) with a game-high 26 points. After falling behind […]

As Seen On TV

March 8, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Alright, 2010 has been here for two whole months and only now is The V getting around to previewing things you should be looking forward to on TV this year. If you’ll excuse our tardiness, here are a few things that will come to fruition this blessed year. -“Lost” Series Finale, May 23 Lost has […]