Reading Time: 2 minutes It’s 8:15 p.m. at Utah Valley University’s intramural practice fields in Vineyard. Most intramural sports are wrapping up and the field lights have been turned off — yet UVU’s men’s lacrosse freshmen James Lower and Dylan Shake arrive, suit up, and prepare for practice. Amongst all things that could potentially be stymied by the impact […]
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: 2 minutes Looking for a relaxing glide over scenic views? A fun date activity or something to do after long weeks of quarantine? The Sundance Scenic Lift Rides offers these and so much more. Ray’s lift — named for the summit which it climbs — offers 360-degree panoramic views. For just $22, UVU students can ride the […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes UVU moved back to the orange (moderate restriction) level in both Provo and Orem beginning Sept. 23 at 11:59 p.m. Governor Gary Herbert, who made the announcement early Tuesday, urged residents and businesses in these areas to “practice proper precaution” in regards to the change. Shortly following Herbert’s decision, UVU President Astrid Tuminez and Brigham […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes This year’s President’s Scholarship Ball looked like something out of Pixar’s “Cars” universe — complete with horn honking in place of typical applause. The innovative “Drive-In” experience offered attendees a first hand glance into UVU’s creative and persistent nature. The title of this year’s ball was “Miracles in the Making.” Vice President of Institutional Advancement, […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes US college students could be at risk of arrest if their homeland is China, their views are pro-Western, and their classroom identities are not protected.
Reading Time: 2 minutes On Friday, Sept. 25, Cooper Fullmer was named Mr. UVU 2020 following the reign of former Mr. UVU Danny Brown. “It feels good. It feels good to know that I did my best and it showed,” Fullmer said. The five contestants competed in five areas of competition: fitness wear, video interview, talent, formal wear and […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes It’s homecoming week! For most of us, when we think of homecoming, we think of football and dances. We think of rivalries and time-honored traditions that are portrayed in movies and television shows. Having been around since organized college football, many universities claim to have started both these rivalries and the celebration behind the returning […]
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 President Tuminez and President Kevin J. Worthen of Brigham Young University issued a warning to students that unless COVID-19 cases in Utah County decrease soon, both campuses may shut down and move online—possibly for the rest of the semester. The joint letter was published the morning of Sept. 22, hours before Governor Herbert announced that […]