Haitians have a strong spirit

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Many watched in shock as the frightening images played out before us, showing the aftermath of the earthquake on Jan. 12. The images seem to beg for a helping hand, and though we are only students in a college that seems worlds away from Haiti, we still have opportunities to help. On Feb. 19, we […]

Food to feed the starving student on a budget

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: < 1 minute Ah, the enduring grandpa-esque sentiment: “There is no such thing as a free lunch.” The pearls of wisdom may ring true in a metaphoric sense, but around town, restaurants are offering free food without a catch. Well, maybe just a little catch. In an attempt to increase their revenue, online presence, and popularity with younger […]

Arts and Culture Calender

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: < 1 minute March 1: UVU Music Faculty Concert, GT 416, 7:30 p.m. March 1-19: If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, SCERA Center for the Arts, 7:30 p.m. March 2: Chopin Piano Concert, de Jong Concert Hall, 5:30 p.m. March 2-3: 1000 Cranes, Covey Center for the Arts, 7 p.m., $5. March 3: Blood Wedding, Margetts Arena […]

Dance opportunity for people in all walks of life

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes One of UVU’s most outstanding features is its incredible dance department. The department doesn’t just help its own, it provides opportunities for students and community members alike to compete. On Feb. 18-19, UVU put on its annual Ballroom DanceSport Festival. “This is a fun opportunity for participants to get out there and practice and perform […]

Sweets selling sweets

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes The Kappa Sisters Sorority held a Top Pastry Chef competition at Centre Stage on Feb. 24 with proceeds being donated to The Christmas Box House. This was not your average school bake sale. The contest was open to any student wishing to enter, with prizes going to the three best desserts. When the students from […]

Disentangle yourself from media influence

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes None of us are immune to the social pressures which create negative body image. These feelings of negativity don’t play favorites, they will follow anyone who allows them to be their constant companion. On Feb. 23-24 Student Health Services put together a Body Image Fair in the hall of flags to help students create and […]

African club promotes cultural awareness on campus

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes With the collective desire to celebrate the beauty and resilience of African culture, over 500 people attended African Cultural Night put on by the UVU African Club on Feb. 20. Including food, music, singing, dancing and fashion shows exhibiting traditional clothing from each region, the night was full of vibrant diversity. UVU, BYU, BYU Idaho, […]

Stacking the deck

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes “Let your voice be heard,” the main UVU Student Government Web site declares. “Help make a difference on UVU’s campus.” But what is the process by which someone can get involved? One of the best ways to do so is to apply for an appointed position within the UVUSA Student Council. While certain student government […]

Slice of 3.14159265

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes UVU Review visited the Math Lab, asking a few tutors on the spot to name as many numerals in pi as they could. Here are the results, with a joke and a fact. Luc Earl: 3.14159 Alissa Boyer: 3.14159(1) Joe Pearson: 3.141(7) Pi says, “get real” I say, “be rational.” Lindsey Cracroft: 3.14159[65(2)] “The Egyptians […]

Vote!

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes Two team’s campaign efforts will culminate March 1-3 for UVUSA student body elections. Student body officers for the 2010-2011 year will be elected by the general student body. The two teams running are Team Elevate and Team UVUnited. Team elevate is headed by Richard Portwood, running for Student Body President. Portwood has served on UVUSA […]