End in sight as state sets goal for eventual mask removal
Despite a significant drop in COVID-19 cases throughout the state, on Utah has renewed the state-wide mask mandate first issued in November of 2020. Although masks must still be worn,…
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Utah partners with Nomi Health to aid in vaccination distribution
The State of Utah is partnering with Orem-based startup, Nomi Health, to aid in vaccination distribution throughout the state. In an effort to increase the rate of vaccinations in the…
Orem thrives despite economic storm of 2020
Despite the economic uncertainty that Utah has faced throughout the year due to COVID-19, one city has been able to weather the storm rather gracefully. Rather than have to shut…
Utah System of High Education releases COVID-19 testing plan for universities
The Utah System of Higher Education has officially released its plan for the widespread COVID-19 testing of college students during spring semester. In a document released on Dec. 22 the…
COVID-19 vaccinations: who is eligible, how they work and what to expect
With the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations in full-swing, the decision on immunization has become ever-pressing. With all of the complex protocols and science behind the vaccine, it may be difficult…
Students in Utah Valley more likely to avoid mask-wearing for convenience, not politics
Students at UVU and BYU are more likely than the national college population to ignore coronavirus precautions because the guidelines are inconvenient, according to a new Brigham Young University study….
UVU prepares for the shift to remote learning for the duration of the semester
As the end of fall semester approaches, UVU reminded students about the planned shift to remote learning following Thanksgiving break. In a letter issued by the university on Nov. 20,…
UVU students react to new testing requirements
As part of Gov. Herbert’s executive order in response to rising numbers of COVID-19 cases in Utah, UVU students attending at least one on-campus class are required to receive weekly…
The most recent COVID-19 mandates and what they mean for students
Amid recent surges in COVID-19 cases, Utah Gov. Gary Herbert announced 4 mandates to help combat the spread of the virus. This announcement came during the governor’s desperate plea to…
UVU responds to new COVID-19 mandates requiring testing for some students
Gov. Herbert issued four new mandates on Sunday night, Nov. 8, to address rising COVID-19 cases in the state, as well as the dwindling availability of hospital beds. One of…
Students cite coronavirus, safety precautions as reasons gym attendance is down
Gym attendance at UVU is declining as the coronavirus dissuades some active gym-goers from attending. Students are finding it harder and harder to attend the gym for their daily workouts,…
UVU urges students to ‘stay safe to stay open’ while celebrating Halloween
On Monday, Oct. 26 students and faculty received an email that detailed how to “stay safe” while enjoying the holiday festivities this week. Linda Makin, vice president of Planning, Budgeting…
Officials urge students to ‘stay safe’ over fall break as state labels county ‘high risk’
After countless hours in front of computer screens and infinite Microsoft Teams meetings, fall break begins Thursday. But amid the excitement of fall-centric activities is the looming reality of the…
Guv candidates field questions from UVU students during debate
Gubernatorial candidates took questions from four Utah Valley University students during the Utah Debate Commission’s televised debate on Tuesday, Sept. 29. UVU was originally scheduled to host the debate between…
This week in COVID-19: UVU, BYU presidents urge students to follow COVID-19 guidelines as cities go ‘orange’
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…
