Howling with UVU’s own beat poet

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes On Oct. 8, at the Salt Lake City Public Library, a group of artists, dancers, musicians and poets gathered to present a performance piece of Allen Ginsberg’s landmark poem “Howl.” Titled “Howl: a Neo-Bob Opera in Five Acts,” and led by UVU professor and Artist in Residence, Alex Caldiero, the performers brought to life Ginsberg’s […]

Acceptance and understanding

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Although our campus may not seem like the poster child for religious diversity and cross-cultural learning, students, faculty and members of the community are benefitting from the UV Interfaith Student Association. Acceptance and understanding is what UVU is all about — enter the ISA. No matter what your religion or personal beliefs may be, you […]

A privilege to be heard

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes A letter regarding another perspective on the Haiti fundraiser Dear Editor, As the former Student Body President at UVU for 2009-10, I feel obligated to reply to an article published recently in the UVU Review titled “We the Students.” To clarify a few points, the student government was asked to attend the Haiti relief meetings […]

Caught in the B.o.B and Derulo wave

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes It was hip-hop night at the UCCU Event Center Tuesday, Oct. 12, with big names Jason Derulo and B.o.B in concert. They were also joined by Iyaz, and featured Auburn and Playboy Tre. The concert began with feature singer Playboy Tre. Though he hadn’t been announced, and most of the audience was left wondering who […]

Trap-neuter-release program

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Thanks to initiatives taken by the Animal Allies Club, a trap-neuter-release program for feral cats on campus has been given a trial period. “We are very excited for the opportunity to help the feral cats on campus,” said Breana Reichert, president of the Animal Allies Club. “Hopefully it will be a mutually beneficial endeavor, both […]

Ethics on the ballot: Do our reps really need a babysitter?

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Most Utahans can believe in the uprightness of governmental candidates and representatives. But many a realistic, or possibly pessimistic, person believes that our representation cannot be trusted once money is involved. Upset that political processes have turned otherwise decent men and women into money-hungry, corrupt politicians, Utahans can vote to allow legislature to create an […]

Liquor litter: Drinking in campus lots endangers everyone

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes Policy: To the extent not regulated by the Drug-free Workplace policy, alcoholic beverages, unlawful drugs, or other illegal substances shall not be consumed, used, carried, or sold on any property or in any building owned, leased, or rented by Utah Valley University, or at any activity sponsored by the institution. From UVU Policy and Procedures […]

Best of both worlds basketball looks to blend old and new

October 25, 2010

Reading Time: 3 minutes If Wolverines fans are hoping to feel a little more confident about this season, they should take a look around. Head Coach Dick Hunsaker is probably in the same boat. Wolverine basketball returns after an injury-riddled season in which not a single player started every game he played. Hunsaker openly expressed his frustration over the […]

The Notorious B.O.B.

October 19, 2010

Reading Time: < 1 minute Were you there? Did you see?  If not, we’ve got the hot concert highlights for you right here. Tiffany Roberts Reporting