Reading Time: 2 minutes Amid uncertainty, emotional turmoil and financial crisis the aviation students at Utah Valley University continue to remain hopeful for the future. UVU senior Dakodta Clements describes how he has managed to maintain a positive outlook on the situation. “I have found it helpful to get creative and look for jobs in [different] ways,” said Clements. […]
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 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: < 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 (Graphic by Ysabel Berger) As Utah inexorably turns away from summer — from endless barbecues and trying to figure out what to stuff into that little space between the window AC unit and the heat outside — Utah County residents are eagerly turning their eyes toward fall. With the promise of cooler weather and warmer […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes (Graphic by Riley Andersen) Utah Valley University’s Department of Theatrical Arts is finding new ways to be innovative with different teaching modes and streaming performance services to adhere to health guidelines amidst the COVID-19 pandemic. After switching to remote learning in the spring, the faculty and students have spent time reinventing their performance art to […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes (Photo courtesy of UVUSA) The Utah Valley University Student Association plans to kick off homecoming week with a virtual performance by comedian Jonathan Burns, on Monday, Sept. 21 at 7:30 p.m. MT. Burns is a “comedy contortionist,” who is best known for his appearance on season 14 of the talent reality show, “America’s Got Talent.” […]