Muse provides regular creative outlet

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes To ease the transition from weekend back into the week, each Monday beginning at 7 p.m. local venue and café Muse Music in Provo offers a free platform for local musicians to share their music with the public. Local talent is invited and encouraged to sign up for a time slot during the two hour […]

Let the international student voice be heard

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Proud to be from a country with many significant religious sites, where Jesus Christ himself was baptized, freshman accounting major Ibrahim Tashman shares his culture and explains how important Jordan is to the Christian community. Jordan is located in the Middle East and shares boundaries with Syria, Iraq, Israel and Saudi Arabia. Jordan River is […]

HMS Pinafore

March 1, 2010

Reading Time: 2 minutes Nestled near the foothills of Lindon is a little gem tucked away from the hustle and bustle of town. Jan. 22 – March 1 audiences had the opportunity to sail the open seas at the Valley Center Playhouse through their recent production “HMS Pinafore.” Featuring marvelous music, costumes and acting, the presentation was a delight […]

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, […]