Reading Time: 3 minutes The Sri Sri Radha Krishna Temple stands as a rare gem among the largely homogeneous Utah culture. While most were celebrating romantic love on Feb. 14, the Krishnas, along with a large crowd of guests, worshipped Lord Shiva by observing his favorite day through dance, sacred ceremonies, chanting, music and feasting. “Typically it is a […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes The Philippines is a country consisting of more than 7,000 islands, many with their own dialect and culture. Balanie Merto, a senior majoring in accounting, shares with us her native culture and the beauty of her country. What about the Philippines attracts people there? BM: “The Philippines [are] known for [their] beautiful and white beaches. We have […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes Like death, taxes, and an unfortunate new “Saw” movie, every year sees a new entry in the Racism Disguised as Fiscal Conservative Legislation contest. These entries, reliable as the color change of fall leaves, generally take the form of fear mongering directed toward so-called “undocumented immigrants” and their children. Here’s an honest question: “If they’re […]
Reading Time: < 1 minute Feb. 22: – Service in the Zone: Humanitarian kits, Student Center, 11 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. Feb. 23: – (Feb. 23-24) Body Image Fair: Hall of Flags, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. Feb. 24: – Pastry Chef Competition: Center Stage, 12 p.m. Come buy treats! – (Feb. 24-25) Eat for the Arts at Chili’s: 10 […]
Reading Time: < 1 minute CDs: The Streets, Album: Computers And Blues, Released Feb. 23 Holly Miranda, Album: The Magician’s Private Library, Released Feb. 23 Free Energy, Album: Stuck on Nothing, Released Feb. 23 DVDs: The Informant!, Released Feb. 23 The Box, Released Feb. 23 Motherhood, Released Feb. 23 In Theaters: Cop Out, Released Feb. 26 The Crazies, Released Feb. […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes For an increasing number of students, food stamps have become a necessity for living. “I went to the government for help with groceries when I was pregnant,” said Mel Sundquist, a student at UVU who is on the WIC program. “WIC is a supplement – it does not provide enough food for your entire diet. […]
Reading Time: 3 minutes The lights dimmed and drumming reverberated energetically through the SCERA Theater as it transformed into an intoxicating celebration of African culture on Feb. 18. Voice of Africa, a non-profit organization created by UVU students Christian Apiah-Knudsen and Christopher Chileshe, acts to promote African cultural awareness through traditional storytelling, music and dance. “Most of us grew […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes Awards season allows red carpet watchers a chance to pick out new trends. And anyone who watched the Grammys could not help but notice what may have been the night’s biggest trend: unique necklines. Back in the day, it used to be all about the neckline. That is what a date would see when sitting […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes There is a body in this state that affects a large part student life, a body that determines everything from how students are taxed to what buildings will be built on campuses statewide, and even confirms members of the Board of Regents, who decide on tuition rates and university presidents. Unfortunately, the Utah State Legislature […]
Reading Time: 2 minutes After suffering a tough loss at the hands of the number-one ranked Iowa Hawkeyes, the Wolverines exacted revenge on the nearly helpless South Dakota State Jackrabbits last week. UVU cruised to a 38-6 drubbing to get back on the winning track. “Just like in previous matches, our guys came out and really tried to wrestle […]