Freedom of expression and disruptive attire

April 9, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes When the temperature goes up, the clothing comes off.   With the weather getting warmer, students are beginning to wear less clothing, which may raise questions about the institution’s dress code in terms of modesty.   UVU’s Policies and Procedures states uniform and dress code requirements for employees but does not mention an official dress code […]

Creating ceramics with care at Patty’s

April 9, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes The student picks the shiny glaze. Patty guides their hand with the paintbrush and the colors begin to flow. The pot is fired, and another masterpiece has been created at Patty’s Ceramics.   Patty Whittaker began making pottery and ceramics when she was 12 years old. She had to stay indoors a lot as a little […]

The Book Shelf with Kelly Harrington

April 9, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes “The Name of the Wind” by Patrick Rothfuss     Summary: Kelly Harrington typically sticks to non-fiction. She tends to hate sci-fi and adventure books. But when her best friend recommended “The Name of the Wind,” a fantasy book definitely outside of Harrington’s comfort zone, she decided to give it a chance and find out […]

Raising awareness for autism

April 9, 2012

Reading Time: 3 minutes Being aware is good but being involved is better. On Saturday, March 31 members of the community gathered to celebrate in the “Uplifting Celebration for Autism” at the Brent Brown field in honor of April being National Autism Awareness Month.   Parents, children, caregivers, community service organizations and educators were on hand to take part […]

Utah County construction update April 6-12

April 6, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes While nighttime general lane restrictions are possible along the entire length of the I-15 corridor, Utah Department of Transportation has issued its weekly list of specific expected activity. Below are some of the hot spots that may affect the UVU population:   University Parkway I-15 lane through American Fork and Lindon Orem 800 North Orem […]

Emergency Services conference schedule, April 5-6

April 5, 2012

Reading Time: < 1 minute The Institute of Emergency Services and Homeland Security will hold a two-day conference for students focusing on emergency preparedness and disaster response, April 5-6 in the Sorensen Student Center.   The conference will feature keynote speakers, from former FBI members and psychologists to policemen and firefighters, who have a complete background and extensive knowledge of […]

Wolverine Minute, April 4th

April 4, 2012

Reading Time: < 1 minute   Skate for Jeremiah – Skate for Jeremiah is a charity event that will take place April 6th at Classic Skating in Orem to raise funds for Jeremiah Drennen’s medical expenses for his muscular dystrophy. The cost is $6 dollars at the door, and goes from 9-12pm   Clothesline Project – Today is the last […]

Local Band Profile: “Searching For Celia”

April 2, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes “Searching for Celia” is about the search for something that is different than what is expected. And my search for a local band to spotlight this week was obvious. When I heard them for the first time I knew they were special. The enlightened sounds of keys, effects-driven guitar, a clear, concise violin and cello […]

Equality in animal rights

April 2, 2012

Reading Time: 3 minutes One of the central tenets of American liberty is the principle of human rights. At the very heart of The Constitution lies the conviction that America’s citizens inherently possess fundamental civil liberties, but only if these citizens are human.   As part of Environmental Awareness Week, the Ethics Center will present the 25th annual Environmental […]

Eastern Egg Hunt

April 2, 2012

Reading Time: 2 minutes Easter has sprung in an unusual place.   Load up the kids, bring an appetite for food and games because Provo’s United Studios of Self Defense is going to provide a big kick of excitement.   Easter Sunday is going to be busy, and Saturdays are so rushed already. Nothing is free anymore. But free […]