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Creative outlets promote conflict resolution

In honor of Conflict Resolution Day coming up on Oct. 15, The Association for Conflict Resolution (ACR) has announced the addition of two new contests intended to involve students and promote awareness. The ACR is an organization committed to improving the practice and community understanding of conflict resolution.

Fiscal future of america conference caters to conservatives

Senator Orrin Hatch recently felt the need to organize and host a forum titled “The Fiscal Future of America,” wherein voters could ask questions and voice their concerns with regard to the country’s current economic state. “My office has received literally thousands of letters, phone calls, and e-mails from Utahns who are extremely concerned about America’s fiscal future,” stated Hatch in a press release.

More health food on campus?

Dining Services, Student Health Services-Wellness Programs and Human Resources are sponsoring a healthy eating campaign beginning fall semester. As their first step toward healthy eating, nutritional information has been posted at all eating establishments around campus, including the main upstairs and downstairs cafeteria, all scattered food kiosks and Scoops.

De facto Palestinian statehood

The Palestinian Authority has recently stated its intentions to form a de facto Palestinian state with or without the cooperation of Israel within two years. In a newly released 65-page document, significant changes to the Palestinian economy — which is currently being strangled by Israeli polices — and the construction of an international airport in the Jordan Valley are just two of the things outlined as being necessary for the move toward Palestinian statehood.

Mud Will Set You Free

Natalie Miller, a 16 year-old UVU nursing sophomore, took the opportunity to turn part of her summer vacation into a “genuinely humbling” experience when she embarked on a two-week humanitarian service project helping to expand a Peruvian orphanage through the St.

Congressman Bishop explains political ideology

Congressman Rob Bishop shared his thoughts with students Monday morning on how to develop a political philosophy. With perfectly coiffed gray hair and dark navy suit, he seemed a model Republican. As Congressman, Bishop represents Utah’s first district over Logan, Ogden, Farmington and parts of North Salt Lake City.

10 “Must-Eat” places to take a date

#1 Mi Ranchito Grille (Mexican) – This family-owned and operated restaurant serves authentic Mexican recipes passed down from generations; definitely one not to miss. 390 E. State Rd., American Fork. #2 Art City Trolley (American) – Located inside an authentic Trolley Car, this restaurant can serve as a conversation piece between you and your date.

Alternative Eating

Being an alternative eater on campus is difficult, near impossible. With a selection of meat or dairy-based, high-fructose corn syrup infused, gluten-laden “food,” UVU is not really friendly to those unorthodox among us. Here is a description of the most common alternative diets found on campus.

Top five local burger joints you have to try

Throughout the years, the hamburger has indefinitely positioned itself as a staple food product for the majority of college students, but let’s be honest, the quality of the burger often varies from place to place. The following is a list of local burger joints that put a little extra TLC into their meaty marvels, putting the typical fast food burger from the dollar menu to shame.