Sundance Film Festival is leaving Utah for good
In news which has shocked Utahns everywhere, a recent press release from the Sundance Institute has revealed that the new home for the critically acclaimed film festival is in Boulder,…
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New law sparks backlash—UVU students at the front lines
Representatives from the Protect Utah Workers Coalition are now gathering signatures at Utah Valley University (UVU) to initiate a referendum on House Bill 267, which was signed into law by…
“Eliminating the federal Department of Education”: what President Trump’s executive order means for universities
“I tell people what I am doing today, and they say, ‘it’s about time’” said President Trump at the White House on Thursday March 20, 2025. “Today we take a…
UVU students unite against hate after Palestinian flag vandalism
On March 7, 2025, Utah Valley University (UVU) students organized in support of Palestine after the country’s flag was vandalized on their campus. This event was hosted by the Keffiyeh…
Utah Valley University students advocate for mountain women at the United Nations
NEW YORK CITY – From March 9-13, 2025, members of the Utah International Mountain Forum traveled to the United Nations Headquarters in New York City to advocate for mountain women…
The past and future of the Sandbox business program
Sandbox was founded in 2020 at BYU’s Marriott School of Business by Chris Crittenden, entrepreneur and faculty member. Sandbox is designed to give students the skills and tools necessary to…
A fiery satirical blast: A review of “The Whole Story”
“The Whole Story” is a hilarious satirical romp of the Cinderella story with a fun twist. The show is written by UVU alumni Addie Wray Scoot who is now attending…
Utah Valley’s efforts come up short, falling to GCU, 89-82 in WAC Championship
LAS VEGAS – Utah Valley looked to continue its historic season but Grand Canyon prevailed, winning its third straight WAC Championship while punching another ticket to the Dance. Tanner Toolson’s…
Utah Valley advances to WAC Championship for the first time in school history
LAS VEGAS – Friday, March 14, No. 1 Utah Valley defeated No. 5 Seattle U 68-55, solidifying its spot in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) Championship. Utah Valley continues to…
Wolverines’ tournament hopes end in 84-55 loss to Grand Canyon
LAS VEGAS – Despite a historic season, No. 5 Utah Valley fell short to No. 1 Grand Canyon, 84-55, in the semifinals of the WAC tournament. “Obviously a ton of…
The Wolverines secure semifinal spot after 75-65 victory over Abilene Christian
LAS VEGAS – Utah Valley entered the quarterfinals on Thursday, having won four of its last five games. Their only loss came against Abilene Christian, whom they defeated today 75-65,…
No. 1 Utah Valley soars past No. 9 Utah Tech, advancing to the semifinals.
LAS VEGAS – For the third time in five years, Utah Valley is heading to the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) semifinals after a dominant 74-57 victory over Utah Tech. Tanner…
Utah Valley secures No. 1 seed in WAC tournament: Outright WAC champions
After back-to-back road wins to close out the season, Utah Valley secured its first regular season championship in school history, finishing first in the Western Athletic Conference (WAC) and earning…
Is Sandbox the future of education?
Sandbox is a collegiate entrepreneurship program that started at BYU in 2020 and, as of the Fall 2024 semester, has expanded to a handful of other colleges, including UVU. Sandbox…
“We should see color and celebrate color”: Black History Month at UVU
Every year, UVU recognizes February as Black History Month as a time to celebrate Black people in our community and throughout history. Events on campus included a film series, artwork,…
