Battling traditionally low voter turnout, candidates for ASUU elections are working on new ways to get students involved in elections.

Red Pulse gives you The Word on what local shows and events to catch this week.

The U David Eccles School of Business is asking the Utah Legislature for a $23 million bond to help build two new buildings.

ASUU leaders are preparing to present a student fee increase to the U Board of Trustees next week, even though the General Assembly and Senate have not voted on a final version of the bill.

I'm a history major and I love research. I used to love going to the Middle Eastern section in the Marriott Library and sifting through the dusty stacks to find the books I needed. I doubt that anyone who has seen an Indiana Jones film would argue against the appeal.

In regards to Steven Warrick's column ("Government has the right to reject monuments," March 4): I followed the introduction to the case of Pleasant Grove v. Summum with glee until he made the irresponsible assertion that "as the embodiment of right and wrong... (the ten commandments) are the foundation upon which our law is built."

As a part of the recovery package, billions of dollars in grants and loans are on the market for shovel-ready projects. The opportunity is ripe for a great proposal and lobbying effort to be made in the name of Sugar House. The sooner the project is completed, the better. Patience will not get buildings constructed or financing secured. Lingering in the past will not bring Sugar House culture back to the completed project. It is time to shelve the salt and heal the wound.

Revolution Party presidential candidate Tayler Clough all but ruined his chances for victory in the general election by mistakenly declaring himself the winner after the primary results were announced. In a bold and ill-advised move, Clough erected a large podium in the middle of the library plaza and delivered a damning victory speech that lasted for nearly two hours.

A shoe-box size car running on the same chemical reaction that powers a baking soda and vinegar volcano science project led eight U chemical engineering students to win second place in a regional competition last weekend and qualify for nationals.

The College of Fine Arts will celebrate its 60th anniversary next week with an entire series of performances showcasing the college's works performed by U alumni.