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Opinion: Ban cell phones in schools

Smartphones are a valuable tool, but they also harm students' mental and physical health.
By James VanLooy, Opinion Writer | March 31, 2026

  A bill that would dramatically limit cell phone usage in elementary, middle and high schools passed the Utah Senate and the House of Representatives. It is on its way to Gov. Cox’s desk for...

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Opinion: All Utahns deserve access to free food

Amidst SNAP cuts and Utah's high rate of food insecurity, all Utahns deserve access to free food.
By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | March 29, 2026

  SB 320 is a bill that protects student and parent access to school-based food pantries. It also adds restrictions on what food can be in school-based pantries to avoid toxic chemicals and dyes. This...

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Opinion: Support the Utah Homeless Campus

Tackling homelessness requires a new approach in Utah.
By James VanLooy, Opinion Writer | March 27, 2026

  In December 2025, Gov. Cox proposed that the state legislature provide an initial, one-time investment of $25 million and an ongoing investment of $20 million to combat homelessness in Utah....

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Opinion: Go see local theatre

Utahns need to go see local theatre to build stronger community bonds.
By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | March 15, 2026

This article originally appeared in the Resolutions print issue, in stands February 2026. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. Theatre in Utah is important. As social tolerance...

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Opinion: Be more religious

Believing in God in your 20s offers myriad benefits. Students should consider these and the religious resources available to them on campus.
By Noah Wright, Opinion Writer | March 12, 2026

This article originally appeared in the Resolutions print issue, in stands February 2026. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. The word is out: 2026 is the new 2016. However,...

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Opinion: Commit to learning in 2026

In an age of endless content, true understanding is becoming increasingly rare.
By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | March 11, 2026

This article originally appeared in the Resolutions print issue, in stands February 2026. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. Every new year comes with a familiar push to...

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Opinion: Religion belongs in education

In a climate of book bans, restricted voices and active oppression, the protection of religion in education is imperative to the success of Utahn students.
By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | March 7, 2026

  SB 268 is a new bill that allows Utah teachers to discuss religion in the Utah school curriculum. This bill, also known as the “Religious Curriculum in School” bill, protects educators’...

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Opinion: HB 302 combats false flags

With the 2034 Winter Olympics on the horizon, it is imperative that Utah rein in its flag controversy by passing HB 302.
By Noah Wright, Opinion Writer | February 25, 2026

  The 2034 Winter Olympics are a time for countries to wave their flags loudly and proudly. However, Salt Lake City has been dodging state flag law since last May, when the legislature passed restrictions...

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Opinion: Belief accommodation threatens academic standards

Education needs diverse opinions and difficult topics. Allowing students to opt out of assignments for any reason limits this.
By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | February 22, 2026

  A quality higher education should push students to engage with challenging ideas rather than allow them to retreat from discomfort. Utah’s HB 204 would require public colleges and universities...