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Park: THADD Placement in Korea

Park: THADD Placement in Korea

By Chan Kyu March 19, 2018

Since the Korean War, Korea has been divided into North and South Korea for more than 50 years. North Korea became a communist country. South Korea has been supported by the United States, and it has accepted...

Parkin: Downsides to Time Off

Parkin: Downsides to Time Off

By Natalie Parkin March 19, 2018

Spring break is one of the many highlights of college. Students get a break from classes for a full week to do whatever they want. As amazing as spring break is, there are some downers that come with it. Money...

Barber: Life in 1947, Women's Work

Barber: Life in 1947, Women’s Work

By Shaelyn Barber March 18, 2018

Among old belt-buckles, wooden furniture, yard appliances and music records, I found gold at a yard sale: a copy of Life Magazine from Sept. 15, 1947. It’s brimming with history, a time capsule of what...

Swanson: Learning From What Happened at Nottingham Trent University

Swanson: Learning From What Happened at Nottingham Trent University

By Gavin Swanson, Opinion Writer March 18, 2018

On March 7, Nottingham Trent University student Rufaro Chisango tweeted a video of people chanting racist remarks outside the door of her dorm. The tweet was spread worldwide and received support from...

Parkin: Education May Be Robbing Creativity

Parkin: Education May Be Robbing Creativity

By Natalie Parkin March 18, 2018

In the award-winning short film, “How Society Crush Dreams and Kill Creativity,” a father and a child go about their daily lives of education and employment — a life we all know well. Their backpacks...

Jensen-Coon: Raising Success

Jensen-Coon: Raising Success

By Kelcy Jensen- March 18, 2018

Success is an interesting term to define. It seems to mean something different to everyone, and having a personal definition of success is crucial to feeling fulfilled. When success becomes individualistic,...

Zion National Park in Utah.

Barber: Seven Staycation Suggestions

By Shaelyn Barber March 18, 2018

Spring break is quickly approaching and everyone is buzzing for a vacation. Instead of a costly trip outside of Utah, here are seven unique attractions to see within the state, from pyramids, to giant...

Barron: Science Fairs Are Fundamental

Barron: Science Fairs Are Fundamental

By Morgan Barron, Opinion Writer March 17, 2018

Disclaimer: The author of this story works for the University of Utah Science and Engineering Fair.  Science fair projects rarely go viral, and most people struggle to get through titles like “Nature-Based...

A member of the University  Band walking off the field after the opening ceremonies at Rice Eccles Stadium. September 10, 2016 Adam Fondren

Williams: Keeping Busy Builds Ambition

By Brook Williams March 16, 2018

Keeping kids busy with an array of activities provides them with a well-rounded social life. Children will have opportunities to expand their interests and realize who they are, who they could be and who...

Park: Video Games Offer More Than A Break From Reality

Park: Video Games Offer More Than A Break From Reality

By Chan Kyu March 15, 2018

There are trending ideas that playing video games can have negative effects on individuals, such as increased aggression or antisocial behavior. This has caused a consideration in developing stricter regulations...