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Prostitution Should be Treated Like Any Other Legal Business Endeavor

Prostitution Should be Treated Like Any Other Legal Business Endeavor

By Brook Williams May 26, 2017

Prostitution, also known as the “oldest profession in the world," has left the nation with an extensive battle between the two sides: make it legal or keep it criminalized. Prostitution should be...

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Find Summer Inspiration

By Dalton Edwards May 24, 2017

Summer break is always the same. The opening few days are filled with me organizing the many dozens of lists I created during the semester. Lists with headings like “Ways to get more organized,” “Books...

Philosophy: Your Guide to Our Human World

Philosophy: Your Guide to Our Human World

By Gavin Swanson, Opinion Writer May 23, 2017

A lot is expected of us as university students. We were sent here to secure a profession, master a craft and make connections that will last a lifetime, but most importantly a key task of a college student...

Utah's Poor Air Quality Is Driving Families Apart

Utah’s Poor Air Quality Is Driving Families Apart

By Alisa Patience May 23, 2017

Utah’s motto used to be that we have the “greatest snow on earth,” but how could that still be the case considering how dirty the snow has become due to pollution? The air in Utah isn't only ruining...

Every American Should Explore D.C.

Every American Should Explore D.C.

By Autumn Barney May 23, 2017

I recently went to Washington D.C. for a week of amazing experiences. Through the Hinckley Institute, with a group of 18 students, I met lobbyists, politicians, and, of course, saw all the amazing sights...

The Hunstman Cancer Institute at the University of Utah, Salt Lake City, UT 5/14/17.

In the Aftermath of the Huntsman Cancer Institute Debacle, It’s Clear Money Talks at the U

By Connor Richards May 22, 2017

For weeks now, the University of Utah has been in a whirlwind of unrest, confusion and controversy. In late April, U students, faculty and the greater Salt Lake City community were caught off guard by...

What to Know About Summer Classes

What to Know About Summer Classes

By Nicholas Coleman May 18, 2017

Following a grueling series of fall and spring semesters, the summer is often seen as the time to relax and bask in the sunlight and warm weather (although Utah seems to only offer winter as of late)....

Young Men's Leadership Program Should Welcome Gay and Transgender Members

Young Men’s Leadership Program Should Welcome Gay and Transgender Members

By Connor Richards May 18, 2017

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints announced on May 11 that, after more than a century of association, it would be cutting substantial ties with the Boy Scouts of America. In a letter to...

New Program Builds Bridges Across Disciplines

New Program Builds Bridges Across Disciplines

By Mackenzie McDermott May 15, 2017

The University of Utah will become the first university to provide a Masters of Arts and Teaching Fine Arts Degree hybrid program. The online and in-person courses are intended to allow current fine...

Hey Donald Trump, Being A Loser Isn't Such A Bad Thing

Hey Donald Trump, Being A Loser Isn’t Such A Bad Thing

By Alex Judd May 10, 2017

On the campaign trail, one of President Trump’s favorite rallying calls was that under his watch, America was going to “start winning again.” A quick survey of his Twitter account will reveal that...