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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...

Love Will Never Be Stress-Free, But It's Worth Fighting For

Love Will Never Be Stress-Free, But It’s Worth Fighting For

By Autumn Barney May 9, 2017

I’m only 26, and I wouldn't say I know much about relationships. Some have been good, and others have been bad. But from what I have learned, the best ones are those you put the most work into. While you...

The Death Penalty

Is It Time To Get Rid Of The Death Penalty?

By Nicholas Coleman May 9, 2017

The death penalty is a crude, antiquated form of punishment that should be entirely disavowed. On Thursday, April 27, Kenneth Williams took his last breath as he lay strapped to a bed in a musty prison...

Remakes And Sequels Aren't Getting Old

Remakes And Sequels Aren’t Getting Old

By Alisa Patience May 9, 2017

Dystopian futures, children with special powers, a group of friends who rule the school, a misunderstood character who wants to take over the world. These are just some of the many tropes that are repeated...