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Opinion: Students can help end sexual assault

As assault rates at the U increase, we need to speak up against sexual assault.
By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | December 27, 2025

This article discusses sexual assault. If you need to report or discuss a sexual assault, please call the Utah Coalition Against Sexual Assault at 801-736-4356.    2025 marks a second year...

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​​Opinion: Victims Deserve Justice, Not Polygraphs

The polygraph test is outdated and villainizes potential sexual assault victims.
By Charlotte Hansen, Opinion Writer | February 19, 2025

  Utah Rep. Angela Romero has introduced HB17 to the 2025 Utah legislative session. This bill intends to limit the use of polygraph tests on victims of sexual offenses in Utah. The controversy...

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University of Utah Releases 2023 Crime Report

The reports show an increase in stalking, fondling and domestic violence and a decrease in crimes like motor vehicle theft and aggravated assault.
By Josi Hinds, News Editor | September 19, 2024

Editor’s note • This article discusses sensitive topics such as sexual violence and assault. The University Counseling Center can offer support to students. Call 801-581-6826 or visit the website.   The...

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Opinion: Kappa Sigma is Irredeemable

Kappa Sigma has repeatedly shown it is unwilling to be a positive member of our campus community. We must stop allowing corrupt fraternities to operate on our campus.
By Elizabeth Griffee, Assistant Opinion Editor | September 3, 2024

  In December 2022, the University of Utah terminated its recognition of its branch of the Kappa Sigma fraternity. However, Baylor Biedermann, the fraternity's president, told the Salt Lake Tribune...

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Timpa: Empower Men to Stop Sexual Assault

Believe in men. Teach them to have uncomfortable conversations, not only with each other but with themselves — it is the only way to invoke real change.
By Matthew Timpa, Opinion Writer | April 11, 2024

  Sexual violence has become so synonymous with college campuses to the point of near complacency. It is so deeply rooted in university culture and is only further enabled by institutions such...

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Reported Domestic Violence Cases Rise in Utah

More incidences of domestic violence were reported in Utah during the first six months of 2023 than in the last five years. But increased reports can actually be a good sign as it means more people are coming forward about their abuse.
By Jamie Faux, News Writer | November 1, 2023

  In the past, statistics have shown that around 1 in 3 women and 1 in 4 men in Utah will experience domestic violence at some point in their life. Now, increased reports on abuse reveal that those...