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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

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The Dying Image of Celebrities

By Eliza Delgado, Assistant Arts Editor March 7, 2024

  When we think of celebrities, we think about the A-listers such as Taylor Swift, Kobe Bryant, Meryl Streep and more. What those celebrities have in common is the lack of social media in their...

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Jarvis: Banning Tech Isn’t Risk Reduction

By Caroline Jarvis, Opinion Writer February 28, 2024

  As the public grows aware of the impact technology can wreak on the mental health and well-being of kids and teens, people generate their own conclusions. On Jan. 11, Gov. Spencer Cox sent...

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What Happened to Movie Theater Etiquette?

By Graham Jones, Arts Writer, News For U Producer September 5, 2023

  Ever since audiences have begun to return to theaters following the pandemic, there's been a change in how people behave in a cinema socially. Despite several advertisements that play before...

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Hargis: The Friendship Recession Puts Men in Jeopardy

By Harper Hargis, Opinion Writer May 4, 2023

  For more than three years, people across the world have lived through the trials and tribulations of a mass viral outbreak. It’s changed nearly everything about our lifestyles — it’s changed...

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U Students Share Thoughts on Social Media Regulations for Minors and the Potential TikTok Ban

By Vanessa Hudson, Assistant News Editor April 14, 2023

  Utah is the first state to create laws restricting social media access for minors with the legislation being signed by Gov. Spencer Cox the same day the United States Congress questioned TikTok...

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Barney: Banning TikTok Isn’t a Solution

By Sebastian Barney, Opinion Writer April 13, 2023

  Social media has had a serious impact on all of our lives, in ways we would’ve never expected. Platforms like TikTok have both positive and negative implications — social media can serve...

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Gov. Cox Tells Utahns To Prepare for Flooding With Above Normal Snowfall to Melt

By Vanessa Hudson, Assistant News Editor March 19, 2023

  Gov. Spencer Cox held his monthly press conference on March 16, discussing social media regulations, water rights, abortion restrictions, and equity, diversion and inclusion. As the March 23...

Branden Wilson, founder of Sore Thumb clothing brand, poses by his first collection of clothing on Nov. 22, 2022 in Salt Lake City, Utah. (Courtesy of Branden Wilson)

Sticking Out as a “Sore Thumb” Is What Inspired This U Student’s Clothing Brand

By TJ Ross, News Writer March 6, 2023

  Branden Wilson, a University of Utah senior and entrepreneur major, created his own clothing brand that he hopes points people to creativity, gratification and individuality.  Wilson created...

A view of the Utah State Capitol Building in Salt Lake City on Aug. 21, 2021.

Mendenhall: The Problematic Path of Banning Social Media for Kids

By Addison Mendenhall February 10, 2023

  Social media has been one of the more controversial topics this legislative session. There are several bills and amendments being considered within Utah’s state legislature, and at the national...

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Mendenhall: Body Positivity is Still Polarizing in the Media

By Addison Mendenhall May 22, 2022

  In the last 10 years, the term “body positivity” has taken social media by storm. Body positivity, as a movement, aims to change the societal standards surrounding appearance. This can include...