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The statue of the founder and first president of Weber State University, Louis Fredrick Moench, that sits at the bottom of campus. The statue is said to bring good luck before an exam by rubbing his right foot.

OPINION: Superstitions around campus

Terra Bell, Columnist August 28, 2023

From my time at Weber State University, I have heard of three widespread superstitions. And for those new to campus, I shall enlighten you. Before we look at superstitions, it would be helpful to have...

Margot Robbie plays the role of Barbie in the new film directed by Greta Gerwig that was released July 21.

Let’s go Barbie!

Megan Swann, Asst. Culture Editor August 1, 2023

From the moment the first trailer was released, “Barbie” has been a highly anticipated film. If it were anything else, I would be a bit concerned that all of the hype would create something the actual...

a Tarnished fighting the first main boss, Margit the fell

OPINION: Elden Ring: An epic adventure

Terra Bell, Columnist July 11, 2023

Despite loving dark fantasy and playing over 80 hours in Dark Souls One, I suck at Soulsbornes, the punishingly hard video games produced by FromSoft, and have yet to play Elden Ring. Until recently, I...

LGBTQ+ members with the Party for Socialism and Liberation marching in downtown Salt Lake City.

OPINION: Understanding Pride, my way

Terra Bell, Columnist June 13, 2023

Despite having been out for about three years, I have not had the opportunity to attend a Pride event. A lot of this separation came from only ever living proud in a somewhat small town, with an even smaller...

The Miami Heat's Max Strus (31) and Caleb Martin (16) celebrate during second-quarter action against the Boston Celtics in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals at Kaseya Center on May 23, 2023, in Miami.

OPINION: An unforgettable NBA season

Collyn Cowles, Reporter June 6, 2023

In the thrilling and highly-anticipated 2023 NBA playoffs, basketball fans were treated to a rollercoaster of emotions, jaw-dropping performances and intense rivalries. The journey to the championship...

Golden State Warriors' Draymond Green (23) hands Portland Trailblazers' Gary Payton II (00) his 2022 NBA Championship ring during a pre-game ceremony before their NBA game at the Chase Center in San Francisco, Calif., on Friday, Dec. 30, 2022.

OPINION: NBA playoff potential

Collyn Cowles, Reporter April 13, 2023

With the 2023 NBA regular season officially over, the hunt for a championship begins for the league's top teams, and it’s time to look at who has the most potential to reach the NBA Finals. Eastern...

Rayshaun Baker-Lynch, assistant section editor on the sports desk at The Signpost.

Finding your people

Rayshaun Baker-Lynch, Asst. sports editor April 11, 2023

I’m originally from California, so moving to Utah was a real culture shock. My whole life, I’ve never lived in snow. California pretty much has one season and the saying “The sun is always shining”...

Jean Norman and Alexandrea Bonilla at the pier in Annapolis, Maryland in August of 2022.

Gaslight, gatekeep, girlboss, graduate

April 11, 2023

College can be a lonely place. You have all this freedom, but you're not really sure what to do with it. You’re trying to become your own person and grow as an adult, while still trying to figure out...

Emily Miller standing in front of the "W" rock at Weber State Univerity.

Emily talks about her feelings *NOT CLICKBAIT*

Emily Miller, Copy editor April 11, 2023

In the least dramatic way possible, I have dreaded writing this column for as long as I have known it existed. I have found comfort in writing game coverage and athlete features and avoided columns at...

Shania attending her first block party at WSU in 2015.

Finding confidence in community

Shania Emmett, Reporter April 11, 2023

As an upcoming graduate, I can confidently say that I have learned a lot throughout the years at Weber. It won’t feel real until I'm holding that hard-earned piece of paper. Even then, graduation can...

Opt-in to opportunities

Adam Rubin, Reporter April 11, 2023

When I started really getting serious about my higher education, I had no clue what I was getting into. By coming back to earn my degree, I’ve found that no matter what circumstances I found myself in...

Simon Mortensen, section editor of the sports desk at The Signpost.

Winning the Wildcat way

Simon Mortensen, Sports editor April 11, 2023

When I first enrolled, I looked at Weber State University as just a path to a degree. I didn’t want to join a fraternity or club, nor did I have any school spirit. I went through high school the same...

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