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Cornerback Devin Pugh played for the Wildcats from 2010-2012.

Then and now: The truths about transferring

Dontae McMillan, Contributor April 18, 2023

Few changes have impacted college sports quite like the NCAA transfer portal has. Defined by the NCAA as a “compliance tool to systematically manage the transfer process from start to finish,” the...

Option C is least destructive but it is missing a designated Lagoon lane.

Proposed changes for Glovers Lane

Lexie Andrew, Culture editor April 18, 2023

Utah’s Department of Transportation is 70% done with one of its biggest projects, the West Davis Corridor. This project extends Legacy Highway from Farmington to West Point. While all eyes are on the...

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Transgender youth are being mistreated across the country

Windsor Moore, Contributor April 18, 2023

Since 2020, state legislatures across the United States have taken aim at transgender youth, passing law after law to limit gender-affirming resources and care necessary to their transition. In 2020,...

A cat named Coriander Bean, right after waking up to a camera in his face, available for adoption at Best Friends Animal Society's Salt Lake City location.

The reality of no-kill shelters in Utah

Kennedy Camarena, Section Editor April 18, 2023

Dogs barking, cats meowing and the chatter of local Utah families hoping to find a new pet to bring into their lives — these are the near-constant sounds of animal shelters and rescues all across Utah...

Utah’s lack of suicide resources

Utah’s lack of suicide resources

Hannah Moore, Contributor April 18, 2023

Content Warning: This story deals with suicide/self harm. If you or someone you know are thinking of hurting yourself, call 988 Suicide and Crisis Hotline for help. Utah has one of the highest rates in...

Colleen Ballard at the hospital for egg retrieval surgery, part of the in vitro fertilization process.

A peek into PCOS

Jessica Krok, Contributor April 18, 2023

Colleen Ballard found out at age 21 she had a genetic reproductive condition that would prevent her from having children. “I was too scared to share with family and friends what was happening,” Ballard...

Weber State University spring commencement, April 26, 2019.

The gender shift in education

Parham Kermani, Contributor April 18, 2023

The passing of Title IX in 1972 has changed the way higher education treats women and since, women have passed men in graduation rates. Title IX protects against sex-based discrimination based in education....

Benjamin Ess's essay written on the wall on the third floor of the McKay Education building.

Decoration before deconstruction: Saying goodbye to the McKay Education Building

Kennedy Camarena, Photography editor April 11, 2023

As the spring 2023 semester comes to an end, Weber State University students studying within the McKay Education Building are finding themselves saying goodbye to the structure, which is set to be demolished...

Decorations set out at grad finale along with graduation attire. Photo taken in December 2022.

A chorus of college colors

Gretel Monjar, News Reporter April 11, 2023

Turning their tassel from right to left is a defining moment that graduates are likely to remember for years to come. Weber State University tassels come in many colors, each with a purpose other than...

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...

Anna Hobbs and Trisha Beckstead working on Nontraditional Student files. Taken Aug. 2021.

OPINION: Life as a nontraditional student

Tim Costello, Columnist March 28, 2023

“It is never too late” is something we hear often throughout our lives. It can be about accomplishing our dreams, trying new hobbies or even attending college. As a nontraditional student, it is a...

A group of retirees who attended the retirement reception standing together for a group photo.

Recognizing Weber’s retirees

Gretel Monjar, News Reporter March 16, 2023

Weber State University’s Academic Affairs held a recognition ceremony for retiring faculty and staff for the 2022-23 academic year. Colleagues expressed thanks for the work of those leaving WSU. Attendees...

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