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As social media increasingly influences everyday life, Generation Z’s online humor mirrors their struggles with mental health challenges. Social media has contributed to Gen Z’s desensitization to serious social issues, resulting in harsher interpretations and reactions online.

Tragedy, TikToks and taboo jokes: Understanding Gen Z’s humor

Alyssa Bayles, Contributor March 20, 2025

When Luigi Mangione was arrested for shooting UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson on a New York City sidewalk in December, Gen Z quickly turned the tragedy into memes across Instagram, X and TikTok. The...

Jeniel Zimmerman maintains a smile despite her hardships.

‘Ignore it’: Despite industry growth, some women in gaming say skepticism and online aggression persists

Jonathan Yi, Contributor March 20, 2025

This story is jointly published as part of the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College, Southern Utah University,...

Navigating communication and media consumption in the digital era

Ashley Orduna, Contributor March 20, 2025

This story is jointly published as part of the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College, Southern Utah University,...

‘No cap’: How Gen Z slang is shaking up office talk

Shyanne Beecher, Contributor March 20, 2025

Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, entered the workforce and reshaped the way people communicate in a professional setting. Phrases like “facts” and “slay” are being used in meetings, leaving...

From nostalgia to brain rot: The shifting landscape of video games

Gerardo Galvez-Zamora, Contributor March 20, 2025

This story is jointly published as part of the Utah College Media Collaborative, a cross-campus project bringing together emerging journalists from Salt Lake Community College, Southern Utah University,...

Outside view from New York New York Hotel located in Las Vegas.

Culture Quiz 3/13

Megan Swann, Editor March 13, 2025

QUESTIONS: 1. Which famous couple was recently spotted in Park City? A. Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce B. Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds C. Zendaya and Tom Holland D. Beyonce and Jay-Z 2. Which...

Annie Taylor Dee and Thomas Dee in 1902.// Annie Taylor Dee y Thomas Dee en 1902.

The women who shaped Weber State

Megan Swann, Editor March 11, 2025

While on campus, it’s easy to recognize the many people who have helped shape Weber State University’s history. Their names appear on the side of buildings, over classrooms and even on entire departments....

Antonio Sacre grew up bilingually in a Cuban and Irish-American and has published award-winning books and audio recordings, and is now having his stories developed for film and television.// El Cubano irlandes-Americano Antonio Sacre crecio siendo bilingue y ha publicado libros ganadores de premios y grabaciones audio grabaciones y ahora sus historias se estancia adaptando para el cine y televisión.

Weber State holds 29th annual Storytelling Festival

Wiktoria Kolodziejczyk, Reporter February 25, 2025

Stories will be spun throughout Weber State University’s campus this week during the 29th annual Storytelling Festival. Held Feb. 24-26, the event will provide opportunities to hear from a diverse lineup...

Milandousita dances to the drums. (AJ Handley/The Signpost)

Black History Month launches at Shepherd Union

Wiktoria Kolodziejczyk, Reporter February 18, 2025

The Black History Month launch on Feb. 3 in the Shepherd Union Atrium was a vibrant start to celebrating a month of important American history and Black culture. Maryan Shale, a student engagement program...

International Student Affairs Office at Shepherd Union.// Oficina de asuntos de estudiantes internacionales en Sheperd Union.

Checking in on international students at WSU

Alfonso Rubio, Asst. Editor February 18, 2025

Leer en español Addendum: This story has been edited for accuracy. Schooling can be a very overwhelming and stressful experience, and living and adapting to a new country is a challenge in itself....

Weber State students wait at the Strands of Strength event to have their hair done.

Strands of Strength: Braiding hair and educating students

Wiktoria Kolodziejczyk, Reporter February 18, 2025

In celebration of Black History Month, Weber State University’s Student Success Center hosted free braids and haircuts on Feb. 11 during the Strands of Strength event.“Hair brings everyone together,...

The Egyptian theater is the only theater in Old Town and an integral one for Sundance Film Festival.// El teatro egipcio es el unico teatro en Old Town y un elemento integral para el festival del cine Sundance.

Culture Quiz 1/30

Megan Swann, Editor January 30, 2025

QUESTIONS: 1. Which British actor attended the 2025 Sundance Film Festival? A. Henry Cavill B. Tom Holland C. Benedict Cumberbatch D. Phoebe Waller-Bridge 2. How much money is Justin Baldoni suing...

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