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Brianna McMillan, doctoral student at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, led research that revealed background noise can hinder young children's ability to learn new words. (Source: Tribune News Service) Photo credit: MCT & Tribune News Service

Background noise hinders learning for children

Kellie Plumhof July 25, 2016

Without even thinking, most people will turn on music, TV or talk-radio to fill the silence when they’re at home. According to new research however, this background noise may be negatively affecting...

4 things Weber State students can be grateful for

November 22, 2014

The wonderful holiday that November is famous for is coming, and it is coming fast. Folks, it's time to welcome Thanksgiving with open arms. Before you start sulking and insisting that you have nothing...

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