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Bradee Dall showing kids optical illusions and explaining how the brain sees things at the neuroscience event in March 2022.

WSU Neuroscience Program hosts Brain Awareness Week

Saria Harris, Reporter March 19, 2024

Spring break is a highly-anticipated week for every Weber State University student to relax from late-night homework and early morning classes. While students sleep in, WSU's Neuroscience Program and volunteers...

Caution tape is strung up to keep people from going into the Ogden River because of the dangerous conditions of the river.

Drought continues after record winter

McKinna Baird, Reporter September 7, 2023

This past winter was unique for Utah; record-breaking snowfall brought flooding to Salt Lake City, which hasn’t been seen in 40 years. However, this excessive snowpack hasn’t solved Utah’s drought. Public...

The balcony of the Student Services building makes for good viewing. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost) Photo credit: Joshua Wineholt

Water usage makes waves at WSU

Kainoa Nunez March 22, 2019

Utah is famous for its landscapes, mountains and nature centers, but it's also known as one of the driest states in North America. According to the Utah Division of Water Resources, the average...

Winter is here, pollution is near

Winter is here, pollution is near

Tori Waltz January 24, 2019

Utah winters are a time for outdoor activities like skiing and snowboarding. However, residents have lately been forced to remain indoors due to bad air quality. With a blanket of inversion spreading throughout...

Swim, spawn, die and repeat

Swim, spawn, die and repeat

Brandon May September 21, 2018

Each fall, trees are not the only part of Northern Utah that change colors by turning red: So do Kokanee Salmon. Every year at this time, thousands of Kokanee Salmon surge upstream to the tributaries...

Weber State students reduce carbon footprint and save money with UTA EdPasses

Weber State students reduce carbon footprint and save money with UTA EdPasses

Weston Lee August 20, 2018

Utah Transit Authority EdPasses are available to students as a free benefit at Weber State University. UTA EdPasses come with full access to the busses, TRAX, and Frontrunner across the Wasatch Front.While...

The Impossible Burger at Harp and Hound in Ogden. Photo credit: Weston Lee

Growing a meat-filled future

Weston Lee July 30, 2018

As vegan friendly options, menus, and eateries continue to grow across Ogden and the Wasatch Front, lab-grown meat seeks to be the alternative even carnivores can enjoy.Sirrus Lawson, a Weber State University...

A preserved pioneer handcart sits on display at the Weber County Daughters of Utah Pioneers Museum.

From pioneers to the present: 170 years of technological growth

Weston Lee July 16, 2018

July 24 marks the annual Utah holiday of Pioneer Day, serving as a reminder of social and technological progress that has shaped society along the Wasatch Front.Aside from Native Americans and fur trappers...

Davion Berry (15) looks to pass the ball Photo credit: Jayne Kamin-Oncea for The Basketball Tournament

Wildcats reunite in the desert for annual tournament

Harrison Epstein July 17, 2017

In their first round matchup in The Basketball Tournament, the number 11 seed Wasatch Front was taken down by the six seed team, Challenge ALS, by a score of 97–81. The Basketball Tournament is a...

Damian Lillard signs autographs for fans following a WSU game against Northern Colorado in 2012. (The Signpost Archives)

Famous ’Cats: Know your legends

Daniel Ray April 3, 2017

Weber State University has been home to many incredible athletes over the years. Athletes who calls themselves Wildcats bleed purple and breathe white. They strive for greatness and achieve the undeniable...

The mountains await

The mountains await

Brooke Facer June 27, 2016
Looking to slim down for your bikini body? Try a hike!
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