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Climbers flock to Vantage, Wash. on Feb. 3, 2018. With spring more climbers will head outside, underscoring the importance of safety.

OPINION: Adventure is out there: WSU Outdoor Program

Braden Kislin, Reporter July 4, 2023

Weber State University sits in the middle of unrivaled natural beauty, extending an open invitation to exploration, adventure and education. Recognizing this, WSU has worked to make its Outdoor Program...

Painted T-shirts were hung up in the hallway leading towards the event as part of the Clothesline Project. The project aims to raise awareness for survivors of assault and abuse.

Shatter the Silence, Stop the Violence: Women’s Center hosts Take Back the Night

McKinna Baird, Reporter April 6, 2023

Weber State University’s Women’s Center held its annual “Take Back the Night” event at The Monarch venue in Ogden. The event consisted of a keynote speaker, a march, refreshments and a “speak-out.”...

The centerpieces on the tables made with national flags and photos of influential women.

Remembering influential women in history

Terra Bell, Reporter March 23, 2023

Bertha Benz, a German inventor and wife and partner of automobile inventor Karl Benz, decided on Aug. 5, 1888, to take her two sons, Richard and Eugen, and traveled 105 km across unpaved roads without...

And that’s on period! WSU expands free menstrual products

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter March 21, 2023

Weber State University students may have noticed an increase in the availability of free menstrual products around campus. This is due to efforts from the Scientistas Student Club, in partnership with...

Making her scarf flare, incoming WSU Hispanic Senator Jennifer Duenaz dances around the Shepherd Union on Oct. 4, 2022.

Here for HERstory

Gretel Monjar, News Reporter March 14, 2023

Weber State University’s Women’s Center invited the WSU community to celebrate Women’s History Month, or “Herstory” Month, this March. The center will be partnering with other organizations on...

Pictured from left to right: Genesis Vargas, Joshua Wooton, University President Brad Mortensen and Adrienne Andrews. Students discussing the closure of the CME and potential solutions with the panel.

The closure of the CME: Weber’s new plan for inclusivity

Lexie Andrew, Asst. culture editor January 10, 2023

Weber State University students received an unexpected shock when a campus-wide email was sent out detailing the closure and changes happening to the Center for Multicultural Excellence on Nov. 18. These...

A flag with the domestic violence ribbon on it flying in the wind. (MGN)

WSU’s domestic violence awareness efforts

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter September 29, 2022

Since 1989, October has been recognized as National Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In the state of Utah, 1 in 3 women will be a victim of domestic violence. Throughout this month, Weber State University’s...

Human rights activists held flags in support during the march. (The Signpost Archives)

Telling the stories of her

Coby Crisler March 13, 2022

Weber State University's Women's Herstory Month, led by Weber State's Women's Center, began on March 1. Throughout the month there are many activities and events planned that all centered on empowering...

Graduates move their tassles from right to left during graduation in spring 2016. Photo credit: Signpost Archives

A finish line finale

Makayla Geddes November 29, 2021

With finals and graduation fast approaching, it’s easy to get stressed and frazzled. However, there are a number of events and resources that students can use to prepare for and enjoy the end of...

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Police blotter Oct. 8

Joshua Kamp October 6, 2021

Sexual assaultsA WSU officer was informed on Oct. 4 about a sex offense that had previously occurred. Looking into the case, the officer found that the victim does not want to pursue charges. The victim...

Sexual harassment is widely unreported, but there are many resources available on WSU campuses that help survivors. Photo credit: Aubree Eckhardt

Finding help at WSU when you need it the most

Jennifer Greenlee April 21, 2021

In early March, the United Nations Women National Committee United Kingdom released a study with a startling statistic about sexual harassment: 97% of women between the ages of 18 and 24 have faced some...

Celebrating valiant women

Celebrating valiant women

Kierstynn King March 24, 2021

A moment for someone to reflect, create a conversation, have their day brightened and recognize inspiration is what the education and empowerment assistants at the Women’s Center hope students experience...

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