Making the transition to high school is no easy task, fortunately for Utah students, the University of Utah has a program that is designed to help lower income kids from disadvantaged communities entering high school. PATHS (Promoting Access to High Schoolers) The University of Utah program supports Utah students from their first day of 9th grade to their first day of … [Read more...]
The “U” on the Mountain
The Block U emblazoned on Mount Van Cott, is lit up during home games for football, basketball, and gymnastics. If you see the red and white lights flashing the Utes have won another game or meet. The “U” can be seen from many areas across the valley, east of the University of Utah campus in the Wasatch Mountain Range. University of Utah seniors first painted their … [Read more...]
Spooky Politics
It’s a spooky time to be living in the United States. There are divisions everywhere, and with so many radical elements popping up, it’s extremely difficult to keep track of them all. Only in the past month did I start researching Antifa, SDS, BLM, the alt-right, Social Justice Warriors, Breitbart, Acorn and Media Matters. Mainstream news has become extremely agenda-driven, and … [Read more...]
Porcupine Pub renovates Historic Utah Fire Station No. 8
For thirty years, Fire Station No. 8 was the home of Market Street Broiler, situated near the University of Utah in the renovated fire house. Utah’s culinary evolution began here in addition to countless business deals, budding relationships and memorable moments. It’s a building steeped in historic memories—for individuals and for the community at large. Listed as a Utah … [Read more...]
Tuition Free Classes for Seniors
If you are over 62, read this story. If you know someone over 62, read this story. In fact, everyone should read this story, because it is about HB 60, one of the best laws ever passed by the Utah legislature. HB 60 allows seniors over 62 (yeah, it is confusing) to attend classes at state-sponsored universities and community colleges for only a $25 registration fee. That … [Read more...]
Samba Fogo: After 25 Years, the Beat Goes On
While most may not think of Utah as a hub of multicultural artistic expression, the 13 dancers and 25 drummers that make up Salt Lake-based Afro-Brazilian group Samba Fogo are working to change that. For 25 years, their signature shows, which incorporate traditional drumming and dancing, as well as fire performances, have thundered through venues across the state, and the … [Read more...]
Science of a Snowflake
When most people see a mound of snow, they just see an accumulation of snow, but according to Tim Garrett, Professor of Atmospheric Sciences at the University of Utah, it’s really a big pile of snowflakes. “When they land on the ground they start to change over time, because even on the ground they are still evolving,” says Garrett. “In early December, there were snowflakes … [Read more...]
University of Utah Body Donor Program
The dead help teach the living through the University of Utah Body Donor Program. Last year, over 200 individuals chose to donate their bodies to science. Kerry Peterson, who directs the program, said the reason for doing so is unique for each individual, but the common thread is altruism. “We have had a person as young as 13 and as old as 108 donate their bodies. People … [Read more...]
300 South Bikepath: Cyclists Still Use the Sidewalk
The bike lanes on 300 South have been a source confusion for both residents and business owners. Mayor Becker’s dedication to have a protected bike lane that connects to the University of Utah has been a well-documents controversy. At first, Becker wanted to convert 200 South into a bike-friendly route, but he was met with far too much opposition from business-owners and city … [Read more...]
Keys On Main – George Kelly
A high school senior excursion changed the course of George Hasenohrl’s life. During the trip, he and some friends snuck into a dueling piano bar. He watched as the players pounded out Billy Joel and Elton John songs. He knew right then that he needed to learn how to do that. Hasenohrl, who uses the stage name George Kelly, says, “I always wanted to be a performer. In high … [Read more...]