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Mojo’s Cafe Open Mic Night showcases Ogden talent

Nestled in the heart of Ogden is a small music venue that serves as a place for students and citizens of Ogden to cultivate their musical talent. Mojo’s Cafe and Gallery has been around since 2004, when owner Ron Atencio wanted to bring an all-ages music venue to the city and provide a place for [...]

The phrases “midterm week” and “finals week” often evoke negative reactions in Weber State University students. This time of the semester is when the classes get thick with homework, quizzes, tests, readings and hours of studying for most Wildcats, which can sometimes be hard to balance for students who also have jobs. “The most stressful [...]

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Winter may be fast approaching, but that doesn’t mean the outdoor adventures have to stop. For most Wildcats, the cost of outdoor fun in the winter often makes it hard to get out and enjoy the outdoors of Ogden and surrounding areas. “I just can’t afford a ski pass,” said Jessica, a Weber State University [...]

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Due to recent bomb threats on other campuses across the country, the Weber State University police department sent out a special bulletin concerning bomb threat protocol, including a bomb threat form written by the Department of Homeland Security. College campuses in Louisiana, Texas, Ohio and North Dakota have recently received bomb threats, which prompted the [...]

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Weber State University’s Alumni Association held “WSU Salutes” Thursday evening at the Lindquist Alumni Center. The event is part of WSU’s Homecoming Week, and is held to honor alumni who have lived distinguished lives, made a difference in the community, or have otherwise contributed to the success and reputation of WSU. “Weber State University is [...]

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PETA hosts event to illustrate animal cruelty

PETA and Weber State University’s Animal Unanimity group hosted Glass Walls this week, an event that put students in an animal’s perspective inside slaughterhouses and factory farms. The event was named for the film Glass Walls, which was screened for students at the event. “It basically consists of an enormous inflatable tent, inside of which people can [...]

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