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How to Cope with Isolation and Manage Stress During COVID-19.

Francia Benson November 9, 2020

COVID-19 is causing significant disruptions in everybody’s lives. The uncertainty, isolation, and fear are stressors the population has been living under for the last three weeks.The National Institute...

Voter dropping off their ballot at the Davis County dropbox at the Farmington Community Center. (Paige McKinnon, The Signpost).

The voter’s path to the 2020 election

Francia Benson November 2, 2020

The 2020 U.S. presidential election will take place on Nov. 3, and, for many, there is a lot at stake. Four major issues have helped shape the campaigns for the candidates: the COVID-19 pandemic, the Black...

Due to Covid-19 the main ogden campus has been much emptier than past semesters. (Emily Crooks / The Signpost) Photo credit: Signpost Archives

The latest updates on coronavirus on campus and surrounding areas

Francia Benson October 26, 2020

As of Oct. 26, Utah has reported a total of 104,882 COVID-19 cases, according to the Utah government’s website. Davis, Morgan and Weber counties, where most Weber State University students reside,...

With the election closing in, favorability ratings are starting to solidify Americans’ views on the presidential nominees.

Do you know your news? Oct. 27

Francia Benson October 26, 2020

1. In what country are women violently protesting the Catholic church for the right to have an abortion?a. Spainb. Francec. Mexicod. Poland2. What state is poised to be the linchpin to a presidential election...

Over fall break, campus saw few students studying in person. (Robert Lewis / The Signpost)

COVID-19 case uncertainty following fall break

Francia Benson October 19, 2020

Colleges and universities struggled with the dilemma of whether or not to cancel fall break in order to minimize the exposure to COVID-19.Weber State University decided to continue with the established...

As the coronavirus continues, state governors have been mandating new mask restrictions.

Do you know your news? Oct. 13

Francia Benson October 12, 2020

1. A leader of protests against new coronavirus restrictions was arrested on charges of inciting to riot in which city?a. Los Angelesb. Salt Lake Cityc. Oklahomad. Brooklyn2. In which state did a judge...

Art with chalk covered areas of Davis Campus sidewalks to start off Homecoming 2020.  (Nikki Dorber / The Signpost)

For some WSU students, stay-at-home homecoming lacks the appeal

Francia Benson October 7, 2020

Due to COVID-19, much has been moved to a virtual format, including WSU Homecoming. But for some, participating through Zoom doesn't sound very appealing. Students, especially freshmen, look forward to...

Weber State Votes logo. Photo credit: Weber State

Vote smart

Francia Benson September 28, 2020

When we were children, bullies threatened us to give them our lunch or money. As adults, bullying is much less straightforward. One form of bullying now is political cyberbullying, where online accounts...

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Do you know your news? Sept. 22

Francia Benson September 21, 2020

1. How many COVID-19 deaths did the United States have as of Sept. 21?a. 120,000b. 1,000,000c. 75,000d. 200,000 2. Who is one of the front-runners to fill the seat left vacant by the death of Justice Ruth...

Remembering the fallen during a deadly pandemic

Francia Benson September 14, 2020

This Sept. 11 marked the 19th anniversary of the 2001 terrorist attacks in New York City. On the morning of Sept. 11, 2001, at 8:46 a.m., a jet hijacked by terrorists crashed into the World Trade Center,...

Student Support Services is located inside the Student Services Center, room 265. It provides first-generation and low-income students with academic support. (Steven Clift / The Signpost)

More virtual? No problem

Francia Benson September 4, 2020

Technology and virtual services have taken over our lives. With all the changes due to COVID-19, it is hard to know what services are available and in what format on campus. Below, are the primary ways...

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Do you know your news? Sept. 8

Francia Benson September 4, 2020

1. According to a recent Suffolk poll, what percentage of Americans will choose not to get the COVID-19 vaccine when it first comes available?a. Half the populationb. 90 percent of the populationc. Less...

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