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Alan Hall and Charles Wright embrace after Hall gave opening remarks at the farewell social on April 13. Photo credit: Chloe Walker

Parting gifts and kind words as President Wight prepares for departure

Jennifer Guzman April 14, 2018

Faculty, students, community members and close friends of President Wight gathered April 13 to honor Wight as he prepares for his newest journey as president of Salisbury University this upcoming 2018-2019...

Clinician Mckelle Ellertson demonstrates services offered to students, with Ashlyn Winmill acting as patient. (Mustafa Alshilati / The Signpost)

Keeping your wealth without destroying your health in college

Jennifer Guzman March 30, 2018

Healthcare and the general wellness of the American population has been one of the biggest topics of discussion for the past decade, but the students who walk the grounds of Weber State have attentive...

Flags from all different countries hang on either side of the banquet. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

Giving a spotlight to Weber’s international students through food and dance

Jennifer Guzman March 28, 2018

Embracing the cultural diversity Weber State University exhibits, the annual international banquet displayed artwork, song, food and dance for community members and students on March 24.The International...

Senegalese author Mariètou Mbaye Biléoma, pen name Ken Bugul, in March 2010 (Wikimedia Commons)

The rise and imprint of leadership with the Senegalese women

Jennifer Guzman March 16, 2018

Jasmine Abdullah got involved with the Black Lives Matter movement because she was tired of burying her friends.“I will fight for everyone. I will fight injustice everywhere. Why? Because it is my...

Alex Sheen, founder of the nonprofit organization because I said I would

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Promoting integrity by making promises

Jennifer Guzman January 31, 2018

Promoting the power of integrity within promises and the effect it has on communities around the globe, Alex Sheen, founder of the international social movement "because I said I would," retold his viral...

Do your know your news? Nov. 30

Jennifer Guzman November 29, 2017

1. Which actress recently made the news for her engagement to Prince Henry of Wales? a. Nina Dobrev b. Chloe Grace Moretz c. Meghan Markle 2. Which social media platform will...

Miguel (voice of newcomer Anthony Gonzalez) dreams of becoming an accomplished musician like the celebrated Ernesto de la Cruz (voice of Benjamin Bratt) in the Disney Pixar film, "Coco." (Pixar)

‘Coco’ captures Mexican culture in cinematic scope

Jennifer Guzman November 26, 2017

In a display of bright colors and lively music, Disney and Pixar’s newest creation, “Coco,” explores Mexican culture surrounding Día de los Muertos celebrations.The movie follows...

Andrew Cecotti presents his piece From Autopsy to Embryo. Photo credit: Jennifer Guzman

Writers open up at Metaphor mic event

Jennifer Guzman November 22, 2017

Poems, flash fiction and short stories were given a voice at the Nov. 18 Metaphor Open Mic Night as Weber State University students and Ogden community members crowded Booked on 25th's overflow area. Metaphor...

Native American flags displayed during a protest (found on wikicommons)

Native Symposium lays the foundation for insight and advocacy

Jennifer Guzman November 11, 2017

Taking advantage of the opportunity to teach others of Native culture, the Native Symposium laid down the foundation with various workshops and ceremonies throughout the month of November, also known as...

Three mixing bowls full of the ingredients going into a dish. (Joshua Wineholt / The Signpost)

SIL group wins heated cooking competition

Jennifer Guzman November 11, 2017

Spice Spice Baby, the Student Involvement and Leadership cooking group, won the fourth annual Weber State University Meal Madness culinary competition under the pressure of a ticking clock on Nov. 9.SIL...

Silent auction gift baskets Photo credit: Jennifer Guzman

“Scarecrow” raises funds and volunteer opportunities

Jennifer Guzman October 19, 2017

In partnership with the Boys and Girls Club of Weber-Davis, the Weber State University Student Association and volunteers helped assemble the necessary items for Scarecrow, a yearly auction event dedicated...

Students jam out at the Homecoming Dance

Wildcats masquerade for homecoming

Jennifer Guzman September 24, 2017

Wildcats suited and masked up for the annual homecoming dance on Sept. 22, honoring a Weber State University tradition performed during homecoming week. The theme for the formal homecoming dance changes...

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