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Año nuevo, ¿Tú nuevo?

Marianna Lopez Luritta, Translator January 19, 2023

Según Insideout Mastery, sólo el 9% de la gente mantiene sus propósitos de Año Nuevo durante todo el año. Sin embargo, algunos estudiantes de la Weber State University están decididos a cumplir sus...

Headphones on the windowsill of the podcast studio for use during recording in the studio.

A chat with the ‘Cats

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter January 19, 2023

After the social and political turmoil of 2020, some members of Weber State University’s faculty joined together to create the “Wildcat Conversations” podcast. The podcast, which is on its third...

Russ Dean looking over his students work and teaching them the skills needed for CSI work.

Recordando a Russ: profesor, mentor y pionero

Marianna Lopez Luritta and Sky Mundell January 17, 2023

El 31 de diciembre, el condado de Weber State University sufrió una pérdida significativa con el fallecimiento de Russ Dean. Los que le conocieron consideran a Dean un pionero en el campo de la ciencia...

Russ Dean looking over his students work and teaching them the skills needed for CSI work.

Remembering Russ: A professor, mentor and pioneer

Sky Mundell, Reporter January 17, 2023

On Dec. 31, Weber State University suffered a loss with the passing of Russ Dean. Dean is considered by those who knew him as a pioneer in the field of forensic science, especially as it pertains to Weber...

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...

New students attending an orientation of the Weber State campus.

Retaining and maintaining Weber’s student body

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter December 6, 2022

Weber State University’s student retention rates have grown as administration continues their efforts to help students stay at WSU, especially those in risk-categories. WSU’s retention rates for...

Commemorative Weber State plate and vintage Weber State sweater on display in the Lindquist Alumni Center.

Staying in touch with WSU

Aaron Lowe, Reporter December 6, 2022

As the fall semester comes to an end, graduation ceremonies begin. It brings into question how students can stay connected with Weber State University after graduation. Some ways graduates can stay connected...

Branches of the trees are decorated with snowflakes, holiday flowers, ornaments and lights.

Santa’s helpers

Aaron Lowe, Reporter November 29, 2022

The Community Christmas program is a fundraiser that benefits over 2,000 children and families in the Weber, Davis and Box Elder County areas. Weber State University is taking part in this initiative by...

A festive Autumn wreath hanging on the entrance door to the Department of Student Involvement and Leadership.

Weber State’s welcome plan

Aaron Lowe, Reporter November 17, 2022

The International Student & Scholars Center is launching a Friendship Family Program to connect incoming international students with Weber State University faculty and staff members. WSU has a large...

Furniture in the new KWCR room covered in plastic wrap to protect it from debris.

Student leaders step up for KWCR

Brisa Odenthal, Reporter November 10, 2022

On Sept. 15, Weber State University’s radio station, KWCR, was moved from their original office space on the second floor of Shepherd Union. Though the transition was last-minute and there were those...

Senate at Weber State gathered for their meeting on October 31st.

Senate Sitdown 10/31

Sky Mundell, Reporter November 3, 2022

The student senate meeting on Oct. 31 opened with no issues being voiced during the issues forum. Instead, former WSUSA student senator Amanda Jones took the podium with Center for Multicultural Excellence...

The W rock on campus surrounded by snow.

There’s snow place like Weber

Breanna Hart, Editor-in-chief November 3, 2022

Hey Wildcats! Here are some photos our photography editor, Kennedy Camarena, took of campus during our first snow. Remember to stay safe this winter! Breanna Hart, Editor-in-chief of The Signpost

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