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Dr. Kuehls and Dr. Murray pose for a great debate about the Electoral College Voting process. Nikki Dorber / The Signpost

Should we abandon the Electoral College?

Landin Griffith October 3, 2019

From his famous last words, “You’re fired,” on the reality television show “The Apprentice” to becoming President of the United States, Donald J. Trump has defied the rules...

In response to our previous issue

In response to our previous issue

Cole Eckhardt September 30, 2017

The Signpost ran a column under the headline "National Felons League: The best team of criminals since 'The Longest Yard'" on Sept. 28, intended to assemble a hypothetical all-star team of NFL players...

Charles Bowker, right, plays a doctor in a mock scenario at an investigative journalism bootcamp, a camp Signpost staff and nearby Utah student journalists instructed for high school students interested in pursuing journalism. (Photo by Adam Fondren)

Until next time, happy reading!

Charles Bowker April 17, 2017

It is tradition at The Signpost for the outgoing editor-in-chief to write one more column as a sort of capstone to his or her time in the position. As the task has now fallen to me, I find myself at a...

U.S. President Barack Obama shakes hands with President-elect Donald Trump on Thursday, Nov. 10, 2016 in the Oval Office of the White House in Washington, D.C. in their first public step toward a transition of power. (Source: Tribune News Service)

Combating hate with love

Charles Bowker November 13, 2016

  America is hurting right now, and it's not just because Donald Trump will soon be sworn in as president. This past year has been hard on this country. From mass shootings to a documented...

Charles Bowker, Fall 2016 - Spring 2017 Editor in Chief. (Emily Crooks / The Signpost)

Seeking truth, not slander

Charles Bowker October 28, 2016

Again, I would like to reiterate all of the amazing things that the leadership of WSUSA has done this semester in bringing the campus together and in working to develop their programs to be more inclusive...

WSUSA executives meet behind a glass wall, as they close their meetings to the public on Oct. 19. (Gabe Cerritos / The Signpost)

Defending good and fair journalism

Charles Bowker October 23, 2016

Let me begin by taking a moment to praise the WSUSA executive group on their efforts to unify the student body. Since the semester began, the activities have shown that through positive efforts the student...

WSUSA Executive Board has been fighting to close their doors to the public and the press. (The Signpost Archives)

Viewpoint: Let your voice be heard

Charles Bowker October 6, 2016

  In honor of National Newspaper Week, I'd like to take a moment and look back on the legacy of your right to be heard. As we reflect on American history and study the American Revolution,...

Waldo the Wildcat hugs a boy in the stands of Weber State Universitys first football game of the season on Sept 17. (Dalton Flandro / The Signpost)

What’s in a name?

Charles Bowker September 29, 2016
Does a name really matter when it comes to being a sports fan?

Signpost staff’s favorite Halloween traditions and memories

October 28, 2015

Lauren Porter My Halloween activities vary year to year, but the one thing I do without fail every October is watch “Hocus Pocus.” It may be super cliche, but there is something comforting in having...

Viewpoint: Gay marriage, it's about time

June 29, 2015

For many on The Signpost editorial board, learning that the Supreme Court of the United States has chosen to recognize marriage between same-sex couples in all 50 states was a relief. When asked if this...

Viewpoint: Embrace general education

April 21, 2015

How often do you hear a classmate or college friend say, “I hate this class,” “This class is useless,” or “I’m never going to use this information in my career. It’s such a waste of time”? It...

Un debate crítico sobre Snowden y la NSA

April 16, 2015

La semana pasada, John Oliver de la serie “Last Week Tonight” de HBO causo un gran impacto de nuevo cuando él entrevistó al filtrador del documento de NSA Edward Snowden en Moscú. Mientras que...

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