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UVU calls Sharon McMahon a force for good. Critics call the choice 'tone deaf'
Emma Pitts, Deseret News | Posted April 8 - 5:34 p.m.
Mixed reactions followed Utah Valley University's announcement last month that "America's Government Teacher," Sharon McMahon, would be the 2026 commencement speaker.
How UVU and Loveland Living Planet Aquarium are partnering to boost oceanography in Utah
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted March 29 - 2:00 p.m.
On Wednesday, Utah Valley University entered into a partnership with the Loveland Living Planet Aquarium to provide undergraduates with expanded learning and research opportunities.
Why Utah Valley will play in the WAC Tournament while under active litigation from conference
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted March 12 - 10:37 a.m.
The university alleges the WAC has failed to pay $2.3 million in unpaid NCAA deposits and other revenues since it announced it was leaving for the Big West Conference, effective July 1, 2026.
WAC attempts to bar Utah Valley from tournament before escrow payment
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted March 10 - 8:46 p.m.
The WAC threatened to release a new bracket for the men's and women's tournament if the Wolverines didn't comply with a court-ordered mandate to place $1 million in escrow by 5 p.m. MDT Tuesday.
WAC champion Utah Valley receives another injunction to play in conference tournament
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted March 6 - 7:50 p.m.
The Wolverines will be allowed to play in the WAC men's and women's basketball tournaments next week in Las Vegas after receiving another temporary restraining order in Utah's Fourth District Court.
Will UVU sports teams be allowed to play in the postseason?
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Feb. 27 - 12:08 p.m.
Utah Valley University sports teams will be allowed to play in upcoming Western Athletic Conference postseason tournaments amid an ongoing legal dispute between the school and the league over exit fees.
Judge grants temporary injunction against WAC, allowing Utah Valley athletes to compete
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Feb. 25 - 10:05 a.m.
Judge Denise M. Porter granted a 14-day temporary restraining order against the Western Athletic Conference that will allow Utah Valley University athletes to compete in this weekend's WAC indoor track and field championships.
WAC files $1 million lawsuit against Utah Valley University over exit fees
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Feb. 3 - 2:54 p.m.
The conference, which will rebrand as the United Athletic Conference in July, says Utah Valley declined to pay a contractually obligated exit fee to leave for the Big West.
From Charlie Kirk to redistricting fights, a look at the biggest political stories of 2025
Bridger Beal-Cvetko, KSL | Posted Jan. 4 - 5:00 p.m.
From the assassination of Charlie Kirk to fights over congressional maps, here are the biggest stories that shaped Utah politics in 2025.
Utah Valley track athlete's national title stripped after alleged violation
Sean Walker, KSL | Posted Dec. 29 - 5:30 p.m.
Multiple publications reported Monday that former UVU distance standout Everlyn Kemboi had her 10,000-meter national title from the 2023 NCAA outdoor track and field championships vacated by the association's committee on infractions.
At the site of Charlie Kirk's assassination, senators look for ways to end political violence
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 13 - 10:00 a.m.
Sen. John Curtis and Arizona Sen. Mark Kelly sat down on the other side of Utah Valley University to confront an epidemic of political violence and chart a course toward solutions.
What Dr. Ben Carson said to UVU students about prayer, resiliency — and Charlie Kirk's legacy
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 8 - 10:32 p.m.
In a lecture touching on faith, prayer, resiliency, the promise of America and finding common ground with others, Dr. Ben Carson traced his own unexpected path from childhood poverty to renown and influence across multiple communities.
Utah university where Charlie Kirk was killed is expanding its police force
Hannah Schoenbaum, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 6 - 7:11 p.m.
The Utah university where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated is expanding its police force and adding security managers after it received criticism for its lack of key safety measures.
UVU students return to campus to pick up belongings left behind after shooting
Alex Cabrero, KSL | Posted Sept. 12 - 9:34 p.m.
It was a small but emotional moment for some Utah Valley University students Friday, as they collected personal items left behind after witnessing the shooting death of Charlie Kirk.
Utah's Native American Summit: Bringing the state's tribes together
Caitlin Keith, Deseret News | Posted Aug. 2 - 10:12 p.m.
The annual Native American Summit began Friday at Utah Valley University in Orem, bringing together Utah's eight federally recognized tribes, state agencies and other stakeholders.
Linking 'education' with 'compassion': UVU opening free health clinic
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted July 20 - 10:03 a.m.
Utah County residents, especially those without medical insurance, will soon have improved local access to care with the expected opening of the Bingham Family Clinic this winter.
'Real world' experiences can yield college credit for Utah Valley University students
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted May 15 - 10:04 a.m.
The aim of expanding UVU's Credit for Prior Learning program is simple: Increase graduation rates while providing a faster route to career advancement.
UVU's high return on investment for students of all backgrounds earning national salutes
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted May 1 - 6:09 a.m.
The institutional opportunities being offered have earned UVU an "Opportunity College and University" designation by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.
Will Utah build the world's next AI hub? The governor's trade mission to Canada could open the door
Brigham Tomco, Deseret News | Posted April 11 - 8:06 a.m.
Mila Quebec Artificial Intelligence Institute boasts a catalog of nearly 2,600 scientific articles on AI since 2018. The secret they shared with Utah? Mastering AI's borderless potential requires bringing research and commercialization into close proximity — the tighter the better.
UVU ranks No. 1 for grads opening local businesses
Cassidy Wixom, KSL | Posted March 24 - 7:05 p.m.
Utah Valley University was ranked first in the nation for the amount of graduates who open businesses in the same state as their alma mater.
Utah Valley snaps 4-game losing streak with emphatic rout of Abilene Christian
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted Feb. 10 - 5:32 p.m.
Powered by a career-high 20 points from Ethan Potter, the Wolverines finally broke through with a 29-point blowout of Abilene Christian Saturday afternoon.
Wolverines doomed by cold-shooting 2nd half in loss to Tarleton State
Alex Tumalip, KSL | Posted Feb. 8 - 11:19 p.m.
Utah Valley followed up a 38-point first half by scoring only 23 second-half points in a gut-wrenching loss to Tarleton State Thursday.
Utah universities go to court to stop release of NIL contracts
Dennis Romboy, Deseret News | Posted Dec. 2 - 7:40 p.m.
Five Utah universities are challenging a State Records Committee decision that college athletes' name, image and likeness contracts are public records.
Utah Valley women's volleyball takes 3-0 sweep over Southern Utah
Caroline Montierth, KSL | Posted Nov. 9 - 9:53 p.m.
Utah Valley women's volleyball earns 3-0 sweep over Southern Utah during the in-state rivalry series in Orem on Thrusday.
