Author: Lisa Simpson

BYU Voices, Featured, Life, News

Do You Donate Plasma Because You’re Poor or Just Lonely? Survey Results In

Every day as the Earth spins and the Utah Valley hums, hundreds of students choose to donate their plasma. Getting stuck with a needle can’t be anyone’s favorite pass time. Why do they do it? In a Qualtrics survey conducted by the BYU Sociology Department, student donors were asked what really motivates them to sell their bodies. Common trends in data presented two findings: students … Continue reading Do You Donate Plasma Because You’re Poor or Just Lonely? Survey Results In

Lisa Simpson
Featured, News

Penguin Bros Sued for Using Real Penguin Blubber in New Dessert

Penguin Brothers dessert catering and ice cream shop has been one of Provo’s finest gems for a number of years. Its family atmosphere, novelty branding, and delicious treats have kept it at the center of Provo’s social and dining scene. However, after the events of this past week, people are wondering if the Penguin Bros have turned novelty into animal cruelty. Just this Monday, Penguins … Continue reading Penguin Bros Sued for Using Real Penguin Blubber in New Dessert

Lisa Simpson
Campus, Featured, Life

Heartwarming: Provo Policeman Plays a Game of Spikeball with Group of Poor College Kids

In the midst of today’s tumultuous world, there are certain scenes that have the ability to restore one’s faith in humanity. One such scene was played out on the Helaman Halls recreation fields on Friday evening. A group of poor, malnourished BYU students were playing a regular game of spikeball when they were joined and befriended by local Provo policeman, Hans Upp. “When I first … Continue reading Heartwarming: Provo Policeman Plays a Game of Spikeball with Group of Poor College Kids

Lisa Simpson
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HGTV Drops New Show Where Joanna Gaines Flips Church Buildings

Move over, Property Brothers. Earlier this week, HGTV premiered the first episode of a hot, new show featuring Joanna Gaines, frontwoman of the wildly popular house-flipping series, Fixer Upper. In Latter Day Flip, Joanna takes on a challenge that has never been attempted before – revamping old Latter Day Saint churches so they actually look like they belong in the 21st century.  “You believe in … Continue reading HGTV Drops New Show Where Joanna Gaines Flips Church Buildings

Lisa Simpson
Featured, Life, News

Oscars Aftermath: Fans Livid, McKeigh Kimball “Robbed” of Best Actor Award for Performance in All-White Remake of Johnny Lingo

Sunday night was an emotional rollercoaster for film fanatics all over the country. On many accounts, the 2021 Oscars was a historical occasion- Chloe Zhao became the first woman of color to win best director, hair and makeup categories were swept for the first time by people of color, and the Academy was the most diverse it has ever been. However, for the dozens of … Continue reading Oscars Aftermath: Fans Livid, McKeigh Kimball “Robbed” of Best Actor Award for Performance in All-White Remake of Johnny Lingo

Lisa Simpson