Provo Voices: Wearing Two Masks Instead of Just One

The CDC recently confirmed that wearing two masks better prevents the spread of COVID-19. What do you think?   “Sweet, now I can keep up my renegade reputation by only wearing one mask.” Kaetelyn Danger – Rollerblading World Champion “I’ve been wearing masks since April 2018. It’s not that big of a deal in my line of work.” Robbin Steele – HFAC Burglar “I thought … Continue reading Provo Voices: Wearing Two Masks Instead of Just One

The Fabled Figures of BYU: Where Are They Now?

It’s no secret that the pandemic has triggered a wave of mental health issues- whether it’s managing addiction, depression, social isolation, or just general stress. For many, hope is slowly fading away as answers to the coronavirus problem remain uncertain. In these trying times, when it’s easy to be consumed in our own rotting lives and intense obstacles, we understand what the people really want … Continue reading The Fabled Figures of BYU: Where Are They Now?

BYU Decides to Model Random COVID Testing Selection Process after Hunger Games Reapings

With mandatory COVID-19 testing complete for all BYU students, a new season of randomized testing is coming into full swing. Despite BYU’s randomized selection process proving highly effective this past week, the administration has made a sudden decision to alter it completely. Starting Monday, their new approach will be modeled after the reaping system in the hit teen-dystopian novel The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins. … Continue reading BYU Decides to Model Random COVID Testing Selection Process after Hunger Games Reapings

Engineering Department Develops “Blue Light” Glasses for Seeing Romantic Compatibility

  The engineering school at BYU has developed a product inspired by blue light glasses.  These glasses are designed to show compatibility in a potential partner.  When the wearer puts them on, they can see percentage signs floating above people’s heads that show their compatibility.  People who are married get a big red “X” above their heads.  People who are dating someone get an orange … Continue reading Engineering Department Develops “Blue Light” Glasses for Seeing Romantic Compatibility

Marriott School of Business Institutes Casual “No Mask” Fridays, Utah County Health Department Concerned

Reports began circulating Friday morning regarding students and faculty in the Tanner building sighted without masks on, despite the on-campus mask policy in effect since Fall 2020.  Further investigation revealed that these sightings relate to a new tradition that members of the Marriott School of Business have recently instituted, coined “Casual ‘No Mask’ Friday”. In addition to a more relaxed dress code, Casual No Mask … Continue reading Marriott School of Business Institutes Casual “No Mask” Fridays, Utah County Health Department Concerned