Are We Crazy, or Has President Worthen Always Had This Little Ponytail?
One of the main ethical responsibilities of journalism is to serve the public and keep power in check. That’s why when the Alternate Universe team heard the report of a mysterious low ponytail spotted on the scalp of BYU President Kevin Worthen, we had to send a team of our best investigative journalists to find the facts. The plan was simple: one AU journalist would … Continue reading Are We Crazy, or Has President Worthen Always Had This Little Ponytail?
Student Sues TWO Magazine After Dating Ideas Don’t Work
Nephi Jensen, a sophomore at BYU, is suing the university magazine Dating & Relationships: TWO after claiming that its dating ideas and advice do not work. Jensen announced his lawsuit on Wednesday afternoon after “months of failed dating attempts.” In an exclusive interview with The Alternate Universe, Nephi Jensen described the events that led to his decision to sue. “I decided to work through TWO’s … Continue reading Student Sues TWO Magazine After Dating Ideas Don’t Work
Vampires Vant Your Plasma
You may have seen the new plasma ad campaign. At a first glance, the promise of $1500 for your first donation seems like a great gig. Be warned, however, of who or what you are donating to. Surely this is a mistake, you may ask. Aren’t they going to use this plasma to save lives? This is another part of the elaborate scam, having someone … Continue reading Vampires Vant Your Plasma
Groundbreaking study finds married couples feel closer after knowing each other for 5 months
A research group in the BYU School of Family Life recently conducted a study seeking to understand healthy marriage relationships. The project surveyed 100 recently married couples at BYU throughout their first 6 months of marriage. Rylee Jensen, a graduate student involved in the study, explained, “Our goal was to find what factors lead to greater happiness in marriage. We looked at all sorts of … Continue reading Groundbreaking study finds married couples feel closer after knowing each other for 5 months
Scooters Around Campus Turn Out to Be Haunted
BREAKING – BYU Campus, Heber Grant Building There have been reports alleging the many pay-to-ride scooters scattered about campus have mysteriously gathered on their own and are acting unpredictably. After receiving word, the paranormal activity branch of our journalism team quickly rushed to the scene. When asked to describe what she had seen, Rachel, a chemistry major, responded excitedly “You haven’t seen it yet? It’s … Continue reading Scooters Around Campus Turn Out to Be Haunted
