Boy Scouts Organize Massive Merit Badge Patch ‘Blow Out Sale’ to Avoid Bankruptcy

Hoping to turn around dire financial conditions in the organization, the Boy Scouts of America have announced a huge sale on all uniform patches. The awards, traditionally given to youth in recognition of their scouting achievements, are now available to all, and for 75% off. “Has it been strange selling discounted eagle scout awards to random people? Yes. But, a scout is thrifty.” says Boy … Continue reading Boy Scouts Organize Massive Merit Badge Patch ‘Blow Out Sale’ to Avoid Bankruptcy

Mike Bloomberg targets college voters; pays BYU professors to advertise during lectures

The 2020 race for Democratic nomination anybody’s game, and Mike Bloomberg isn’t going to give up that easy. In recent weeks, Bloomberg has become notorious for his advertising, particularly online.  “It hasn’t really been enough, though,” said Joe Johnson, a BYU junior who runs the instagram account @BYU4Bloomburg, “Mike decided he needed to step it up and really aim for the college vote, so we’re … Continue reading Mike Bloomberg targets college voters; pays BYU professors to advertise during lectures

Anti-Literacy BYU Students Outraged Over February ‘Library Lover’s Month’

Anti-literacy sentiments have long been a touchy subject in the United States, and Provo, Utah is no exception. Last week anti-literacy students at BYU caused a stir at a Question and Answer session with a panel of librarians and library patrons participating in part of the University’s “Library Lover’s Month” celebrations. Anonymous anti-book, anti-literacy questions were submitted to the panel, an event that shocked and … Continue reading Anti-Literacy BYU Students Outraged Over February ‘Library Lover’s Month’

BYU Voices: Lack of Housing Forces Married Students to Rent Former Motel Rooms

Some married students who have been unable to find suitable housing now have no other option but to rent a room at the former Super 8 motel in Provo. Couples living in the cramped living arrangement have to wash their dishes in a tub, sign monthly contracts to get around zoning laws, and pay their landlord Mr. Tashjian via Venmo. What do you think? BYU … Continue reading BYU Voices: Lack of Housing Forces Married Students to Rent Former Motel Rooms