Author: Sue Sylvester

Campus, News

Students React to BYU’s New Optional Mask Policy

Since in-person classes were reinstated in August 2021, we’ve seen a number of students treat the required mask policy like a child with ADHD treats lego instructions. But as of last week, BYU has announced that masks will no longer be required inside classrooms or other indoor spaces. So the Alternate Universe decided to take journalism to the streets and ask fellow students how they … Continue reading Students React to BYU’s New Optional Mask Policy

Sue Sylvester
5 Things to Know, Campus

Five Books Banned at BYU

Library Collections Manager Susan Bradshaw gives her explanation of what makes these few novels “too scandalous” for the Harold B. Lee Library.  Bradshaw has even gone so far to censor notable alumna Stephanie Meyer, surely provoking inevitable riots on campus.  Twilight “The idea of vampires and other supernatural entities is already problematic, but Stephanie Myer crosses the line in her debut novel by making them … Continue reading Five Books Banned at BYU

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BYU Voices, Life

Student Poll: Are You More of an “Open Shoulder” or “Open Knee” Guy?

Coke or Pepsi? Cats of dogs? Durfing or soaking? The cookie part of the Oreo, or the icing? With respect to certain matters of life, like the few just mentioned, people will either fall into one of two distinct categories, a “this” or “that.” The same goes for physical attributes.  Either way, our preferences are a reflection of ourselves. So, what does the preference on … Continue reading Student Poll: Are You More of an “Open Shoulder” or “Open Knee” Guy?

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Campus, News, President Worthen

​​Disguised Kevin Worthen Works as Cougareat Employee on New “Undercover Boss” Episode

Ever received a mysterious extra nugget in one of your Cougareat orders? Or maybe your food kind of looked and smelled like there was the touch on an elderly person involved? Did either or both of these occurrences take place during the Fall 2021 Semester? Well if you are nodding your head concerningly- don’t worry! It’s just possible you were served by our very own … Continue reading ​​Disguised Kevin Worthen Works as Cougareat Employee on New “Undercover Boss” Episode

Sue Sylvester
Campus, News

BYU to Install Local Bridge Troll as Official Y Mountain Guardian

Following a policy update announced Monday, BYU students and faculty will no longer be allowed to protest on university-owned areas of Y mountain. This updated policy undoubtedly comes from the “Rainbow Y” demonstration seen last semester in support of LGBTQ+ students. But now there is only one question that remains: Who is Chemish? In an unexpected play, BYU has additionally announced a local bridge troll … Continue reading BYU to Install Local Bridge Troll as Official Y Mountain Guardian

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