The Daily Universe Awards The Alternate Universe “Best Provo Publication”

In a delightful but unsurprising turn of events, BYU’s own The Daily Universe has decided to crown The Alternate Universe “Best Provo Publication” of 2021. We, at The Alternate Universe, graciously accept this award and acknowledge the excellent taste of the journalists at The Daily Universe. During the award ceremony Jacleighn Hutchinson, a journalist at The Daily Universe, explained some of the rationale behind this … Continue reading The Daily Universe Awards The Alternate Universe “Best Provo Publication”

President Vladimir Putin Assassinated by Teancum

This morning, The Russian leader Vladimir Putin was found “dead in his mansion” with a “javelin in his heart”. Some say all of heaven cheered as they looked down on the murdered man. The Alternate Universe confirmed that the assassination was in fact the work of Book of Mormon war hero Teancum. In an exclusive interview, Teancum opened up about his successful secret mission. During … Continue reading President Vladimir Putin Assassinated by Teancum

BYU Creamery to be featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

Guy Fieri has ventured into new territory by featuring the BYU Creamery on the latest episode of his show Diners, Drive-ins and Dives. After many years of petitioning to be on the show, the Creamery finally gets its wish. While the main focus of the episode is ice cream, they also showcase the other food. “What other place would sell ice cream, burgers, and fries?” said … Continue reading BYU Creamery to be featured on Diners, Drive-ins and Dives

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

Guy Who Wears Shorts in Winter May Be Coolest, Toughest Man to Ever Live

He can shotgun two rootbeers at one time. He doesn’t own one pair of actual pants. Once, he tried hot sauce. He is, the toughest, coolest man in the world. You’ve probably seen him around campus but have been too intimidated to approach him. His name is Drayden Owens, and he doesn’t give a fr*k how cold it is outside- he’s wearing shorts. “His white calves … Continue reading Guy Who Wears Shorts in Winter May Be Coolest, Toughest Man to Ever Live