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DO YOU KNOW YOUR NEWS? By MARISA NELSON Managing Editor

1. According to NBC News, what percentage of people in the U.S. population has been vaccinated? a. 70%

a. Record-breaking heatwaves

c. Weber and Davis

b. Thunderstorms

d. Ogden and Provo 4. The Philippines won their ﬁrst gold medal ever in what sport at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics?

c. Fire tornados d. Wildﬁres

b. 60% c. 40% d. 35% 2. Scientists are predicting that ____________ will become much more likely over the coming years.

3. Which school districts joined over 300 other districts across the country that support the lawsuit against Juul Labs, the e-cigarette company? a. Davis and Ogden

5. The ﬁnal episode of reality TV show “The Bachelorette” airs on Monday, June 26 at 7 p.m. What season is the show on? a. Season 15 b. Season 8

a. Gymnastics

c. Season 17

b. Triathalon

d. Season 20

c. Weightlifting d. Water polo

b. Box Elder and Ogden

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WSU’s conference basketball schedule begins with a home game on Dec. 2 against Northern Arizona.

Weber State basketball will return to a regular schedule for the 2021-22 season. By MILES SHAW Section Editor

The Big Sky basketball schedule for the 2021-22 season was been released, and the conference will be returning to a 20-game regular season where teams will play once at home and once on the road. The conference basketball schedule tips off on Dec. 2 against Northern Arizona when the men’s basketball team opens at home at the Dee Events Center. On Dec. 4, WSU is slated to go head-to-head with Portland State before playing a non-conference schedule that will be released closer to the season. The Wildcats will return to Big Sky action on Dec. 30, facing Montana State at Brick Breeden Fieldhouse in Bozeman. Southern Utah University will be the Wildcats’ final opponent of the year, with the Thunderbirds men’s team soaring into Ogden for the regular season finale on March 5. The Thunderbirds men’s team went into

past season’s tournament as the No. 1-seeded team but fell to fifth-seeded Montana State in the tournament’s semifinals. The WSU men’s basketball team finished last season 17–6 and went an undefeated 11–0 at home at the Dee but fell to Montana 80–75 in the team’s quarterfinal game at the Big Sky Tournament, which saw the No. 3-seeded Wildcats rally from a 16-point deficit with six minutes to go in the game to pull within a point with 17 seconds left to play, but ultimately falling short. The team will look to fill the void left by 2020-21 First Team All-Conference senior guard Isiah Brown and his team leading 17.7 points per game with a large part of last season’s core returning. All-Big Sky Guard and team leader in assists Seikou Sisoho Jawara, senior forward Cody Carlson, junior guard Zahir Porter, senior center Dontay Bassett, and reigning Big Sky Freshman of the Year Dillon Jones will look to lead the Wildcats back to the tournament under head coach Randy Rahe, who is entering his sixteenth season in Ogden. The Wildcats’ women’s squad returns to the

court looking to improve on last season’s 2–20 finish led by head coach Velaida Harris and sophomore guard Daryn Hickok, who finished last season leading the team in scoring with 12.7 points per game and junior guard Kori Pentzer, who averaged 10.0 points per game

last season. WSU’s non-conference schedule will be released in the upcoming months leading up to the tip-off of the season in December.

Weber State MBB’s 2021-22 Big Sky Schedule.

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Vibrant colors are seen all around the Ogden Farmer’s Market year after year.

By CAITLYN NICHOLS Section Editor

OPINION As July comes to an end, there’s only one month before summer ends and the fall semester begins. Like many, it’s at this point every summer that I start to panic. While I generally like school, I hate homework. So as the dread of another busy school

year sets in, I start to wonder if I’ve done everything I can to fully appreciate the summer and maximize the relaxing break. Some of you might be the impressive students who continue take classes in the summer – hats off to you; I couldn’t do it. But in between the chaos of the summer and the impending fall semester, everyone deserves to step back and take a break. No matter what situation you find yourself in, it’s never too late to enjoy the last few long summer days before we come back to a full fall semester. Even if you don’t have time or

Weber State banners can be found hanging on numerous light ﬁxtures along the Farmer’s Market.

resources for a big trip or vacation, there are a plethora of local options for a fun day in the sun. Outdoor activities are a great way to spend time during the summer. There are plenty of hiking and biking trails, lakes, rivers and camping spots for everyone to enjoy. If you don’t have the necessary equipment for your activities, check out Weber State University’s Outdoor Equipment Rental Center. From paddle boards and kayaks to mountain bikes and camping gear, they have much to choose from. If you’re more interested in outdoor

games, they have equipment such as bocce balls, disc golf sets and much more for rent. As an added bonus, WSU students get a 30% discount on equipment rentals. For those who like music, Ogden Musical Theater will be presenting their summer musical “Into the Woods” at Peery’s Egyptian Theater from the end of July to mid-August, with showings every Thursday, Friday and Saturday. If you happen to be on or near campus midweek, Weber’s got its Summer Scoops @ the Union going until Aug. 25. Faculty, staff and students can bring their Weber ID to the Shep-

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Art displays from previous Farmer’s Market booths.

Wednesday Night Climbing gave students the opportunity to meet new people while also taking part in outdoor activities.

herd Union building and get a free scoop of ice cream every Wednesday at 2:30 p.m. Another fun summer activity is to visit a museum. The Union Station has two art galleries and an ongoing display of antique automobiles, historic Browning firearms, artifacts and a large variety of locomotives and railway history. They have also collaborated with Ogden City Arts to host the new Community Art Show this year. This art show gives opportunities to creatives in Utah to showcase their work. Every Saturday the Ogden Farmer’s Market spans the length of Historic 25th Street from

Washington Boulevard to Wall Avenue. Every weekend from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. there are more than 200 vendors selling local fresh food, artisan products and local food trucks, as well as live music from local artists. WSU’s Traditions Keeper app also offers more ideas for activities. Traditions Keeper is a list of 50 campus traditions that earn participants various prizes the more traditions they complete. Participants who complete all 50 traditions will get a stole to wear at graduation, but even if you’re not in it for the final prize, this list can make for fun activities. Take

a day exploring campus by foot or bike as you search for bronze wildcat statues, a time capsule, the flaming W rock and much more. There’s lots of ways to spend your final summer days, from taking a swim at the Stromberg Complex or bowling at Wildcat Lanes to taking a trip to Farr’s ice cream shop and trying the Wildcat Wripple ice cream. The end of the summer brings a lot of emotions, but it’s important to take time for yourself to prepare yourself for the new school year. Comment on this story at signpost.mywebermedia.com

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The Money Mangement Center collaborates with the ﬁnancial aid department to help students ﬁll out the FAFSA.

By ADAM RUBIN

Asst. Section Editor

The Money Management Center, established on Weber State University campus in 2015, offered help to students during Free Application for Federal Student Aid Completion Night on July 20. The event was coordinated by the financial aid department in order to help students with their FAFSA needs. A similar upcoming event will be held on the Davis Campus. WSU has had events like this in the past to help students figure out FAFSA issues, answer questions and inform students of more opportunities. Jennifer Garner, Money Management Center financial literacy coordinator and basic needs coordinator at WSU, was in attendance

at the event. Emily Jensen, a senior in nursing at WSU as well as a student employee with the Money Management Center, has worked with the center for 3 months. “I think it’s important for students to have access to opportunities like these,” Jensen said, “because students never know what they qualify for or even to find out where to start, and FAFSA is a starting point.” Both Garner and Jensen believe it is important to have a starting point for students, especially when it comes to finding out what resources WSU has to offer its student body. “One of the major things that students asked — and some of their parents — were questions about how they can get the most out of the resources that Weber State University has to offer,” Garner said.

The Money Management Center has information on food shortage, questions about FAFSA, international student questions and general guidance about scholarships or finding lesser-known opportunities. “Upper management believes in their students enough, and loves connecting with their students enough, that they stayed after hours to help and connect with them,” Garner said. Jessica Oyler, assistant vice president for human resources at WSU, spoke about the Money Management Center’s background, the turnout of the event, and the upcoming event at the Davis Campus. Oyler said they are hoping for more events in the future so word can get out to students. “We’re happy anytime we get to help even one student,” Oyler said. The next event will be at the Davis Campus

from 4–7 p.m. on July 27 and is open to all who are interested in finding out more about the process. “Sometimes, completing a form like the FAFSA can be intimidating, especially if someone has never completed it before,” Oyler said. “These workshops are just one of many ways we want to help demystify the process of applying for aid on campus.” For those who are unable to make it to the next event, there is a FAFSA app available. The Money Management Center will have extended hours until fall semester starts, and all it takes is checking Starfish and making an appointment. Comment on this story at signpost.mywebermedia.com

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By NOAH LUTMAN Reporter

jobs. An easy user interface allows the person to select campus locations and departments they are interested in working with. Prospective employees can also bookmark jobs they are interested in. Becoming employed with WSU not only provides students with opportunities to learn, grow and serve campus, it can provide incentives for students as well. Students are paid and may receive incentives towards tuition and costs of attendance. Each job and department have different qualifications and programs for students. It is recommended that those searching for a job with incentives use the job search tool and read descriptions of the jobs they are applying for. Incentives while working on campus can help alleviate some of the financial burdens

incurred while attending college while also providing experience in an applicable field. Weber State University is an ever-growing campus with a plethora of job opportunities for both students and those looking for salary positions. Job seekers should utilize the online employment system when applying. WSU is an equal opportunity employer that actively seeks highly qualified and diverse individuals to apply. They have a commitment to excellence in education and cooperation among faculty, staff and students.

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For many students, a part-time or even fulltime job is a part of the college experience. Many universities, including WSU, have long had job opportunities available to students. Taking time to look for and explore employment options available could help with tuition, internships and other college-related focuses students may have. Opportunities span across Weber State with applicable experiences for many different majors and work study programs. Exploring resources available to those seeking employment is always encouraged. The career services department is where students can find the most information relat-

ing to current job openings and employment at Weber. Students are also encouraged to use Handshake, a free online resource tool developed by career services. The handshake application can help students find work in their fields of study or interest, notify students of job openings on campus, and streamline student employment applications so the most benefit can be extracted by both the student and department that is hiring. Students can also use career services and Handshake to find internships. There are internships that can be completed on campus or around the community depending on the student and the goals of their individual studies. Currently, over 270 jobs are listed on the jobs.weber.edu page. This is where prospects can search, research and apply for university

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DO YOU KNOW YOUR NEWS? 3. The correct answer is D, Ogden and Provo School Districts. According to The Standard Examiner, “Currently, they are the only two districts in Utah signed on to the national suit — though an attorney with law ﬁrm Kirton McConkie said in a written statement on July 13 that they expected other school districts in the state to join as well.”

4. The correct answer is C, Weightlifting. According to NPR, Hidilyn Diaz made history and took home the country’s ﬁrst gold medal in over 100 years. 5. The correct answer is C, Season 17. According to Syracuse, the episode is titled ‘Men Tell All.’ Comment on this story at signpost.mywebermedia.com pixabay.com

2. The correct answer is A, Record-breaking heatwaves. According to The Guardian, “Record-shattering heatwaves, even worse than the one that recently hit north-west America, are set to become much more likely in future, according to research. The study is a stark new warning on the rapidly escalating risks the climate emergency poses to lives.” pixabay.com

1. The correct answer is B, 60%. According to NBC News, “Health care employers should mandate vaccinations for all their workers, a coalition of leading medical groups said Monday, as cases of Covid-19 continue to spike across the nation.” According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 60 percent of the adult U.S. population has been fully vaccinated.

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