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Jon Van Sickle (left) and Micah Van Sickle (right) stand back-to-back holding cameras in between studio lights

Real-world learning at WSU opened doors to successful film careers for two brothers

If you ask Micah Van Sickle why he and his brother, Jon, came to Weber State University in 2017, he would joke that moving from his hometown in Ogden, Iowa, to Ogden, Utah, just made sense.

Sep 10

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Weber State students help guide Utah's newest city

As Weber County’s new municipality, Ogden Valley City, was formed, Professor of Political Science Gary Johnson saw a prime opportunity for his state and local government students.

Sep 09

A female Blood Battle volunteer is attending a donor in a chair. The words "thank you" appear on a screen behind them.

Weber State invites all to donate during 23rd Blood Battle

The tradition continues as Weber State University hosts the 23rd annual American Red Cross Blood Battle on its Ogden campus Sept. 14–17.

Sep 08

A refurbished vintage cigarette machine sits center stage, ready to be used in the new "Curio Theatre" event.

'Curio Theatre' dispenses original art paired with live performances at WSU

A restored vintage cigarette vending machine is the centerpiece of an upcoming arts event at Weber State University, Sept. 5 at 7 p.m. in the Val A. Browning Center for the Performing Arts.

Sep 03

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