Author: Cami Mondeaux
It’s not over yet: Construction crews prep 1300 East for Phase 2
Four months after the completion of the first phase of construction on 1300 East, SLC.gov is preparing to start the next phase of its project. Phase two will begin in May, and will stretch from 1700 South to 1300 South. Currently, crews are preparing to move forward as scheduled despite concerns of the spread of COVID-19 in the state. Josh Thompson, an engineer working on the project, said by the ...
From the Editor: While we’re apart, let’s keep the conversation going.
Hello, fellow Griffins. I wanted to address you informally, using my platform in a way that can benefit us all. I know things are uncertain right now. What we are going through together is unprecedented, and I’ll be candid: I don’t know how the rest of this semester will pan out. But what I do know, I will share with you. And maybe we can find some peace together. As you already know, ...
Utah reports first COVID-19 death
The Utah Department of Health confirmed the first COVID-19 death in the state Sunday. The patient was a male older than 60 and a resident of Davis County. The patient was being treated at Lakeview Hospital and was treated for days before his death. The hospital reports he did have underlying medical conditions. “First and foremost, Jeanette and I want to express our deepest sympathies to the famil...
Student workers can request paid leave during campus closure
Student workers can request paid time off for the next two weeks if extenuating circumstances keep them from working their regular hours.
‘I never got any closure’ — Seniors react to finishing college online
Graduating seniors at Westminster College have differing opinions on the impact of moving classes online, with some unsure if it will affect them graduating on time. The school announced Wednesday it would finish Spring semester online until the end of May Term to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The announcement came suddenly, with administration saying changes can be made at any time depend...
Classes go remote until end of May Term
Westminster College administration announced Wednesday classes will continue online through Canvas until the end of May Term, June 5. The school sent out an email update, noting there is still uncertainty around how this will work. “We anticipate returning to in-person instruction for Summer session,” the administration said in an email. “More detailed information will be sent in...
Administration announces graduation will be postponed
President Beth Dobkin sent out an email Monday announcing Westminster College graduation will be postponed from its original date, May 9. This comes after recent recommendations from the CDC to limit public group gatherings to 50 people, and recommendations from the White House to limit to 10 people. Dobkin said the school is still planning on celebrating commencement in person before the summer i...
Utah ski resorts close to prevent spread of virus
Several Utah ski resorts announced they would be closing over the weekend in an effort to stop the spread of COVID-19. This comes days after the governor announced recommendations to keep public crowds under 100 people. As of Sunday, the total number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Utah was 21, according to the Utah Health Department. This number doesn’t include cases that are people visit...
All athletics postponed; NCAA championships canceled
The NCAA announced Thursday it would cancel all winter and spring championships for all three of its divisions. This comes as a precautionary measure to help reduce the spread and effect of COVID-19 (novel coronavirus). In addition, all other athletic events will be postponed until April 6, when the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference will reassess conditions. For Westminster, this means the women&...
Westminster postpones in-person classes until end of month
Westminster College administration announced it will be postponing in-person classes until Friday, March 27. The school will reassess conditions after that date to make further decisions. “Although our small classes and compact campus give us flexibility in responding to the outbreak, recent reports suggest that the coronavirus is likely to spread widely and rapidly,” said President Be...
Women’s lacrosse falls in season opener
The Westminster College women’s lacrosse team opened the season with a loss against Rockhurst University, 21-13. The Griffins were efficient in the attack with 32 shots and 26 on goal. Seven Griffins scored with five scoring multiple goals. Senior Phebe Walker led the team with three goals and two assists. Junior Melissa Reeves, senior Allie McNeill and senior Audree...
Men’s lacrosse picks up first win on the road
Westminster men’s lacrosse secured its first road win of the season, defeating Lynn University Monday, 14-11. The Griffins went on a seven-goal run after falling behind by four points. Sophomore Spencer Whinery got the Griffins on the scoreboard with just 49 seconds left in the first period. Second period goals from sophomore Gabe Mein, first-year Mike Spaeth, first-year&...