Arts & Culture

Staff, students say Westminster’s drinking culture is ‘unique’ and good for community

Westminster College’s wet campus is different from other Utah schools and brings a sense of community belonging at events, according to Carlie Hiatt, a senior psychology major.  “Being able to co...Read More

Geek Fest opens doors for scientific opportunities

With recent comic conventions, like FanX in Utah, some might assume ‘Geek Fest’ at Westminster College would involve costumes and merchandise featuring famous pop culture icons.  The reality of G...Read More

Students grow a fruit orchard, courtesy of the Environmental Center

Westminster College students from the Environmental Center planted an orchard west of Black Bridge, which anyone in the community is welcome to take from, according to sophomore environmental science ...Read More

Westminster College performing arts facilities receive a makeover

When senior tech theatre major Briar Woodie first stepped foot inside the new Florence J. Gillmor Hall building earlier this semester, they “just kind of stood there,” absorbing the view.  “It’s ...Read More

Students express “gender euphoria” at Westminster’s Queer Prom

During Westminter College’s Pride Week Celebration, a Queer Prom was hosted with the theme “gender euphoria.” Attendees were encouraged to come to the event dressed in whatever makes them feel most co...Read More

Westminster artists curate Senior Art Exhibit

The air crackles with energy that can only be produced by the culmination of four years of creative work. Family, professors and peers amble between the temporary walls presenting an array of charcoal...Read More

Queer bookstore creates safe, accessible, affirming space for LGBTQ+ community in Salt Lake City

Under the Umbrella, a queer bookstore located at the corner of 500 west and 200 south, opened in November 2021. It is the only bookstore catering towards the LGBTQ+ community and is the one of the onl...Read More

Westminster College students submit their work to the Student Art Exhibition

With so many venues closing and many events canceling because of COVID-19, the Westminster College Student Art Exhibition will once again take place, giving art students an opportunity to showcase the...Read More

Students don stylish masks to cope with new normal

Two years into the COVID-19 pandemic, masks double as a piece of personal protective equipment as well as an accessory to everyday fashion. Some people said they find adding personal flair into their ...Read More

Florence J. Gillmor Hall construction delayed due to supply shortage

Correction A correction was made to this story Dec. 16 at 3:17 p.m. MST. A previous version of this story implied construction on Florence J. Gillmor Hall has been going on for eight years, which is i...Read More