Houston’s Kate Georgiades (17) and Katie Corelli (21) chest bump as the team celebrates scoring during the first half of an NCAA college Volleyball match, Friday, Nov. 1, 2024, in Houston, Texas. | Raphael Fernandez/The Cougar

Houston volleyball defeated both UCF and Cincinnati 3-1 in back-to-back Fridays of conference play, improving their conference record to .500 on the year. The team is currently in the middle of the pack in the Big 12 rankings.

Graduate libero Kate Georgiades used the two matches to extend her streak of double-digit digs to 30.

In the first set against UCF, Houston tallied a .433 hitting percentage, while the Knights held a mere .033. The Cougars stormed out to a 16-8 lead, thanks to six kills. As the set continued, Houston maintained its pace, taking the last three points to win by 12.

UCF found its rhythm in the second set, making Houston’s path to victory less clear. The set saw 14 deadlocks. Graduate outside hitter Angela Grieve contributed two kills during a four-point Cougar run, giving Houston a two-point lead, but UCF answered with a 6-1 run to take a 24-23 lead. The teams traded points for the next nine scores until UCF finally took two straight to clinch the set.

The teams continued trading points in the third set, with UCF taking a brief 19-17 lead before Houston tied it at 19. Two straight kills from redshirt freshman outside hitter Ashlyn Bellamy and a service ace from Georgiades gave Houston a one-point lead. It took Houston winning five of the last seven points to secure a 25-22 victory.

With one set remaining, Houston went up 18-12, driven by three consecutive kills. A competitive rally between Bellamy and UCF’s redshirt freshman middle blocker Sasha Cohen accounted for five straight points, with Houston claiming four of them. Houston ultimately won the set 25-17, and Bellamy finished the night with her second double-digit kill game.

Houston volleyball followed this with a four-set victory over Cincinnati at Fertitta Center on Friday, Nov. 1. Senior outside hitter Katie Corelli led the Cougars with 18 kills, marking her 30th career match with double-digit kills. Grieve also impressed, achieving her 10th career double-double with 11 kills and 11 digs to secure the 3-1 home win.

Adding to the offensive effort, Bellamy posted a career-high 12 kills and three blocks, while Georgiades anchored the defense with 31 digs and seven assists. Redshirt junior Barakat Rahmon tallied 10 blocks, becoming the first Cougar to reach double digits in blocks since Rachel Tullos recorded 12 against South Florida in October 2022.

The opening frame was tight, with neither team able to establish more than a two-point lead until Cincinnati used a 3-0 run to go up 11-8. The Bearcats seemed set to hold the advantage, but the Cougars clawed back, evening the set at 19. After tying again at 23, the set extended, with Cincinnati finally clinching it 28-26 after a 4-1 run.

Houston responded in the second set, jumping to a 7-0 lead and never looking back. The Cougars dominated offensively, at one point claiming a double-digit lead, and went on to win 25-9.

Cincinnati started strong in the third, briefly leading 3-1 before Houston tied it at 6 and used a 5-0 run to take control. The Cougars withstood a late Bearcat comeback attempt to take the set 26-24.

Cincinnati again scored first in the final set but couldn’t hold back Houston. After facing a 10-6 deficit, Houston tied it at 15, eventually gaining a two-point lead at 17-15. The Cougars held onto their lead, winning 25-21 to secure the 3-1 match victory.

Up next, Houston will hit the road to face Iowa State for a midweek match on Nov. 6.

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Emily Wilson, a senior instructor in the anthropology and geography department at Colorado State University, was honored as CSU’s 2024 Honors Professor of the Year Nov. 4 in the Lory Student Center Theatre. In her speech, Wilson delivered a lecture titled “Racism, Authoritarianism and Whitewashing the Ancient Mediterranean World: How the Greeks and Romans Impact White Supremacy and How You Can Fight It.”

Wilson has been a faculty member at CSU for nearly a decade. Specializing in the ancient Mediterranean world, her research explores race, power and cultural identity themes in the ancient and modern worlds. Wilson has published numerous articles and books on the intersections of classical studies and social justice, with national academic organizations recognizing her work.

“Wilson brings ancient history to life, making it relatable and engaging. Her dedication extends beyond the classroom, offering personalized support and fostering a welcoming environment.” -Mia Chavez, Honors Student Association president

Known for her work on the intersections of race, power and historical memory, Wilson captivated the packed auditorium with a thought-provoking exploration of how classical antiquity — specifically ancient Greek and Roman civilizations — has been used to justify modern systems of racial oppression and authoritarianism.

“Wilson brings ancient history to life, making it relatable and engaging,” said Mia Chavez, Honors Student Association president. “Her dedication extends beyond the classroom, offering personalized support and fostering a welcoming environment.”

In her lecture, Wilson critically examined how popular culture has often whitewashed the ancient Mediterranean world, expanding upon historical examples of racism in the Mediterranean and its lingering effects.

“Racism, as we know and define it today, has its origins in European encroachment in Africa, starting with 15th century Portugal and the Portuguese crown’s enthusiastic participation in the slave trade,” Wilson said. “They justify the secretive enslaving and selling of African bodies as one that was justifiable given the inferiority and servile nature of those Black bodies when compared to their own white bodies.”

Wilson explained that the misappropriation of ancient cultures has long been a tactic to legitimize racial hierarchies. For example, the ancient Greeks and Romans, often glorified for their contributions to philosophy, democracy and art, have been transformed into symbols of racial purity in the eyes of modern white supremacists.

As Wilson delved deeper into her argument, she explored how this whitewashing of the past influences contemporary political movements, particularly those aligned with authoritarian ideologies. Drawing connections between the glorification of the Roman Empire’s militaristic rule and today’s growing authoritarian movements, she challenged the audience to consider how historical narratives shape current political landscapes.

“While white supremacy was embraced as early as the 15th century, … it wasn’t until about some 300 years later that it took a particularly scholarly turn,” Wilson said.

The lecture concluded with a call to action; Wilson urged attendees to become active participants in the fight against racism and white supremacy by challenging historical myths and engaging with marginalized voices. She also called for greater awareness and involvement in movements that seek to address systemic injustice, particularly in education, politics and media.

“As a little kid, you always see archeology, like archeologists do those things, but you never really know how they feel about it — how to look into stuff deeper,” sophomore Elri Barkhuizen said.

Reach Riley Paling at news@collegian.com or on Twitter @rileypaling.

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Groups hold vigil on election night for Palestine, Lebanon

Organizers said candidates were ‘two sides of the same coin’ about war in Gaza.

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Roughly 20 students and community members participated in a “Solidarity Vigil” Tuesday at the  Trousdale North Entrance of campus for victims of Israel’s war in Gaza and Israel’s incursion in Lebanon. 

USC Students for Justice in Palestine, the USC Student Coalition Against Labor Exploitation and the USC Divest from Death Coalition hosted the vigil. The groups organized previous protests unaffiliated with the University.

Organizers rolled out sheets of paper with a list of names of people killed in Gaza since Oct. 7 under a banner reading “DIVEST FROM DEATH USC.” They placed candles at the corners of the papers. The list, last updated Sept. 20, was sourced from Healthcare Workers Watch – Palestine, an initiative led by Palestinian healthcare professionals to “monitor and bring attention to attacks on healthcare facilities and workers across Palestine.”

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The groups also displayed a list of 191 names from Lebanon’s Ministry of Public Health.

A media liaison for SJP, who requested anonymity for fear of retaliation from the University, said they were not as concerned with Tuesday’s election as much as they were about the Israel Defense Force’s violent military action in the Middle East.

“Americans tend to become hyperly [sic] focused on everything that’s going on this country when elections roll around and we refuse that tendency tonight, especially as a genocide continues to rage on in Gaza as Israel’s genocidal war begins to spread throughout the Middle East,” the liaison said.

The vigil-goers participated in a 10-minute period of silence to grieve the victims killed by Israel’s war in Gaza and Israel’s strikes in Lebanon. Participants walked around to view the names and laid flowers on the paper. The liaison did not name an SJP-preferred candidate in the presidential election because of a lack of faith in national politics.

“Harris and Trump have made their positions very, very clear on what’s happening in Palestine. They have reaffirmed their support for apartheid and genocide repeatedly … They are two sides of the same coin,” the liaison said. “Our faith is in the people.”

Another media liaison for SJP, who wished to remain anonymous for fear of retaliation from the University, said that when a Democratic candidate is elected, liberals become “complacent.”

“I feel wishful thinking around, especially, [Vice President Kamala] Harris coming in, but [we] have to remind ourselves that the genocide took place under her administration — the Biden-Harris administration,” the second liaison said.

The liaison closed the vigil by speaking to the group via megaphone, encouraging them to continue their efforts regardless of domestic politics.

“As Palestinians remain steadfast in the face of apartheid, occupation and ethnic cleansing, we too must remain grounded in our humanity,” the liaison said.

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As this week wraps up an election season marked by conflict and disagreement, water experts from across the American West prepare for a conference dedicated to cooperation and synergy.

Next week, Colorado State University Spur will host the seventh annual Water in the West Symposium, a conference that brings together people from every corner of the field of water distribution, research and conservation. The event will kick off with a welcome from Spur Associate Vice President Jocelyn Hittle and CSU President Amy Parsons the morning of Thursday, Nov. 14, in Spur’s Hydro Confluence Theater.

Talks and panels about multisector collaboration, state water planning, water finance and other topics will fill the rest of the day, centering on the 2024 Symposium theme of Building Bridges: Collaborative Water Action.

This year’s theme was largely inspired by the Nov. 5 elections and CSU’s Year of Democracy, a universitywide initiative encouraging civic engagement and highlighting CSU’s work around democracy. The focus on cooperation contrasts the recent contentious election season by gathering perspectives from researchers and industry experts across political and geographic boundaries.

“This is really a time for us to come together to showcase what the power of collaboration and cooperation can be in helping to solve really important problems related to water in the American West,” Hittle said.

The discussions at the Symposium will highlight examples of collaboration between state and local governments, nonprofits and the private sector. Jessica Thrasher, interim associate director for the Colorado Water Center, said it is vital that people from different sectors talk with each other about water as a resource because water discussions affect everyone.

“We can’t separate water into buckets, if you will, because it all flows together,” Thrasher said.

Water is an essential resource for so many parts of people’s lives, like drinking water, agricultural irrigation and industrial production, plus water-based activities like floating down the Cache la Poudre River on a hot day.

“Without bringing people together, we won’t be able to build a sustainable, equitable water future for all.” –Jessica Thrasher, Colorado Water Center interim associate director

While water connects each of these needs and activities, the people involved don’t often work together and discuss how their responsibilities overlap. Even most water conferences only focus on specific topics, like policy around just one river or just one kind of filtration technology.

The Symposium takes a step back from the details and engages those involved in a broader conversation.

“Without bringing people together, we won’t be able to build a sustainable, equitable water future for all,” Thrasher said.

Everyone needs water, so everyone needs to talk about its stewardship. The hope for the Symposium is that through collaborative conversations, attending researchers and stakeholders will be able to find holes in their research that may be filled by other people’s work.

“What, of course, would be wonderful — and our researchers are already really good at this — is having folks continue to think about how they can work together and work with people who might be in a different discipline or a different sector or a different geography,” Hittle said.

One group that has not been included in many conversations about water in the past is the Indigenous people who are the original stewards and stakeholders of the American West. The Symposium will host a dialogue with Ute Mountain Ute Chairman Manuel Heart, who has led his tribe in fighting for access to Colorado River rights.

“It is vital that (Indigenous people) are engaged in all water conversations moving forward,” Thrasher said.

Another Symposium speaker — the keynote speaker — is someone who isn’t actually involved in water conservation. Harvard University Associate Professor of Management Michaela Kerrissey will share her knowledge on “Teaming with Intention” to set the tone for the conference. She’ll talk about multidisciplinary teams and how those teams best work together.

“One of the things we like to do with the Symposium is to bring in people from outside the water sector who can share their expertise in their area and help to inspire and generate thinking for the people in the room who are more water focused,” Hittle said.

The final speaker, Martín Carcasson, founder and director of the CSU Center for Public Deliberation, will similarly teach Symposium attendees how they can hold conversations with the public and find thoughtful solutions to problems that may seem challenging at first.

“Everyone comes back with some inspiration and … some new knowledge,” Hittle said.

The Symposium is also an opportunity for CSU to display the water-related work being done at the Colorado Water Center, the Walter Scott, Jr. College of Engineering and other university departments.

“Having the symposium down here at Spur is a nice way to (showcase) the strength that CSU has already brought in water for a really long time,” Hittle said.

General admission to the Symposium is $175, and government and nonprofit organizations can purchase discounted tickets for $125 each. Attendees can register separately for a free lecture the evening before the Symposium from Pat Mulroy, a senior fellow for climate adaptation and environmental policy at the University of Nevada, Las Vegas. A limited number of free Symposium tickets is available for students with the promo code WITWStudent, and the Colorado Water Center will be bringing down students from its Colorado Water Fellows Program.

The Colorado Water Fellows Program “is designed to prepare students for careers in the water field and connect them to opportunities,” according to the Water Center’s website. Water fellows obtain an interdisciplinary understanding of issues like water law, tribal perspectives and water equity and justice through attendance of monthly meetings, field trips and conferences like the Symposium.

While anyone can connect more deeply with water conservation by attending the Symposium or watching the recording posted afterward — or recordings from previous years — Thrasher suggested people try to notice more of water’s role in their daily lives.

“A lot of times, we don’t notice that we’re using water until we can’t use it,” Thrasher said.

Just appreciating water when turning on the tap or going out to watch the river can cultivate a greater connection with water conservation.

“Without that connection, we don’t know what we’re trying to protect,” Thrasher said.

Reach Adah McMillan at science@collegian.com or on Twitter @CSUCollegian.

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Utah’s polls closed at 8 p.m. on Election Day. Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson has said election results for the state will not be released until the last voter has cast their ballot.

Former president Donald Trump is currently leading with 230 electoral votes. Vice President Kamala Harris has 210.

The Daily Utah Chronicle spoke to students at the Hinckley Institute of Politics’ Election Results Watch Party and they emphasized the importance of students using their voices by voting.

“I think it’s super important for us all to vote, especially us that are younger because it’s our future and the futures of our children that we are voting for,” said Wren Jackman, a senior writing and rhetoric major. 

The watch party was lively and had many tables set up including one where you could predict the direction swing states would go in. Whoever had the closest accuracy by the end of the night would win a prize. There was also a photo booth with cardboard cutouts of Donald Trump and Kamala Harris and a table run by Students for Dignity where students could pick up a bingo card, fill it out and return it to get a treat. 

In the caucus room of Gardner Commons, there were projector screens set up, one which had CNN projected and one with Fox News projected. In the main lobby of GC there are screens playing local election results. Students could choose a colored cup with the choices being blue, red or white to show their party. 

Helen Hull, political science major at the U, pointed out that it’s unlikely students will know the results of the election as soon as they might like.

“I’m trying to prepare myself for the long haul, we’re not going to know right away [who wins],” she said. “It’s not just going to be a couple-hour process.”

There were also international students who expressed that though they couldn’t vote, they were excited for the election results and that it was their first election in the U.S.

U.S. Senate

The Senate race in Utah has already been called for Rep. John Curtis by AP News. He was running against Democratic challenger Caroline Gleich to replace Mitt Romney in the United States Senate. Early results from Utah’s election site showed Curtis leading by 24 percentage points. 

Curtis, a Republican, currently represents Utah’s 3rd Congressional District in the House of Representatives. His campaign has had a heavy focus on states’ rights, anti-abortion activism and affordable housing.

Gleich’s campaign has also focused on affordable housing, with added emphases on environmental activism, pro-choice activism and the impact on students after the elimination of diversity, equity and inclusion departments in Utah public schools.

Students can read more about both of the candidates here.

Utah’s Governor’s Race 

AP News has called the gubernatorial race for Incumbent Republican Gov. Spencer Cox. Cox was running against Democratic challenger Brian King.

When first results came out around 10:30 p.m. on Nov. 5, Cox was leading by 21 percentage points.

Cox’s campaign highlights his achievements from his first term and outlines his priorities for a potential second term. According to the governor’s campaign website, Cox works to prioritize “educational excellence,” the economy, health improvements, protecting rural areas and “disagreeing better.”

King promotes public education, proposing increased teacher pay, higher per-pupil funding and the repeal of the voucher program. He also supports expanding vocational training and the free school lunch program.

Rep. Phil Lyman ran a write-in campaign. Lyman lost to Cox in the Republican primary election in June by over 37,000 votes. Afterward, he petitioned the Utah Supreme Court to toss out the results of the GOP primary and remove Cox and Lt. Gov. Deidre Henderson from office. He cited his win in the GOP convention last April. The court rejected his petition.

Lyman’s campaign focuses on ending Utah’s sanctuary status, addressing illegal immigration’s impact on housing and crime and supporting conservative positions on gun rights, family roles and traditional education.

U.S. House District 1 

Incumbent Republican Rep. Blake Moore is running to keep his seat in the House of Representatives against Democrat Bill Campbell and Libertarian Daniel Cottam. Early results show Moore leading by 23 percentage points. 

Moore has served one term in the House already, where he created a Debt and Deficit Task Force and introduced a slew of legislation relating to taxes and family welfare. Moore has also advocated for protecting the Second Amendment and supported the overturn of Roe v. Wade.

Campbell works as the chief financial officer for Autoliv, an automotive safety supplier. He has also worked closely with organizations such as the Special Olympics and Habitat for Humanity. His platform has focused on reducing the cost of housing for current owners and for first-time buyers. He’s also promoted investing in community-wide benefits like creating safer streets and revitalizing distressed neighborhoods.

Cottam is a bariatric surgeon in Salt Lake City. According to KSL, Cottam would end the death penalty, support tax incentives for electric vehicles and encourage more charter schools.

Early results have Moore out front with a 23 point lead.

U.S. House District 2 

Incumbent Republican Rep. Celeste Maloy is running against three candidates to secure her seat in U.S. House District 2. Rep. Maloy has served a partial term in the House of Representatives, making the 2024 election her first incumbent race. She won her first term in a special election to replace Rep. Chris Stewart in 2023. In her time in the House, Rep. Maloy has been pro-Israel, joining a group of 15 Republican senators in a trip to Jerusalem this past April. She has voiced support for a lawsuit raised by the state of Utah regarding control of public lands.

Challenging Maloy from the Democratic party is Nathaniel E. Woodward. A lawyer by trade, Woodward has served on the Carbon County Democratic Party commission in Price, Utah. If elected, Woodward hopes to work on progressive legislation on housing, education and medicine.

Early results show Maloy and Woodward neck and neck with 47.44% and 47.17% respectively.

U.S. House District 3 

After incumbent Rep. John Curtis announced his candidacy for U.S. Senate, Republican Utah state Sen. Mike Kennedy and Democrat Glenn J. Wright announced their candidacy for the open seat in District 3. Kennedy is leading based on early results by 31 percentage points.

Kennedy has served in the Utah House of Representatives for six years, before spending the past two years in the Utah Senate. According to Sen. Kennedy’s campaign website, before his career in politics he worked as a family physician. Kennedy has campaigned on reducing inflation, border control policies and advocating for legislative term limits.

Democratic candidate Glenn J. Wright has served on the Summit City Council for the past six years. A Vietnam veteran, Wright centered his campaign around the issues of climate change and veterans’ affairs.

Early results show Kennedy has a healthy lead with about 65.1% of the votes compare to Wright’s 34.9%.

U.S. House District 4

Incumbent Republican Rep. Burgess Owens has served in the U.S. Senate since 2021. During his time in office, Owens has served on the House Education Committee and Infrastructure Committee. 

According to his campaign website, he is a “staunch supporter of the pro-life movement,” co-sponsoring the Life at Conception Act, which would expand “protection of the unborn under the 14th Amendment.”

Challenging Owens is Democrat Katrina Fallick-Wang. After earning her college degree, Fallick-Wang worked as a web developer before turning to politics. Although Fallick-Wang has no previous political experience, her main issues of focus are reproductive rights and environmental issues. 

Owens is leading early with a 27 point lead.

State Senate District 10 

Republican Kyle Erb is challenging incumbent Democrat Luz Escamilla in the race for the Utah Senate’s District 10 seat. 

Escamilla, a U alum, serves as the state Senate minority leader. She assumed office in 2008 as the first Latina and first immigrant elected to Utah’s Senate. 

Escamilla’s policies have focused on working families. She’s worked on access to healthcare, food security, transportation, childcare and clean air. 

Erb is a project manager, and has run off a platform prioritizing family, limited government and economic growth, according to his campaign website. He told the Salt Lake Tribune that he’d support banning abortion after six weeks, reclaiming federal land for housing and exploring multiple kinds of energy production. 

Senate District 10 encompasses the west side of Salt Lake City, part of West Valley City and the Salt Lake International Airport. 

Escamilla currently has a 14 point lead over Erb.

State Senate District 3

Incumbent Republican Rep. John Johnson is facing Democrat Stacy Bernal for Utah State Senate’s 3rd District race. 

Johnson assumed office in 2023. This election will be his first as an incumbent. During the last legislative session, Johnson sponsored a bill that would require higher education institutions to create a school for general education. According to his campaign website, the issues he’s focusing on include reviving the economy post-COVID-19, reducing taxes and government spending and supporting the right to bear arms. 

Bernal is the founder of Awesome Autistic Ogden, an event to celebrate neurodiversity in northern Utah. She’s also a member of the Ogden School Board. 

According to her campaign website, Bernal is focused on government accountability, reducing taxes where possible and using a balanced approach to address problems with housing and development. 

District 3 covers North Ogden, Huntsville and Coalville.

Early results show Johnson has a narrow edge over Bernal, leading by 10 points.

State House 22 

Democrat incumbent Jennifer Dailey-Provost and Republican Steve Harmsen are the candidates running for Utah State House District 22, which includes the University of Utah campus and student housing.

Dailey-Provost was elected into the Utah legislature in 2018. During her service she prioritized improving healthcare, advocating for LGBTQ+ rights and protections, improving air quality, addressing the opioid crisis and environmental preservation.

Harmsen does not have a website or a social media presence. However, he has answered some questions leading up to Election Day. Harmsen has expressed his support for transitioning energy generation facilities to natural gas and nuclear power and his opposition to banning abortion after six weeks. He has also recommended systems to assist property owners in recycling rainwater and paying farmers to grow more water-efficient crops.

Students can read more about both candidates here.

State House 12

Republican incumbent Mike Schultz is running against Democratic challenger Sharon Hilton in Utah’s 12th House District, which includes Hooper, Roy and part of West Haven. Schultz was elected to the Utah State Legislature in 2015, and has served as Speaker of the House since November 2023.

During his time in the Legislature, Schultz has focused on initiatives increasing funding for Utah students, conserving Utah’s water supply, investing in transportation infrastructure, balancing the budget and cutting taxes.

Hilton has worked as a teacher and real estate agent. During her candidacy, she has prioritized responsible housing development, expanding senior resources, developing small businesses, protecting the environment and investing in Utah’s infrastructure.

State House 16

Incumbent Republican Rep. Trevor Lee is looking for re-election against Democrat Zeaid Hasan for Utah’s 16th House District. Lee took office in 2023 and serves on several committees in the Utah House of Representatives. 

According to a recent Salt Lake Tribune interview, Lee supports using coal, water charges based on usage, cutting housing regulations and banning abortion. He also backs budget flexibility for income tax use and legislative power to amend ballot initiatives. Hasan did not respond to these questions.

According to Hasan’s website he is interested in keeping communities safe, lowering taxes and supporting first responders and teachers. He is an aerospace engineer and a reserve in the United States Air Force. 

Utah’s 16th House District represents Davis County. 

State House 25 

Democrat Incumbent Angela Romero and Republican challenger Richard Nowak are the candidates for Utah’s 25th House District. Romero assumed office in 2013 and serves as the Minority Leader in the Utah Legislature.

During her time in the Legislature, Romero has prioritized advocating for survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and human trafficking, improving the environment, supporting education, providing mental health resources and ending homelessness.

Nowak has no apparent campaign website. However, he has answered some questions about his perspectives in an article by the Salt Lake Tribune. He said that he supports environmental initiatives such as transitioning to solar or thermal energy and the use of rain barrels for water conservation. Additionally, he does not support an abortion ban after six weeks or a state constitutional abortion ban, however, he does support some restrictions on reproductive health care “to ensure safety and health.”

State House 4

Democrat Kris Campbell is challenging incumbent Rep. Kera Birkeland for Utah’s House District 4 seat. 

During the last legislative session, Birkeland sponsored H.B. 257. The bill requires individuals to use bathrooms that correspond to their sex assigned at birth. She also sponsored H.B. 11 in 2022, which prohibits K-12 students from participating in gender-designated sports that don’t correspond with their sex assigned at birth. 

Campbell, a transgender man, is the program director at Mountain Meditation Center. He’s also a part of leadership in Park City’s LGBTQ+ Task Force. He told the Salt Lake Tribune that he’d support flexible housing options to combat Utah’s housing crisis, and that he wouldn’t support limits on IVF treatments or abortion. 

House District 4 encompasses parts of Morgan, Rich and Summit County. 

Amendments B & C

Out of the four initial constitutional amendments set to be on the ballot this year, two are up for Utah voters to decide on: Amendment B and Amendment C. 

Amendment B would increase the amount of money public and charter schools in Utah receive from the state’s permanent State School Fund. Currently, only 4% of the fund is distributed to schools. This amendment would raise that cap to 5%. 

The amendment would give schools an estimated $13-14 million more in funding. It’s been supported by the Utah PTA and Utah State Board of Education. 

Sheriffs in Utah are already elected to their offices. However, Amendment C would ratify this process in the Utah Constitution. It would require every county within Utah to have an elected sheriff who serves four-year terms. This would take effect on Jan. 1, 2025. 

The 3rd District Court voided Amendment A and the Utah Supreme Court voided Amendment D this fall. Votes cast for these amendments will not be counted. 

County Mayor

Incumbent Salt Lake County Democrat Mayor Jenny Wilson is running for another term against Republican Erin Rider, a corporate lawyer.

Wilson and Rider prioritize affordable housing and homelessness but differ on methods. Wilson’s plan offers “deeply affordable” units with support services, while Rider emphasizes reintegration with job access and IDs.

Rider criticized the county’s $2 billion budget for lacking funds for maintenance; Wilson noted most funds cover essential programs and that her budgets are balanced.

Both support preserving the Great Salt Lake. They also oppose a gondola in Little Cottonwood Canyon and mining in Parley’s Canyon.

County Council

South Salt Lake City Council member Democrat Natalie Pinkney is competing against co-founder of RevRoad Capital Republican Rachelle Morris. 

Morris told The Salt Lake Tribune that public safety is her priority. She’s also advocating for new jail beds and supporting the Public Safety Bond. In her view, affordable housing should focus on single-family homes and collaboration with municipal leaders.

Pinkney is focused on sustainable growth and infrastructure improvement to accommodate the county’s rapid expansion. To address affordable housing, she supports mixed-income housing near transit, streamlined regulations and assistance for first-time homebuyers.

Republican Carlos Moreno is running against Democrat Katie Olson. County Council seat 2 represents Copperton, Herriman, Kearns, Magna, South Jordan, West Jordan and West Valley City.

Democrat Ross Romero, Republican Roger Livingston and Utah Forward Nolan Kruse are running for County Council seat 4, which represents portions of Salt Lake City, South Salt Lake, Murray, Holladay, Millcreek and Emigration Canyon.

Democrat Zach Robinson is running against Republican Dea Theodore. County Council seat 6 represents Sandy, the towns of Brighton and Alta, Cottonwood Heights, Midvale and Draper.

Incumbent Republican Chris Stavros is up against Democrat Joel Frost, owner of Utah-based appraisal service ExcelAppraise, in the county assessor race. 

Incumbent Democrat Rashelle Hobbs is seeking re-election against Republican Richard Snelgrove, a former Salt Lake County council member for the county recorder.

Current Republican Deputy Chief Surveyor Bradley Park is running against 30-year veteran of the Surveyor’s Office Democrat Kent Setterberg. 

Democrat Sheila Srivastava, a certified public accountant, seeks to make history as the first woman to serve as county treasurer against current Chief Deputy Treasurer, Republican Phil Conder.

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On October 25, 2024, Old Dominion’s Model UN club hosted its seventh annual UN Day, held to commemorate the 1945 formation of the United Nations. Schools from across Norfolk attended, including Regent University, Norfolk State, Hampton University, and Tidewater Community College. Each attendee was assigned a country to act as the delegate of, where they were expected to debate key issues from the perspective of their particular country. 

The day started with a vote to determine what the first topic of discussion would be. Two choices were given: the protection of the environment in relation to armed conflicts and addressing the needs of children in conflict, with the latter being chosen. 

Discussions were dynamic and fast paced, with most delegates only allotted 30 seconds to speak. The delegates were passionate on their topics, and often used humor to help communicate their points more effectively. While it helped break the ice at first, it soon became unnecessary. Those attending UN Day, especially from other schools, expected an air of formality to the event. The consistent jokes and the event not being taken seriously downplayed the importance of the topics greatly as well as cut into valuable time. 

Brian Vernon, the Undersecretary General for the Model United Nations Society, stated in an interview that careful and deliberate preparation took place before this event, needing about a month and a half to prepare. He states that this particular forum is in a more introductory style, allowing for those who are not familiar with MUN to “dip their foot in the water.” 

Myles Perry, the president of ODU’s Model UN, encourages those interested in the club to join. While being a part of MUN, he has gained skills such as public speaking and improvisation. 

The awards given included: 

Best delegate– Stephen Shields (Chile), Hampton University

Outstanding delegate– Zia Yandoc (Russian Federation), Old Dominion University

Verbal commendation– Adam Mouak (Morocco), Tidewater Community College; Chance Stelzig (Bangladesh), Old Dominion University; Brayden Beall (Canada), Old Dominion University 

Honorable mention–  Oliver Sedwick (Australia), Old Dominion University; Delenn Main (Switzerland), Old Dominion University; Shalaina Rice (Haiti), Hampton University

By the end of the session, students were left with a greater understanding of conflicts happening around them and a heightened sense of community after spending the day with like-minded individuals. The skills that students can gain from events such as this are incredibly valuable in today’s world. Model UN teachest students not only how to debate, but also how to defend their viewpoints and become more knowledgeable about today’s world.

The early voting sign at Student Center on Oct. 31, 2024 | Raphael Fernandez/ The Cougar

The presidential election results are expected tomorrow, and the nation’s attention is focused on the contest between red and blue, conservatism and liberalism and republicans vs. democrats. Across the country, conversations about the election dominate, from newsrooms to family gatherings to workplace discussions.

While staying informed on political issues is important, students are feeling the pressure to form and discuss their opinions.

The increased conversation on political issues has led students to form mixed reactions, with many students feeling a desire to stay informed.

“Politics is pretty important in a cultural aspect,” said engineering freshman Ferris Othman. “Without politics and policy, people just govern themselves all the time. I mean, it’d be pretty barbaric.”

For many, like Othman, political engagement is essential to society’s structure. However, the increased political discourse has sparked mixed reactions, with some students feeling inclined to stay informed, while others choose to avoid contentious discussions.

“I usually don’t talk about it much with certain people,” said sociology freshman Ava Floyd. “You never know how other people would react if you have a different opinion than they do.”

Floyd and others express frustration at the need to tip-toe around political beliefs, especially as polarization intensifies.

Some students feel that political conformity has reached a toxic level, particularly in the workplace, where tensions can impact professional relationships.

“Back in Pennsylvania, I’ve also tip-toed around a couple of conversations with coworkers, because especially with Pennsylvania being so politically divided, it can get a little crazy up there,” said economics freshman Zachary Deval.

Not only does it affect people’s ability to converse, but the divide in the workplace has affected people’s professional standings.

Students say that workplace politics sometimes influence how people are perceived by their superiors, with some feeling that political beliefs, rather than work ethic, can affect favorability with bosses.

“Everyone’s going to have different opinions, so to judge someone based on that and not their work ethic isn’t something I agree with,” Floyd said.

But the tension isn’t only reserved for workplaces. Political divides are also surfacing in family dynamics.

“I know that my parents and I don’t have the same political belief,” Othman said. “So I usually just avoid conversation, because I feel if the person I’m talking to is open and understanding to talk to about it, then I don’t mind giving my opinion.”

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Editor’s Note: This story will be updated every 30-45 minutes, or when new results come in. This is a comprehensive list of all candidates and issues on the ballot for Larimer County and surrounding areas. Voting results come from the Larimer County Clerk. 

County Offices

County Commissioner – District 2

Kristin Stephens, Democratic –

Erick Selgren, Republican –

County Commissioner – District 3

Jody Shaddock McNally, Democratic –

Ben “Uncle Benny” Aste, Republican –

County Clerk and Recorder

Tina Harris, Democratic –

Wyatt Schwendeman-Curtis –

Larimer County Ballot Issues

Ballot Issue 1A: Taxes increased by $17,200,000 to improve roadways.

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City of Fort Collins Ballot Issues, Questions

Ballot Issue 2A: Extending existing 0.25% sales tax used for street maintenance through 2045.

Yes/For:

No/Against:

Ballot Issue 2B: Amending Charter of the City of Fort Collins regarding city elections.

Yes/For:

No/Against:

Ballot Issue 2C: Repealing and reenacting Article IX of the Charter of the City of Fort Collins regarding wording for clarity.

Yes/For:

No/Against

Ballot Issue 2D: Repealing and reenacting Article X regarding initiative and referendum process.

Yes/For:

No/Against:

Poudre School District R1: Increasing taxes to maintain quality of education.

Yes/For:

No/Against

Early into my freshman year, I sat in the Mighty Utah Student Section ready to watch an anticipated match against our rival and neighboring school, Brigham Young University. The excitement was palpable as the pregame preparations began and the decibel level rose. It seemed fun at first to join the crowd in booing the opposing team as they took the field. 

But as the game unfolded, the hostility intensified. As my classmates cheered for the U, many began to target the assumed faith of the BYU players. 

I thought to myself, do they not realize that Coach Whittingham is a Latter-day Saint? Don’t they know that Britain Covey just returned from his mission? What would they say to me if they knew I was a “Mormon?” 

It was a disheartening experience for me to witness my peers express such disdain for not only a rival team but an entire faith and community that I and over 30% of other U students identified with.

This experience helped me realize that this rivalry is distinct from others I had previously been a part of.

This rivalry concerns more than football scores and trivial animosity found between neighboring high schools. It includes unique aspects that unnecessarily involve religious and cultural stereotypes.

Both fanbases uphold negative and unproductive stereotypes about the other institution. 

The Disconnect

The rivalry in its current form limits our ability to build an inclusive community at the U.

Hostile rhetoric directed at any group of people is completely inappropriate. 

Making disparaging and generalizing comments targeted at a community that a massive block of the student body belongs to requires ignorance. 

Having been at the receiving end of these comments, I believe there is a disconnect in the knowledge of the prevalence of Latter-day Saints at the U. I see this as one barrier among many that impede our ability to build a more embracive culture. Admittedly, other barriers certainly stem from a lack of inclusivity and awareness from my faith community.

Promoting education and open dialogue surrounding faith traditions represented by the student body will lead to greater mutual respect. 

The Student Interfaith Coalition, which I am president and founder of, emphasizes this important work. We are dedicated to fostering a community that celebrates pluralism and promotes dialogue.

As negative interactions are phased out, a more inclusive environment will be solidified. 

A goal of our institution should be to cultivate a community where students of any background feel welcome.

I certainly did not feel welcome as a member of my faith while standing in the MUSS that night, and I do not wish that feeling upon my classmates of any identity. 

Division

We are contributing to the interfaith division present in our state.

I believe that the BYU-Utah rivalry is a microcosm of the poor interfaith relations that characterize the state of Utah. 

As the state’s most well-known and influential universities, the U and BYU should lead the way in diminishing division, rather than contributing to it. 

We can serve as an example for the rest of the state by displaying our pluralism and maturity. This generation of students will soon become the lawmakers and leaders of Utah. Practicing inclusivity today can help lead to a successful future.

Now that the Utes and Cougars will again compete across athletics in the Big 12 Conference, we have a special opportunity to redefine this rivalry.

Rather than allow our rivalry to serve as a source of division, we should channel our passion into productive collaboration where we push each other athletically and academically. 

We are presented with the opportunity to enter into a new era, one that fosters bridge-building while still emphasizing fierce competition.

Change Begins With Us

This change begins with the students and our treatment of each other. It starts by educating one another and analyzing personally held biases. We must replace hostile banter with open dialogue that recognizes our differences as points of strength, not sources of contention. The way forward is not to shy away from competition, but to embrace it in a way that builds bridges rather than walls.

Let’s pledge to change the narrative as we gear up for the upcoming “Holy War” between the Utes and Cougars. 

Together, we can transform a rivalry built on division into one rooted in respect and collaboration.

By doing so, we can support establishing more inclusive communities and initiate better interfaith relations across the state.

– Matthew K. Hyde, President of the Interfaith Coalition

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