Humanities Radio Presents: Comm 3520
Comm 3520 explores radio journalism and exposes students to news writing, reporting, covering a beat, interviewing sources and producing news for broadcast. These episodes are a collection of students’ final projects covering topics such as Covid, politics and the fight against anti-Asian sentiment.
U Students Join In the Fight Against Anti-Asian Sentiment
Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders across the country have been facing an uptick in hatred and violence for over a year. But, a national movement to fight against this anti-Asian sentiment is on the rise. Sunwhee Mike Park has more.
The U Softball Team Works To Recover From COVID
The covid-forced cancellation of the 2020 softball season was like a gut-punch to the University of Utah softball team. More than a year later, Chronicle beat writer Brian Preece takes a look at the work the team has put in to be ready for the 2021 season.
College Students On The Taboo of Talking Politics
Americans avoid talking politics more and more these days. Hailey Danielson looks at how the next generation of voters approaches the topic.
Californians Have Had Enough of Gavin Newsom
Business owners and residents have had a tough time dealing with the dramatic number of regulations put in place by California Governor Gavin Newsom during the Covid-19 pandemic. University of Utah student Alison McCowin shows us how Newsom’s actions have negatively impacted Californians.
What's A U Football Game Without Spirit?
Members of the University of Utah Spirit Team had their world turned upside down when the Coronavirus pandemic struck and they were no longer allowed to practice or cheer on the Ute sidelines. Gabby Hindoian has more on what this was like for the team.
Normal Club Ice Cream Thrives During Covid Pandemic
As we transition to normalcy, many small businesses will be gearing up for summer patronage. Eden Call tells us more about one particular small business.
COVID Killed the Concert Scene
The spring of 2020 held a destructive blow to Utah’s music scene. University of Utah student Sage Holt takes a look at this unprecedented year in the history of local musicians.
How A Local Restaurant Survived the Pandemic
COVID-19 has had a big impact on small businesses. Radio journalism student Sophia Krepela tells us how The Dodo restaurant in Salt Lake City navigated the challenges.
The Life Of A Student Athlete During The Pandemic
It has now been over a year since the COVID-19 pandemic began. Like many aspects of life, sports have taken a major hit over the past year and athletes have been greatly affected. Nicole Naticchioni takes a deeper look into this.
The Pandemic Boosts Backpacking Popularity
Utah National Parks are expecting huge crowds this summer as the pandemic winds down. Sophie Simon has tips on packing for an isolated weekend backpacking through the desert.
Mental Health And the Return To Normal After COVID-19
By this point in the pandemic, it's well known that extended time in quarantine causes major mental health complications. Catie Quigley reports on the impact of those mental health issues as people return to work.