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Show now/ A4 MONDAY • MARCH 26 • 2007 Hunger Banquet informs students of worldwide hunger problem Jason Adkins News Writer The Student Service Council on campus held their Fifth Annual Hunger Banquet, March 22, in an attempt to inform the attendees about the pervasiveness of hunger worldwide and also to raise money for Habitat for Humanity of Utah County. According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAQ) of the United Nations, approximately 850 million people are hungered worldwide. The FAO also estimates that over 13,000 children die across the globe daily, amounting to a child's death every five seconds. The Hunger Banquet tried to inform the attendees about hunger through different meals that were served on a random basis. A small number of people, about 10 percent, were tor of Habitat for Humanity of Utah County, shared her experiences about how poverty affects the lives of those in Utah County. Brazier said that Informing the UVSC community about this problem that affects us even in the 21st Century is a challenge. "Even if it's giving a dollar to a homeless man or getting involved with an organization, that will make a difference," Brazier said. Mathews spoke about the problems of homelessness in our own county, which slips under the radar for most people. "The people here in Utah County may not feel it is a problem because it is hidden," said Mathews. Awareness that there is a problem with homelessness is a key to helping out other, Mathews added. "Once they are aware, they can seek out opportunities [to help]," said Mathews. served a generous meal that included a salad to start off the dinner, chicken and dessert, to symbolize people who are well-fed. A meal that included pizza and soda was served that was not as plentiful, but was still expected to fill one's stomach, symbolizing the middleclass. The majority of people were served a simple meal of beans and rice, which was spartan compared to the rest of the fare, bringing home the fact that most people on the globe do not enjoy the benefits that industrialized nations enjoy. Two speakers were invited to talk about hunger and homelessness at the event. Josh Brazier, founder of Kaiizen. a non-profit foundation that raises money for humanitarian projects around the world, spoke about the effects of hunger internationally, while Kena Mathews, executive direc- photo/college marketing (Above) President Sederburg models the schools new line of "University" apparel at the signing of SB70, making UVSC a University into law. (Below) Gov. Huntsman is congratulated after the signing of SB70 Summer school to begin From SUMMER* A1 not get into during other terms and concentrate on areas of study needing fulltime attention. Class sizes are smaller and allow accelerated progress toward a degree, enabling students to graduate on time or even early. Free parking passes are also given to all summer students. "Summer session at UVSC is an attractive time on campus." said Robert Burns, director of summer session. '"In additional to the beautiful flowers and landscape of the campus, students will find a quality educational environment tuned to their success. Summer session offers a great opportunity for new and returning students to get a jump start on their educational goals and become part of the UVSC student success experience." Registration starts this week in a priority registration order: Mar. 26 - 80 credits hours and over; Mar. 27-28-50 credit hours and over; Mar. 29-30-30 credit hours and over; and Apr. 2—0 credit hours and over. For more information or questions about registration and starting dates e-mail summer@uvsc.edu or call {801)863-8100. 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