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Show A4 NEWS MARCH 04, 2013 Benjamin Franklin's ntellectual World UTAH VALLEY UNIVERSITY STUDENT ASSOCIATION EMPOWER from Al #AVENUE from Al the same way, with the same action taken and disconnect when the officer is elected. Empower is hoping to remedy that. Empower is unique in that it was created at the insistence of other students who wanted something different than the two existing teams. While the two other parties had been preparing since last November or earlier, Empower came together earlier this year with a legion of frustrated students behind them just making the deadline. "We are different here. We don't want to mold into other universities, we don't want to mold into other types of student bodies," Reynolds said. "We want to embrace what UVU has to offer here." With a three-fold mission focused on creating a vast network of engaged students, embracing the school's diversity and offering transparency to the student body, Empower has set some lofty goals. Their rallying cry being that UVU can do things better, they may be able to accomplish those goals if elected. and the much needed funding for more space on campus. "Space is a huge issue," said #Avenue student body president candidate Zach Dearing. "[Funding] is something we're working on a lot this year already." Even though the student population at UVU is greater than that of the University of Utah and Utah State University, the university does not receive a comparable amount of funding other schools receive, which directly affects the amount of space per student. Team #Avenue candidates are Zack Dearing for Student Body President, Natalie Lier for Executive Vice President, Aubree Hill for Vice President of Activities and Jessica Barney for Vice President of Academics. "We really care about the school, we love UVU," Lier said about the major difference between #Avenue and teams that have run in the past. "We want to be involved and help the students out." run PHOTO COURTESY OF UVU MARKETING President Matthew Holland, Dr. Paul Kerry and Roy Goodman discuss the book, "Benjamin Franklin's Intellectual World," on Feb. 26. Dialogue centers around Franklin's contributions throughout American history By Brandon Beckham Reporter brandonbeckham.school@gmail.com More than 150 students, distinguished guests and members of the press packed the Lakeview Room in the library on Feb. 26 to listen to an academic panel discuss different aspects of Benjamin Franklin's life, his contributions to the founding of the United States and the betterment of society. The Center for Constitutional Studies hosted a panel on "Benjamin Franklin's Intellectual World," a newly published book edited by Dr. Paul E. Kerry and UVU President Matthew Holland that illustrates the inner workings Ben Franklin's mind Speakers included Dr. Rick A. Griffin, director of the Center; Dr. Kerry; President Holland; and Roy E. Goodman of the American Philosophical Society, who also wrote the book's afterword. The book features the collective work and essays of several scholars. "There is a lot for students to learn from essays," Holland said. Holland provided some initial reflections on Franklin and ex- Half Price Dental Clinic - Free Exam and X-rays* - PFM Crowns $485 - White Fillings from $69 Student Special $25* Cleaning, Exam & X-rays * insurance may cover plained the book project began when he and colleague Kerry began having discussions on the founding of America and political philosophy while at Brigham Young University. A special scholarly conference followed soon after at the University of Cambridge in England. Among all the American Founders, Holland said, Franklin seems like he would be the most likely to love UVU. "He was fun, playful, but also very studious, always learning and intellectually serious," Holland said. Kerry spoke on Franklin's contributions to America's unique form of government, a constitutional-republic and his ideals for easily accessible and diverse education. Franklin envisioned a place of learning for all peoples of the earth "to bring about a creative and generative end," Kerry said. Kerry described Franklin as being "all things to all people," a man who was firmly dedicated to a philanthropic life. Kerry said Franklin believed a republic couldn't survive without public virtue, deriving primarily from a moral education starting in the family. Franklin also believed a republic is dependent on some personal sacrifice and he was "a great advocate for civic engagement." The event was also marked with a special exhibit at the Center containing a gallery of Franklin pop-culture memorabilia provided by Goodman. Attendees and students were invited to view, among other things, Franklin's print shop and personal copy of U.S. Constitution with his handwritten notes on each section. Goodman stressed the importance for people to know who Benjamin Franklin was. "He wasn't a president but was immensely influential around the world," Goodman said. "His intent was to do good in every area of life and strongly believed everyone should have the equal right to voice their opinion." The exhibit will remain open until March 19 at the Center for Constitutional Studies, located on the third floor of the UVU Library. TEAM IGNITE from Al student executive if elected. "I think it's important to not just bringing cookie-cutter speakers to campus but speakers that appeal to other groups on campus," Andrews said. Other than goals to make student government a more collaborative effort on campus, Andrews hopes to lobby at the Salt Lake Capitol building for additional classrooms to be built on campus. With $10 million short of a $55 million classroom building planned for construction north of the library, a major issue for the next UVUSA president will be lobbying at the state level for more funding. "We need it to be able to meet the size [of the student body] of 46,000 that's projected in 2020," Andrews said. Unlike other UVUSA members who are "overloaded with 15 credits," Andrews, a senior who is "theoretically finished with his degree" seeks to dedicate his final year to student government. 1176 South 1480 West, Orem, UT Located just west of Wolverine Crossing and Village on the Parkway 801-426-0774 BE A DENTAL ASSISTANT IS JUST 12 WEEKS! March 11- May 9 UTAH COLLEGE OF DENTAL HYGIENE Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene (BSDH) robson.machado@dfcflyer.com Accredited College ACCSC, 20 Month Program! Accepting 60 students each class. 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