Articles by Mishandi Sarhan

With the recent tragedy that was the Boston bombing, it’s no surprise the bigots have come out of the woodwork, specifically toward the people of Islam or those of Middle Eastern descent.

I am saying nothing against the families and friends of those harmed in the bombing. My deepest ...

Getting an education is undoubtedly expensive, but students at Dixie State University needn’t worry.

Even if you’ve applied for all the scholarships through the financial aid office that you’re eligible for, there are plenty of scholarships you can apply for online.

“Not only will our financial aid ...

With the launch of multiple hits and flops, this summer has potential to be a summer to remember when it comes to new films. 

“I love movies,” said Matthew Hansen, a sophomore communicationmajor from Salt Lake City. “They are the highlight of my summer because that’s when most of ...

Beauty pageants are a plague on our society.

From infancy on, beauty pageants teach women that all you need to succeed in life is beauty. The pressures and expectations of pageants can lead to plastic surgery and eating disorders as young girls strive to achieve perfection that doesn’t exist ...

Students all across the U.S. will take a vow of silence on April 19.

These students will be silent to protest any type of bullying against members of the LGBT community.

Day of Silence is a student-led national event that brings attention to anti-LGBT name-calling, bullying and harassment in ...

Although Facebook, Twitter and YouTube play a big part in daily life, students have found other sites to meet their Internet needs.

Through word of mouth and chance finds, the lesser-known sites are often catered to a certain demographic and give users a sense of satisfaction for finding them.

“I ...

Though the rain washed away the chalk, it didn’t wash away the Dixie State University Student Association’s plans for D-Week.

Due to bad weather conditions, the D-Week kick-off, which involved clubs and students drawing with chalk by the fountain, was canceled.

“It was disappointing that the weather wasn ...

There is something wrong with a society when the victim of a crime is blamed.

A 16-year-old girl gets raped at a high school party after she has been drinking excessively. The culprits: two high school football stars. The rape was broadcast on YouTube and Twitter. Nobody at the party ...

The Dixie State University Student Association is focusing more on student involvement when it comes to this year’s D-Week.

By using social media and talking to every student they see, the D-Week committee members are making sure students get involved in all the planned activities.

“College is some of ...

 In today’s society, students often have to get part-time jobs while in school to provide them with a steady income and the experiences necessary for later careers.

However, finding a job while in college isn’t as easy as people may think.

Dixie Sun News polled 100 students and ...

Though the teen pregnancy rate in the United States overall has been declining since 1990, on a state level, Utah’s teen pregnancy rate has increased, including for teens who are in college.

Utah’s teen pregnancy rate went up by 12 percent, according to a new report on the ...

While people get tattoos or piercings for many different reasons, many don’t often know what to consider when they first get a body modification.

The first things people should consider when getting a tattoo or piercing are “what” and “where.” Are you going with your average ear piercing, or ...

Every day, students in various communities hide who they are to avoid discrimination. This needs to stop.

The people I’m talking about are those who identify as transgender.

You may be wondering what the term transgender even means. Let me break it down for you. Transgender, at its most ...

Despite the many people who will disagree, I'm here to tell you that, yes, it is OK to date your friend's ex.

If your friend hasn't dated that guy or girl in years, and has no feeling for his or her ex, go for it. Be realistic ...

Filmmakers have been adapting books into films for decades; It’s no wonder people are turning toward the big screen when it comes to literature.

While many will admit to loving a good read now and then, popular books are being turned into film adaptations, leaving the need for the ...