The Universe

2 weeks ago | universe.byu.edu | Victoria Howell

SuspiciousTwo suspicious males were panhandling near the Harold B. Lee Library. Officers were unable to locate the males in question. InformationBYU University Police received notification from the FBI about online threats directed at a BYU professor who resides in Orem. After officers contacted the individual, it was discovered that the victim was not a professor at BYU but rather a graduate student. Welfare checkAn elderly male’s pants had fallen down at the HBLL. Officers spoke with the individual.

2 weeks ago | universe.byu.edu | Sierra Martin

Folk music thrives at BYU with the Mountain Strings, Celtic and American ensembles In the Mountain Strings, Celtic and American Ensembles, BYU students explore various types of music from around the world, from Ireland and Scotland to Russia and Macedonia. Mark Geslison has been involved in these ensembles, both as a student and director, since 1983. “I kind of feel like I never grew up,” Geslison said. Students play both centuries old tunes and contemporary folk music.

1 month ago | universe.byu.edu | Victoria Howell

SuspiciousA package was found at the Missionary Training Center with white powder inside. It was determined that the white powder was not an illicit substance but rather a prank involving laundry soap. Suspicious personA male was reported to be carrying a crowbar around Wymount Terrace. The individual advised he was a plumber, and he was working in the area fixing pipes. Criminal mischiefGraffiti was found on a sign that had been posted on a door in the Wilkinson Student Center.

1 month ago | universe.byu.edu | Chiara Lavine

Protein consumption is a hot topic on social media — and in real life — with influencers encouraging viewers to add protein staples to common meals.

1 month ago | universe.byu.edu | Victoria Howell

MedicalA student was feeling cold and weak at the Joseph F. Smith Building. An officer offered a ride to the patient and their roommate to Helaman Halls. A student was having an allergic reaction in the Harold B. Lee Library. He was administered a dose of epinephrine and was given a ride to his residence. A tenant was feeling unwell at Wymount Terrace. They were assessed and released. Found propertyA debit card was found at the Martin Building. It was returned to its owner.