Opinion
The Stigma Behind Men’s Mental Health
Tirell et al.’s research shows that “men are likely to die by suicide than women. In the United States, men account for nearly 75% of all suicides” and “men are less likely to seek help […]
News
Iowa Safe Schools visit Iowa State Capitol to discuss upcoming anti LGBTQ+ legislation
The Iowa Safe Schools group went to the Iowa Capitol State Building on Feb. 24, 2025 to protest anti-LGBTQ+ legislation that would affect the LGBTQ+ youth community. A collection of students, educators, staff, parents, and […]
Features
From the Courtroom to the Classroom
Professor Lisa Ash, Wes Des Moines, has taught at DMACC for 11 years but her work did not begin in a classroom—it started in a courtroom. Upon her high school graduation in her small hometown […]
Features
Getting to Know the UV Team
Spring UV staffers Joyanna, Vic, Lynell, and Stephen share a little bit about themselves for the first podcast of the semester. https://www.urbanvibenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/getting_to-know-the-uv-team_uv.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Student Showcase
Cultural Symmetry: Iowa and Uganda’s Common Thread
By Lily Okech As I pulled up my phone and searched for a Whole Foods store, I quickly found the address in West Des Moines. After parking my car, I entered the store and grabbed […]
Features
News
The Impact of Sustainable Urban’s Community Fridge, Urban Food Forest, and OLEs
A 2020 study by the Governmental Accountability Office states that almost one out of four college students are food insecure. The Sustainable Urban program at DMACC does its best to lower that number, having a […]
Features
Urban Vibe Podcast: How to Student
Adrian, Vic, and Hicks discuss balancing student life and responsibilities, time management strategies, ideal class experiences, and navigating academic pressures. https://www.urbanvibenews.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/390454102-44100-2-01ae00639fb19-online-audio-converter.com_.mp3Podcast: Play in new window | Download
Opinion
Adrian’s Mid-Season NFL Awards
Most Valuable Player – Lamar Jackson Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens have been fantastic this year, earning a 7-4 record. There have been a few dropped games, for example, they could’ve beaten the 8-1 […]
Student Showcase
An Argument for Fostering a More Inclusive and Collaborative Music Environment
By Yanely Lizarraga In today’s music industry, the conversation around cultural appropriation and the ownership of musical styles is more prominent than ever. Artists are now held accountable for borrowing elements from other cultures, often […]