At The U Email

November 27, 2023

Stories, announcements and events for the University of Utah community

LEAD STORY

University of Utah to host 2024 Presidential Debate

On Wednesday, Oct. 9, 2024, qualifying candidates for president of the United States will take center stage at Kingsbury Hall for a moderated debate to be broadcast on all major television networks.

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FEATURED

Featured Stories

Highlights from across campus, selected for this issue.

Free Speech and Academic Freedom on Campus FAQ

The university supports creative, thoughtful, and respectful discourse.

Be a residential education student leader

These students work to build community, a safe environment, and purposeful conversations in university residence halls.

Protecting kids from Utah’s worsening dust pollution

With federal funding, professor Kerry Kelly will deploy PM10 monitors at 50 schools to produce highly localized forecasts.

Caving for bones

How a tip from a citizen scientist led to deep discoveries in Utah’s caves.

How green investors can make a difference

Study by finance professor Chong Shu finds investor engagement is more effective than divestment for reducing emissions.

Isotopes: Science’s ‘common currency’

U geologist Gabriel Bowen explores isotopes to see what they can tell us about the world.

Here’s how to forge metal on the moon

U students aim for the moon in NASA competition, and nail it with their proposal for refining iron on lunar surface.

Life Science Workforce Initiative kicks-off

A new partnership between the state of Utah, higher education, and life sciences industry leaders aims to keep Utah competitive globally by training and supporting students entering the workforce with ...

Digital tools quadruple rate of lung cancer screening

U researchers develop apps that prompt doctors to offer lifesaving screen for high-risk patients and help personalize care.

#GivingTuesday: Helping our U community this global day of giving

There are lots of ways to support the U community.

Celebrate ‘Christmas in Connecticut’

Take a comedic romp in the countryside without leaving Salt Lake City.

Caring for caregivers

More than 400,000 Utahns are family caregivers. In recognition of their contributions and sacrifices, Gov. Spencer Cox declared November 2023 as Family Caregiver Month in Utah.

Humans of the U: Nakisha Cielo Mart

"It is really special to be at the U and be a part of creating events that celebrate Native people."

U student needs Your vote to secure “CNN Hero of the Year”

The U community can help Osei Boateng win a $100,000 grant toward continuing his humanitarian work in Ghana by voting for him as "Hero of the Year," every day through Dec. 5.

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Announcements

Be active and balanced at the U

Fitness classes to keep you moving! Your journey awaits.

Glasses sale at Moran Eye Center

Enjoy our broad collection of brands with options for all budgets, whether you're looking for quality frames starting at just $60 for the latest designer eyewear.

University bolsters campus equity with new appointments

RBIRT includes representatives from multiple university departments who work together to ensure a holistic and a coordinated response to racist and bias incidents.

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Featured Events

Dates to keep on your radar.

Nov

CTE Workshop: AI and Writing

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Dec

Holiday Market

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