May 28, 2024
Stories, announcements and events for the University of Utah community
LEAD STORY
Green gentrification cycle: Double-edged sword of environmental justice
Building green spaces in disinvested communities can promote health and economic gains. It might also displace the residents who need it most.
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Featured Stories
Highlights from across campus, selected for this issue.
University Asia Campus holds 6th commencement ceremony
The "COVID Class" that started in masks now ends in caps, gowns and in person.
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James LeVoy Sorenson Center for Medical Innovation groundbreaking
Upon its completion in 2026, the center will serve as a beacon of transformative research and medical device innovation.
Gardner Institute releases new Utah demographic data
Utah is experiencing significant demographic shifts as it continues to be one of the fastest-growing states in the nation.
Well-being Navigation Program guides students to health and wellness resources
Student Affairs is launching a new program in fall 2024 to provide no cost personalized guidance, coping strategies, health education and referrals.
Celebrating ‘The Hive’
As the Marriott Library's research data repository marks it's fifth anniversary, its also celebrating over 100 contributions.
Can coal mines be tapped for rare earth elements?
New research documents elevated levels of these metals, needed for energy transition, above and below coal seams in Utah and Colorado.
Humans of the U: Nick Baret
"I learned during my internship how to work through something failing for months and not give up."
Humans of the U: Raquel Ayala Falabella
"I love meeting new people and bringing them into a circle where they feel like they can belong."
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Announcements
New ‘Blooming with Pride’ event: Plants are for everyone
This new Pride Month event invites the LGBTQIA+ community and allies to unite and celebrate the rich beauty and diversity of the natural world.
University of Utah included in NOAA’s $7M weather forecasting initiative
U atmospheric scientists partner with five other universities to enhance data assimilation for better weather prediction models.
ON CAMPUS
Featured Events
Dates to keep on your radar.
May
28
The Academia Career Club & SACNAS
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