Honoring veterans all week on campus
A full schedule of events will honor veterans on campus the week of Nov. 11, including the 27th annual Veterans Day Commemoration on Nov. 15.
Using AI to train future social workers
The Virtual Social Work Trainer is a project seven years in the making.
Utah and BYU: Rivals on the field, teammates in the lab
The rivals on the field are, in fact, not rivals in the lab.
5 great books for Native American Heritage Month
Here are some book recommendations from the J. Willard Marriott Library for this year's Native American Heritage Month.
Unlocking the power of constructive dialogue
Perspectives is an interactive online program designed to teach students the principles of constructive dialogue.
Societal Impact Scholars Seminar series begins
The U kicked off its new Societal Impact Scholars Seminar series with a visit from American Enterprise Institute economist Michael Strain.
Long COVID clinic marks 3 years of work
The impacts from the virus are so widespread that as many as 50 symptoms have been identified.
In search of malaria parasite’s Achilles heel
Discovery of critical iron-transport protein in deadly pathogen could lead to faster-acting medications.
Rethinking electric bus depots as ‘profitable energy hubs’
New research into Beijing’s 27,000-bus fleet explores using depots to generate solar energy to power buses and stabilize the grid.
Senate Summary | Nov. 4, 2024
Here are the highlights from the Nov. 4 Academic Senate meeting.
Humans of the U: A. Raheim White
"You were not created to fit in, you were made to stand out."
Humans of the U: Chad Ostrander
"The only thing you should ever ask for is an opportunity. If you want something, go get it."
Announcements
Scheduled test of campus alert
This test is crucial for assessing the speed, reliability, and reach of the system, helping us improve safety for students, faculty, staff and visitors.
Great health plan news and vaccine clinic notice
Don’t forget that employees can use the RedMed Employee Health Clinic for their health needs.
Office of Strategic Economic Partnerships is created
The U is taking another step toward achieving its Impact 2030 goals by exploring new ways to infuse higher education in tackling societal challenges.
Discover your campus connection at Ken Garff University Club
The club is more than just a space—it’s a community.
Featured Events
Nov
11
Honoring Indigenous Heritage
12
Frontiers of Science lecture featuring Peter Norvig
13
ESS Open House
14
BSG Service Project: Seeds of Gratitude
15
Indigenous Gallery Walk
16
School of Dance presents: Grounding
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