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A new home for hospitality at the U
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The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation has given $25 million to establish the J.W. Marriott, Jr. Institute, an initiative to develop leadership skills rooted in hospitality principles.
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For a while, crocodile
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The ancestors of today’s crocodylians survived two mass extinction events. A new study uncovered a secret to their longevity, which could help conservationists better protect this most vulnerable species.
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An immortalized smile at chemistry
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Family, mentees, colleagues and faith leaders honored chemist Henry Eyring during the unveiling a new statue of the pioneering scientist, located in his namesake chemistry building on the U campus.
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US HHS secretary tours Osher Center
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U.S. Secretary of Health and Human Services Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. stopped at the U on April 7 to tour OSHER’s wellness bus, food pharmacy and demonstration kitchens.
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Don’t let measles crash campus
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A reduction in the number of people being vaccinated against the virus has led to outbreaks of the illness and caused at least two known deaths in Texas.
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Announcements
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Stress Buster Week Spring 2025: Helping students succeed
This semi-annual event for students is to help them de-stress before finals week.
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Celebrating U Completely: An evening of passion, people, purpose
The ceremony will be held on Wednesday, April 23, from 6-8 p.m. in the Union Ballroom and is open to all U students.
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UTech spring Apple event
All University of Utah students, faculty, staff and alumni are invited to save big on select Apple products.
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Academic Senate meeting on April 28
The next Academic Senate meeting is Monday, April 28, from 3-5:30 p.m. Meetings are open to the public.
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Loss, survivorship and reflexive narrative
New York Times bestselling author Dr. Kate Bowler will explore the complex terrain of grief, loss and what it truly means to survive.
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Honoring Indigenous changemakers: Nominations open for 2025 Native Excellence Gala
The annual Native Excellence Gala celebrates individuals who exemplify Indigenous excellence and whose leadership inspires, uplifts and paves the path forward for the Indigenous community.
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