July 13, 2026
Stories, announcements and events for the University of Utah community
LEAD STORY
Making higher education more accessible and affordable
USHE's new structure organizes institutions into five collaborative regions.
FEATURED
Featured Stories
Highlights from across campus, selected for this issue.
Utah Board of Higher Education streamlines program review
USHE's Systemwide Program Plan establishes a task force to boost integration between institutions.
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Mountain West Digital Library turns 25
The collaborative project has helped institutions across the Mountain West share their digital collections more widely while sustaining the standards, partnerships and infrastructure needed for long-term discovery.
Caddisfly silk gene evolves quickly without losing adhesive power
Bioengineer Russell Stewart is looking to aquatic bugs to create next-generation of biomedical adhesives.
Holographic printer produces 3D shapes in one shot
U engineering researchers' method uses nanoscale ‘mask’ to avoid leaky seams that come with standard layering process.
Gala honors native exceptionalism
The Native Excellence Awards amplify and celebrate individuals who exemplify Indigenous excellence.
Humans of the U: Curtis Beplay
"My path wasn’t what I originally planned, but it taught me a lot about the real world."
TO KNOW
Announcements
University Print & Mail Services earns national recognition
The awards recognize excellence in in-house printing and mailing.
Reminder to volunteer at Employee Appreciation Day
You can volunteer in various areas such as concessions, activities, greeting guests at our entrance gates.
Join the EAD Swag Swap
It’s a great way to recycle while giving your swag a second chance at life by going home with a guest as an EAD souvenir!
ON CAMPUS
Featured Events
Dates to keep on your radar.
Jul
13
AI in Education: English, Math, & Science Best Practices, In-person cohort
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Responsible AI Community Engagement Special Interest Group
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op-in Drawing Disco: Oil Pastel Still Lifes
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EPIC World Cup Watch Party (All Games)
