Police investigating reported sexual assault on campus
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The police investigation into an alleged sexual assault on campus is ongoing.
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U remains committed to free speech on campus
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As a public campus, the U upholds freedom of expression and the right of speakers and audiences to be free from undue disruption and interference as protected by the Constitution.
Read MoreU Statement on the death of Dr. Sarah Hawley
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The University of Utah mourns the tragic loss of one of our bright young family medicine residents, Sarah Hawley, MD. Dr. Hawley was a first-year resident who was focusing on continuing her studies in Family & Preventive Medicine.
Read MoreCondemning Racism
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A message from President Watkins after a banner from an organization that espouses white supremacy was posted on the George S. Eccles Legacy Bridge and earlier in the week, several stickers from a different hate group were also found on campus.
Read MoreUpdated university statement & FAQ on McCluskey interviews
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The parents of Lauren McCluskey have raised important questions and understandable concerns about campus safety.
Read MoreAudio files in Lauren McCluskey case
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On Jan. 17, 2019, the University of Utah released audio recordings from the Department of Public Safety in the Lauren McCluskey case as the investigation has reached a point where these recordings can be made public. Names of dispatchers, private info and telephone numbers, addresses and dates of birth have been redacted.
Read MoreResponse to editorial in the Salt Lake Tribune regarding campus safety
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In an op-ed article in today’s Salt Lake Tribune, the parents of Lauren McCluskey raised important questions and understandable concerns about campus safety and whether the university’s public safety, student housing and other departments did everything they could to prevent the crime that took their daughter’s life. Lauren’s friends, teachers and all the other members […]
Read MoreActions to improve campus safety and security
Actions announced in response to an independent review team’s findings and recommendations related to the Lauren McCluskey case.
Read MoreUniversity statement on exhibit at the library
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The University of Utah’s Marriott Library is one of six national organizations asked to host a juried art exhibit sponsored by The College Book Art Association (CBAA).
Read MoreCampus alert update
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The U sent out a campus-wide notification just before 10 p.m., Nov. 15. Here is more information about the timing of the alert.
Read MoreTitle IX proposed regulations
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The U.S. Department of Education today issued proposed regulations governing the way universities handle allegations of sexual assault and harassment as outlined under Title IX, the federal law that protects individuals from gender discrimination and ensures equal access in educational programs and activities. The proposal is now open for public comment, and the regulations will not go into effect until this period closes and the department reviews the comments.
Read MoreCampus safety resources
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After the tragic incident on campus two weeks ago, we want to remind students, faculty and staff about the SafeU website, which provides easily accessible and comprehensive information on a range of topics, from how to report a safety concern to requesting a safety escort.
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