@ The U Newsletter

HANDLE YOUR SCANDAL

Judy Smith, the woman who inspired the hit TV show “Scandal,” keynotes Women’s Week, with other events focusing on the professional, social and personal lives of women.

MAKE THE WORLD YOUR CLASSROOM

U’s Go Learn trips combine education with a vacation to facilitate deeper connections between travelers and the communities they visit.

UNDERSTANDING THE U, TELLING THE WORLD

Made a fascinating discovery? Planning an interesting event? Earned some serious kudos for your work? The U’s communications office can help spread the word.

SALT LAKE TRIBUTE

Former U professor Nan Ellin expresses her love for the city in a tribute letter to Salt Lake as she leaves to pursue a job in Texas.

Announcements
University committee selections for 2015-16, faculty awards, cause an effect fundraiser and more
A Healthier U
What common drug can harm you, healthy living and self-confidence, paying the price for “beauty” and more
Benefiting U
WellU cooking class for March
Teaching Resources
Teaching a flipped classroom course, online teaching trends and more
 

Lessons learned about emergency alerts

In 2007, a Virginia Tech student opened fire on classmates killing 32 people and injuring 17 more. Some of the most important lessons learned in the aftermath of this tragedy centered on emergency communication. According to a senior Virginia Tech official, what important step does the U need to take in emergency preparedness?

Air quality: Health, energy and economics

Annual event this year focuses on air quality as Utah debates public policy to curb air pollution.