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PACIFIC ISLANDER INITIATIVE

The U is in the process of hiring two new full-time faculty in Pacific Islander studies and recently created a new scholarship aimed at recruiting and retaining talented Pacific Islander students.

INFORMATION SESSIONS ON SEXUAL ASSAULT

Reports of an aggravated sexual assault on campus on Monday, Oct. 31 were upsetting to members of our campus community. Three information sessions will outline resources for campus safety.

HUMANS OF THE U

Meet November’s Humans of the U: Sharing compelling stories from the heart of the University of Utah campus.

PAUSE FOR PAWS

Take a break (and a deep breath) with therapy dogs.

Announcements
Staff scholarships | Massage therapy extends hours to Saturday and Sunday | Campus Rec gift certificates now on sale | U holiday cards and customized gifts by University Print & Mail
A Healthier U
Snoozing your way to better health | Are e-cigarettes a good way to quit smoking? | Avoiding asthma attacks this winter
HR Updates
Campaign for Our Community: Give thanks by giving back
Safe & Sound
Respiratory protection program

A TRADITION OF KINDNESS

U professor’s book teaches children the importance of small acts of kindness.

PAKISTANI YOUTH LEADERS

U holds re-entry workshop teaching exchange students how to implement their learning abroad experiences in their communities.

‘TOXIC FAT’

Research could help explain why some obese people are more prone to diabetes than others.