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HATCH FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES COLLABORATION WITH U

New center will honor Utah Sen. Orrin G. Hatch and focus on advocating for political civility and bipartisan problem-solving.

COMMENCEMENT 2018 RECAP

The U celebrated the largest graduating class in its history with 8,568 students. If you missed out on the event, take a look at this year’s commencement.

2018 ROSENBLATT PRIZE FOR EXCELLENCE

Richard B. Brown, dean of the College of Engineering at the University of Utah, was honored with the U’s highest faculty accolade.

‘Nature’s Ultimate Machines’

From slug slime to whale flippers to electrical shocks, organisms have “engineered” impressive tactics to make a living on planet Earth. The museum’s special exhibit explains how some species glide through the air, endure extreme temperatures or crush 8,000 pounds in a single bite.

Announcements
Academic Senate recap | Daniel A. Reed named senior vice president for Academic Affairs | Celebrate U 2018 | Moran faculty awards | Thesis and dissertation printing at Marriott Library | Pain management study | What you need to know about the U’s rental car contracts | Duo 2FA phone call and text options will be discontinued | Nominate a veteran
A Healthier U
Medication questions you should be asking | Medication that can impair driving | How to prevent kidney stones
The Arts and U
Pioneer Theatre Company produces hit musical “Mamma Mia!”
HR Updates
Open enrollment is here and WellU program reminders
Safe & Sound
Operators and all passengers must wear seat belts while operating university vehicles

UTAH EDUCATION POLICY CENTER STUDY

State after-school program makes a difference for students in Utah affected by intergenerational poverty.

OUTSTANDING FACULTY

U faculty recognized for teaching, scholarly and creative research, service, innovation and impact, community-engaged teaching and more.

U RESEARCHER HONORED

Math professor Christopher Hacon elected to National Academy of Sciences.