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The power of grassroots movements

The U’s 35th annual MLK Week celebration features writer, community organizer and queer feminist Charlene Carruthers.

‘Keeping U Safe’ fair

Join the Union Programming Council in the Union East Ballroom, Thursday, Jan. 17, 2019, from 11 a.m.-1p.m.

Healing chronic pain and opioid addiction

Eric Garland, associate dean for research at the College of Social Work, has been appointed to a Multidisciplinary Working Group focused on a $1.1 billion federal effort to speed scientific solutions to stem the opioid crisis.

What ‘One U’ can do

University of Utah research had a stellar year. Watch U Health’s video to learn more about it.

Distinguished service to women

Nominations are being accepted for the 2019 award honoring those who selflessly give their time and energy to improve the educational and/or working environment for other women at the university.

Race, place and the politics of pollution

Robert Bullard will discuss the ways that justice, sustainability and human rights are inextricably linked.

 
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The hidden spread of a common hospital-associated infection

C. diff, one of the most common health care-associated infections, spreads within ICUs more than three times more than previously thought, new U of U Health research has found.

Utah’s ELEVATE Center aims to reduce maternal deaths

Center funded by the National Institutes of Health builds national model to improve outcomes for moms and babies affected by substance use disorder.

Student commencement speaker: Equipped to endure

As a non-traditional student, Tracie Yellowman Tséyíníítsó’s educational journey took many unexpected steps.

Celebrating success: Match Day 2025

Our students matched into 22 specialties at top-tier programs across the country.

Journey back in time with ‘Classique’

The School of Dance invites you to experience this 19th century splendor brought to life by the U’s dance students.

The search for life beyond Earth

On April 8, explore the mysteries of the universe with Aomawa Shields, astronomer, astrobiologist and actor.

Humans of the U: Donzelle Taylor

Having honest conversations, even when I was young, made me understand how childhood adversities affect your adult life.

Building an archive and uncovering stories

Environmental Humanities is working with the Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation to build an archive in support of the Nation’s ability to preserve and tell its own stories.

5 books and 6 films to enjoy during Earth Month

April is a time to celebrate the Earth, its land, creatures and climate as it marks the arrival of Earth Month.

@theU March 31, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Honors College Praxis Labs tackle real-world challenges

These scholars will serve through May 2026 and then continue as members of the permanent scholars’ network.

Sharing cultural traditions, bringing campus together

The newly created Center for Community and Cultural Engagement (CCE) is developing programming to highlight the significant cultural contributions of the individual communities.

The hidden spread of a common hospital-associated infection

C. diff, one of the most common health care-associated infections, spreads within ICUs more than three times more than previously thought, new U of U Health research has found.

Utah’s ELEVATE Center aims to reduce maternal deaths

Center funded by the National Institutes of Health builds national model to improve outcomes for moms and babies affected by substance use disorder.

Student commencement speaker: Equipped to endure

As a non-traditional student, Tracie Yellowman Tséyíníítsó’s educational journey took many unexpected steps.

Celebrating success: Match Day 2025

Our students matched into 22 specialties at top-tier programs across the country.

Journey back in time with ‘Classique’

The School of Dance invites you to experience this 19th century splendor brought to life by the U’s dance students.

The search for life beyond Earth

On April 8, explore the mysteries of the universe with Aomawa Shields, astronomer, astrobiologist and actor.

Humans of the U: Donzelle Taylor

Having honest conversations, even when I was young, made me understand how childhood adversities affect your adult life.

Building an archive and uncovering stories

Environmental Humanities is working with the Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation to build an archive in support of the Nation’s ability to preserve and tell its own stories.

5 books and 6 films to enjoy during Earth Month

April is a time to celebrate the Earth, its land, creatures and climate as it marks the arrival of Earth Month.

@theU March 31, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Honors College Praxis Labs tackle real-world challenges

These scholars will serve through May 2026 and then continue as members of the permanent scholars’ network.

Sharing cultural traditions, bringing campus together

The newly created Center for Community and Cultural Engagement (CCE) is developing programming to highlight the significant cultural contributions of the individual communities.

The hidden spread of a common hospital-associated infection

C. diff, one of the most common health care-associated infections, spreads within ICUs more than three times more than previously thought, new U of U Health research has found.

Utah’s ELEVATE Center aims to reduce maternal deaths

Center funded by the National Institutes of Health builds national model to improve outcomes for moms and babies affected by substance use disorder.

Student commencement speaker: Equipped to endure

As a non-traditional student, Tracie Yellowman Tséyíníítsó’s educational journey took many unexpected steps.

Celebrating success: Match Day 2025

Our students matched into 22 specialties at top-tier programs across the country.

Journey back in time with ‘Classique’

The School of Dance invites you to experience this 19th century splendor brought to life by the U’s dance students.

The search for life beyond Earth

On April 8, explore the mysteries of the universe with Aomawa Shields, astronomer, astrobiologist and actor.

Humans of the U: Donzelle Taylor

Having honest conversations, even when I was young, made me understand how childhood adversities affect your adult life.

Building an archive and uncovering stories

Environmental Humanities is working with the Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation to build an archive in support of the Nation’s ability to preserve and tell its own stories.

5 books and 6 films to enjoy during Earth Month

April is a time to celebrate the Earth, its land, creatures and climate as it marks the arrival of Earth Month.

@theU March 31, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Honors College Praxis Labs tackle real-world challenges

These scholars will serve through May 2026 and then continue as members of the permanent scholars’ network.

Sharing cultural traditions, bringing campus together

The newly created Center for Community and Cultural Engagement (CCE) is developing programming to highlight the significant cultural contributions of the individual communities.

The hidden spread of a common hospital-associated infection

C. diff, one of the most common health care-associated infections, spreads within ICUs more than three times more than previously thought, new U of U Health research has found.

Utah’s ELEVATE Center aims to reduce maternal deaths

Center funded by the National Institutes of Health builds national model to improve outcomes for moms and babies affected by substance use disorder.

Student commencement speaker: Equipped to endure

As a non-traditional student, Tracie Yellowman Tséyíníítsó’s educational journey took many unexpected steps.

Celebrating success: Match Day 2025

Our students matched into 22 specialties at top-tier programs across the country.

Journey back in time with ‘Classique’

The School of Dance invites you to experience this 19th century splendor brought to life by the U’s dance students.

The search for life beyond Earth

On April 8, explore the mysteries of the universe with Aomawa Shields, astronomer, astrobiologist and actor.

Humans of the U: Donzelle Taylor

Having honest conversations, even when I was young, made me understand how childhood adversities affect your adult life.

Building an archive and uncovering stories

Environmental Humanities is working with the Northwestern Band of Shoshone Nation to build an archive in support of the Nation’s ability to preserve and tell its own stories.

5 books and 6 films to enjoy during Earth Month

April is a time to celebrate the Earth, its land, creatures and climate as it marks the arrival of Earth Month.

@theU March 31, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Honors College Praxis Labs tackle real-world challenges

These scholars will serve through May 2026 and then continue as members of the permanent scholars’ network.

Sharing cultural traditions, bringing campus together

The newly created Center for Community and Cultural Engagement (CCE) is developing programming to highlight the significant cultural contributions of the individual communities.

 
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