One U

By working together, those at the University of Utah have the power to develop innovative solutions to address the most pressing societal issues.

The Race to Promontory

UMFA exhibition brings historic railroad photos and spikes to the U.

Invert the Inversion

With new apps to make it easier to participate, join the Clear the Air Challenge.

The Future of Social Justice

Author and activist Blair Imani will headline ASUU’s Conference on Diverse Excellence, the theme of which, “Unite For Justice,” brings peoples of diverse backgrounds together in order to educate, uplift and support one another.

Studying Melanoma Survival

States with fewer skin cancer diagnoses have higher death rates.

Lights, Camera, Science at Sundance

Science@Sundance highlights movies that excel at using art and storytelling to engage their audiences in important science-related issues.

Invest in U

The U launches a pilot program designed to help students pay education-related costs so they can complete their degrees faster and launch their professional careers.

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CAMPUS HAPPENINGS

4th Fintech Xchange explores AI, responsibility to consumers

Nearly 400 innovators and executives from companies including Visa, Intuit, LoanPro and KPMG gathered in downtown Salt Lake City Feb. 4-6 to discuss headwinds facing the industry, regulatory changes, emerging technologies.

Can smartwatches guard against hypertension?

New study led by U of U Health predicts real-world impact of using wearable tech to detect undiagnosed high blood pressure.

Online exposure to medical misinformation concentrated among older adults

Study by U communication researchers finds few Americans encounter low-credibility health websites.

The battle for breath: Controlling Great Salt Lake dust

Engineered dust control measures would have costs and tradeoffs, constrained by water availability, says a study led by atmospheric sciences professor Kevin Perry.

U ramps up emphasis on durable skills with new fellows, framework

Durable skills are foundational, uniquely human abilities such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

What are U students up to on Capitol Hill?

Working behind the scenes in the fast-paced environment of the session provides interns more than a crash course in government—it’s an opportunity to influence the future.

U welcomes Christena Huntsman Durham as new trustee

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed—and the Utah Senate has approved—Christena Huntsman Durham to the University of Utah’s Board of Trustees.

Arthur Brooks named U’s 2026 Commencement speaker

Brooks will draw from his extensive writings about the search for happiness and meaning to inspire the Class of 2026.

Rising together: Student leadership development

Since 2019, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has partnered with AAMC to build and grow the RISE leadership conference.

U to honor legendary women’s basketball coach

Elaine Elliott’s accolades and her commitment to the student-athletes she dedicated her professional life to will be recognized in a ceremony at halftime of the U vs. Cincinnati on Feb. 14.

Turning passion into purpose with recreational therapy

Activities are designed to meet each patient’s unique health care goals.

Legislative session brings community together to showcase value of research

This unique event got policymakers off the hill and up to the U.

4th Fintech Xchange explores AI, responsibility to consumers

Can smartwatches guard against hypertension?

New study led by U of U Health predicts real-world impact of using wearable tech to detect undiagnosed high blood pressure.

Online exposure to medical misinformation concentrated among older adults

Study by U communication researchers finds few Americans encounter low-credibility health websites.

The battle for breath: Controlling Great Salt Lake dust

Engineered dust control measures would have costs and tradeoffs, constrained by water availability, says a study led by atmospheric sciences professor Kevin Perry.

U ramps up emphasis on durable skills with new fellows, framework

Durable skills are foundational, uniquely human abilities such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

What are U students up to on Capitol Hill?

Working behind the scenes in the fast-paced environment of the session provides interns more than a crash course in government—it’s an opportunity to influence the future.

U welcomes Christena Huntsman Durham as new trustee

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed—and the Utah Senate has approved—Christena Huntsman Durham to the University of Utah’s Board of Trustees.

Arthur Brooks named U’s 2026 Commencement speaker

Brooks will draw from his extensive writings about the search for happiness and meaning to inspire the Class of 2026.

Rising together: Student leadership development

Since 2019, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has partnered with AAMC to build and grow the RISE leadership conference.

U to honor legendary women’s basketball coach

Elaine Elliott’s accolades and her commitment to the student-athletes she dedicated her professional life to will be recognized in a ceremony at halftime of the U vs. Cincinnati on Feb. 14.

Turning passion into purpose with recreational therapy

Activities are designed to meet each patient’s unique health care goals.

Legislative session brings community together to showcase value of research

This unique event got policymakers off the hill and up to the U.

4th Fintech Xchange explores AI, responsibility to consumers

Can smartwatches guard against hypertension?

New study led by U of U Health predicts real-world impact of using wearable tech to detect undiagnosed high blood pressure.

Online exposure to medical misinformation concentrated among older adults

Study by U communication researchers finds few Americans encounter low-credibility health websites.

The battle for breath: Controlling Great Salt Lake dust

Engineered dust control measures would have costs and tradeoffs, constrained by water availability, says a study led by atmospheric sciences professor Kevin Perry.

U ramps up emphasis on durable skills with new fellows, framework

Durable skills are foundational, uniquely human abilities such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

What are U students up to on Capitol Hill?

Working behind the scenes in the fast-paced environment of the session provides interns more than a crash course in government—it’s an opportunity to influence the future.

U welcomes Christena Huntsman Durham as new trustee

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed—and the Utah Senate has approved—Christena Huntsman Durham to the University of Utah’s Board of Trustees.

Arthur Brooks named U’s 2026 Commencement speaker

Brooks will draw from his extensive writings about the search for happiness and meaning to inspire the Class of 2026.

Rising together: Student leadership development

Since 2019, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has partnered with AAMC to build and grow the RISE leadership conference.

U to honor legendary women’s basketball coach

Elaine Elliott’s accolades and her commitment to the student-athletes she dedicated her professional life to will be recognized in a ceremony at halftime of the U vs. Cincinnati on Feb. 14.

Turning passion into purpose with recreational therapy

Activities are designed to meet each patient’s unique health care goals.

Legislative session brings community together to showcase value of research

This unique event got policymakers off the hill and up to the U.

4th Fintech Xchange explores AI, responsibility to consumers

Can smartwatches guard against hypertension?

New study led by U of U Health predicts real-world impact of using wearable tech to detect undiagnosed high blood pressure.

Online exposure to medical misinformation concentrated among older adults

Study by U communication researchers finds few Americans encounter low-credibility health websites.

The battle for breath: Controlling Great Salt Lake dust

Engineered dust control measures would have costs and tradeoffs, constrained by water availability, says a study led by atmospheric sciences professor Kevin Perry.

U ramps up emphasis on durable skills with new fellows, framework

Durable skills are foundational, uniquely human abilities such as communication, collaboration and problem-solving.

What are U students up to on Capitol Hill?

Working behind the scenes in the fast-paced environment of the session provides interns more than a crash course in government—it’s an opportunity to influence the future.

U welcomes Christena Huntsman Durham as new trustee

Utah Gov. Spencer Cox has appointed—and the Utah Senate has approved—Christena Huntsman Durham to the University of Utah’s Board of Trustees.

Arthur Brooks named U’s 2026 Commencement speaker

Brooks will draw from his extensive writings about the search for happiness and meaning to inspire the Class of 2026.

Rising together: Student leadership development

Since 2019, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine has partnered with AAMC to build and grow the RISE leadership conference.

U to honor legendary women’s basketball coach

Elaine Elliott’s accolades and her commitment to the student-athletes she dedicated her professional life to will be recognized in a ceremony at halftime of the U vs. Cincinnati on Feb. 14.

Turning passion into purpose with recreational therapy

Activities are designed to meet each patient’s unique health care goals.

Legislative session brings community together to showcase value of research

This unique event got policymakers off the hill and up to the U.

CAMPUS EVENTS

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