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2018 Social Media Recap

This year’s U social media reflected the gamut of emotions and events experienced on campus. And, as always, the U’s Instagram featured the signature stunning vistas of the U.

Humans of the U: Roundup

Sharing compelling stories from the heart of the U’s campus.

Announcements

JUMP TO: University announces actions to improve campus safety and security Jason Shepherd receives $2.5 million to study Alzheimer’s disease Feed U Pantry University Teaching Grants Recipients of the Fall 2018 GLAD and Spring 2019 grant and award deadlines UNIVERSITY ANNOUNCES ACTIONS TO IMPROVE CAMPUS SAFETY AND SECURITY[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-4″][/bs_col][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]University of Utah President Ruth Watkins […]

 

Your gallbladder and you

[bs_row class=”row”][bs_col class=”col-sm-8″]Your gallbladder is a small organ that can cause big problems if you don’t take care of it. When working properly this pouch the size of a deflated balloon stores bile produced by the liver. It squeezes that bile into the small intestine to help with digestion, particularly foods with higher fat content. […]

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Wanda S. Pillow named Dean of College of Humanities and of School for Cultural and Social Transformation

Wanda S. Pillow has accepted an offer to serve as the dean of both the College of Humanities and the School for Cultural and Social Transformation.

@theU March 10, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

A profound new play: ‘A Case for the Existence of God’

Set in a small-town loan office, the story follows two very different men: Keith, a mortgage broker, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker.

Whose air quality are we monitoring?

U.S. EPA air quality monitors are disproportionally located in predominately white neighborhoods, leaving marginalized communities at risk of pollution exposure.

Neurodiversity: Think outside the box

Join 2025 Neurodiversity & Disability Awareness Week for insight into student experiences, practical strategies for better web accessibility, meeting new friends and learning how the U can get you accommodations.

Building Institutions, Building Trust: Yuval Levin visits the U

Levin focused on the role institutions play as a scaffolding in American life and why students should engage in strengthening the institutions they are a part of.

Humans of the U: Grayson Murphy

“Through running, I have learned I can do hard things. Part of running is constantly surprising yourself with what you’re capable of.”

Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium approaches

During this event, undergraduate researchers will show off their work to their family, friends and community.

University embarks on ambitious framework to build ‘college town magic’

U’s Board of Trustees approved the Campus Physical Development Framework for planning a campus of the future.

Misha lived in zoos, but the elephant’s tooth enamel helps reconstruct wildlife migrations

Utah geologists show how strontium isotopes found in teeth or tusks reveal where large plant-eating animals have roamed.

2025 Honorary degree recipients announced

I. King Jordan, Julie A. Lassonde, Cecil O. Samuelson Jr. and Linda C. Smith will receive honorary doctorates from the university this year.

Celebrate Pride Week at the U

The Center for Community and Cultural Engagement is hosting a variety of events from March 22-29 for all members of the campus community.

Wanda S. Pillow named Dean of College of Humanities and of School for Cultural and Social Transformation

Wanda S. Pillow has accepted an offer to serve as the dean of both the College of Humanities and the School for Cultural and Social Transformation.

@theU March 10, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

A profound new play: ‘A Case for the Existence of God’

Set in a small-town loan office, the story follows two very different men: Keith, a mortgage broker, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker.

Whose air quality are we monitoring?

U.S. EPA air quality monitors are disproportionally located in predominately white neighborhoods, leaving marginalized communities at risk of pollution exposure.

Neurodiversity: Think outside the box

Join 2025 Neurodiversity & Disability Awareness Week for insight into student experiences, practical strategies for better web accessibility, meeting new friends and learning how the U can get you accommodations.

Building Institutions, Building Trust: Yuval Levin visits the U

Levin focused on the role institutions play as a scaffolding in American life and why students should engage in strengthening the institutions they are a part of.

Humans of the U: Grayson Murphy

“Through running, I have learned I can do hard things. Part of running is constantly surprising yourself with what you’re capable of.”

Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium approaches

During this event, undergraduate researchers will show off their work to their family, friends and community.

University embarks on ambitious framework to build ‘college town magic’

U’s Board of Trustees approved the Campus Physical Development Framework for planning a campus of the future.

Misha lived in zoos, but the elephant’s tooth enamel helps reconstruct wildlife migrations

Utah geologists show how strontium isotopes found in teeth or tusks reveal where large plant-eating animals have roamed.

2025 Honorary degree recipients announced

I. King Jordan, Julie A. Lassonde, Cecil O. Samuelson Jr. and Linda C. Smith will receive honorary doctorates from the university this year.

Celebrate Pride Week at the U

The Center for Community and Cultural Engagement is hosting a variety of events from March 22-29 for all members of the campus community.

Wanda S. Pillow named Dean of College of Humanities and of School for Cultural and Social Transformation

Wanda S. Pillow has accepted an offer to serve as the dean of both the College of Humanities and the School for Cultural and Social Transformation.

@theU March 10, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

A profound new play: ‘A Case for the Existence of God’

Set in a small-town loan office, the story follows two very different men: Keith, a mortgage broker, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker.

Whose air quality are we monitoring?

U.S. EPA air quality monitors are disproportionally located in predominately white neighborhoods, leaving marginalized communities at risk of pollution exposure.

Neurodiversity: Think outside the box

Join 2025 Neurodiversity & Disability Awareness Week for insight into student experiences, practical strategies for better web accessibility, meeting new friends and learning how the U can get you accommodations.

Building Institutions, Building Trust: Yuval Levin visits the U

Levin focused on the role institutions play as a scaffolding in American life and why students should engage in strengthening the institutions they are a part of.

Humans of the U: Grayson Murphy

“Through running, I have learned I can do hard things. Part of running is constantly surprising yourself with what you’re capable of.”

Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium approaches

During this event, undergraduate researchers will show off their work to their family, friends and community.

University embarks on ambitious framework to build ‘college town magic’

U’s Board of Trustees approved the Campus Physical Development Framework for planning a campus of the future.

Misha lived in zoos, but the elephant’s tooth enamel helps reconstruct wildlife migrations

Utah geologists show how strontium isotopes found in teeth or tusks reveal where large plant-eating animals have roamed.

2025 Honorary degree recipients announced

I. King Jordan, Julie A. Lassonde, Cecil O. Samuelson Jr. and Linda C. Smith will receive honorary doctorates from the university this year.

Celebrate Pride Week at the U

The Center for Community and Cultural Engagement is hosting a variety of events from March 22-29 for all members of the campus community.

Wanda S. Pillow named Dean of College of Humanities and of School for Cultural and Social Transformation

Wanda S. Pillow has accepted an offer to serve as the dean of both the College of Humanities and the School for Cultural and Social Transformation.

@theU March 10, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

A profound new play: ‘A Case for the Existence of God’

Set in a small-town loan office, the story follows two very different men: Keith, a mortgage broker, and Ryan, a yogurt plant worker.

Whose air quality are we monitoring?

U.S. EPA air quality monitors are disproportionally located in predominately white neighborhoods, leaving marginalized communities at risk of pollution exposure.

Neurodiversity: Think outside the box

Join 2025 Neurodiversity & Disability Awareness Week for insight into student experiences, practical strategies for better web accessibility, meeting new friends and learning how the U can get you accommodations.

Building Institutions, Building Trust: Yuval Levin visits the U

Levin focused on the role institutions play as a scaffolding in American life and why students should engage in strengthening the institutions they are a part of.

Humans of the U: Grayson Murphy

“Through running, I have learned I can do hard things. Part of running is constantly surprising yourself with what you’re capable of.”

Spring 2025 Undergraduate Research Symposium approaches

During this event, undergraduate researchers will show off their work to their family, friends and community.

University embarks on ambitious framework to build ‘college town magic’

U’s Board of Trustees approved the Campus Physical Development Framework for planning a campus of the future.

Misha lived in zoos, but the elephant’s tooth enamel helps reconstruct wildlife migrations

Utah geologists show how strontium isotopes found in teeth or tusks reveal where large plant-eating animals have roamed.

2025 Honorary degree recipients announced

I. King Jordan, Julie A. Lassonde, Cecil O. Samuelson Jr. and Linda C. Smith will receive honorary doctorates from the university this year.

Celebrate Pride Week at the U

The Center for Community and Cultural Engagement is hosting a variety of events from March 22-29 for all members of the campus community.

 
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