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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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Tusks up, Utah: Remarkable mascots and Ice Age icons

The Utah Hockey Club rebranded to Utah Mammoth. In honor of NHMU’s newest special exhibition, “Mysteries of the Ice Ages,” here are other potential ice-age inspiration mascots.

It may be stinky and buggy, but Great Salt Lake is worth saving

U scientists are helping guide Utah’s Great Salt Lake Strike Team, formed three years ago at the urging of U President Taylor Randall.

Don’t forget to look up!

While you’re admiring what’s blooming down low, don’t forget to look up. Summer is in full swing at the Red Butte Garden—come say “Hi!” to our hawks.

Increasing imaging capabilities with the Free.Max MRI

The scanner allows imaging for patient populations that were previously limited or excluded from MRI imaging.

Illustration student wins 175th Anniversary Art Contest

Hannah Carr’s design will feature a large Block U with images of students engaged in various creative activities on campus.

@theU June 30, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Not all programs cost the same: Here’s why that matters

How MAP helps the U make smart, mission-driven choices about academic programs and resource use.

2025 parking increases: What campus needs to know

Navigating parking challenges on college campuses is a shared experience for many students, faculty and administrators.

U road trip highlights business partnerships

The multi-day trip allowed for strengthening relationships and building infrastructure for sustained policy impact.

Humans of the U: Heidi Herrick

“I have my dream job here. I get to see these phenomenal women actually fulfill some of their goals or dreams, find their voice and that’s pretty amazing to be a part of.”

World UFO Day

Enthusiasts celebrate World UFO Day on July 2, but Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena are a national security problem. U geographers discuss their efforts to distinguish which are legitimate threats

Neighbors connect with U leaders at annual open house

The event underscored a shift in the university’s approach to community engagement with neighbors.

Tusks up, Utah: Remarkable mascots and Ice Age icons

The Utah Hockey Club rebranded to Utah Mammoth. In honor of NHMU’s newest special exhibition, “Mysteries of the Ice Ages,” here are other potential ice-age inspiration mascots.

It may be stinky and buggy, but Great Salt Lake is worth saving

U scientists are helping guide Utah’s Great Salt Lake Strike Team, formed three years ago at the urging of U President Taylor Randall.

Don’t forget to look up!

While you’re admiring what’s blooming down low, don’t forget to look up. Summer is in full swing at the Red Butte Garden—come say “Hi!” to our hawks.

Increasing imaging capabilities with the Free.Max MRI

The scanner allows imaging for patient populations that were previously limited or excluded from MRI imaging.

Illustration student wins 175th Anniversary Art Contest

Hannah Carr’s design will feature a large Block U with images of students engaged in various creative activities on campus.

@theU June 30, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Not all programs cost the same: Here’s why that matters

How MAP helps the U make smart, mission-driven choices about academic programs and resource use.

2025 parking increases: What campus needs to know

Navigating parking challenges on college campuses is a shared experience for many students, faculty and administrators.

U road trip highlights business partnerships

The multi-day trip allowed for strengthening relationships and building infrastructure for sustained policy impact.

Humans of the U: Heidi Herrick

“I have my dream job here. I get to see these phenomenal women actually fulfill some of their goals or dreams, find their voice and that’s pretty amazing to be a part of.”

World UFO Day

Enthusiasts celebrate World UFO Day on July 2, but Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena are a national security problem. U geographers discuss their efforts to distinguish which are legitimate threats

Neighbors connect with U leaders at annual open house

The event underscored a shift in the university’s approach to community engagement with neighbors.

Tusks up, Utah: Remarkable mascots and Ice Age icons

The Utah Hockey Club rebranded to Utah Mammoth. In honor of NHMU’s newest special exhibition, “Mysteries of the Ice Ages,” here are other potential ice-age inspiration mascots.

It may be stinky and buggy, but Great Salt Lake is worth saving

U scientists are helping guide Utah’s Great Salt Lake Strike Team, formed three years ago at the urging of U President Taylor Randall.

Don’t forget to look up!

While you’re admiring what’s blooming down low, don’t forget to look up. Summer is in full swing at the Red Butte Garden—come say “Hi!” to our hawks.

Increasing imaging capabilities with the Free.Max MRI

The scanner allows imaging for patient populations that were previously limited or excluded from MRI imaging.

Illustration student wins 175th Anniversary Art Contest

Hannah Carr’s design will feature a large Block U with images of students engaged in various creative activities on campus.

@theU June 30, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Not all programs cost the same: Here’s why that matters

How MAP helps the U make smart, mission-driven choices about academic programs and resource use.

2025 parking increases: What campus needs to know

Navigating parking challenges on college campuses is a shared experience for many students, faculty and administrators.

U road trip highlights business partnerships

The multi-day trip allowed for strengthening relationships and building infrastructure for sustained policy impact.

Humans of the U: Heidi Herrick

“I have my dream job here. I get to see these phenomenal women actually fulfill some of their goals or dreams, find their voice and that’s pretty amazing to be a part of.”

World UFO Day

Enthusiasts celebrate World UFO Day on July 2, but Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena are a national security problem. U geographers discuss their efforts to distinguish which are legitimate threats

Neighbors connect with U leaders at annual open house

The event underscored a shift in the university’s approach to community engagement with neighbors.

Tusks up, Utah: Remarkable mascots and Ice Age icons

The Utah Hockey Club rebranded to Utah Mammoth. In honor of NHMU’s newest special exhibition, “Mysteries of the Ice Ages,” here are other potential ice-age inspiration mascots.

It may be stinky and buggy, but Great Salt Lake is worth saving

U scientists are helping guide Utah’s Great Salt Lake Strike Team, formed three years ago at the urging of U President Taylor Randall.

Don’t forget to look up!

While you’re admiring what’s blooming down low, don’t forget to look up. Summer is in full swing at the Red Butte Garden—come say “Hi!” to our hawks.

Increasing imaging capabilities with the Free.Max MRI

The scanner allows imaging for patient populations that were previously limited or excluded from MRI imaging.

Illustration student wins 175th Anniversary Art Contest

Hannah Carr’s design will feature a large Block U with images of students engaged in various creative activities on campus.

@theU June 30, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

Not all programs cost the same: Here’s why that matters

How MAP helps the U make smart, mission-driven choices about academic programs and resource use.

2025 parking increases: What campus needs to know

Navigating parking challenges on college campuses is a shared experience for many students, faculty and administrators.

U road trip highlights business partnerships

The multi-day trip allowed for strengthening relationships and building infrastructure for sustained policy impact.

Humans of the U: Heidi Herrick

“I have my dream job here. I get to see these phenomenal women actually fulfill some of their goals or dreams, find their voice and that’s pretty amazing to be a part of.”

World UFO Day

Enthusiasts celebrate World UFO Day on July 2, but Unidentified Anomalous Phenomena are a national security problem. U geographers discuss their efforts to distinguish which are legitimate threats

Neighbors connect with U leaders at annual open house

The event underscored a shift in the university’s approach to community engagement with neighbors.

 
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