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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.

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.

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.

Invert the Inversion

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

The Race to Promontory

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

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.

Studying Melanoma Survival

States with fewer skin cancer diagnoses have higher death rates.

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CAMPUS HAPPENINGS

U to build out Utah Health AI Vault (UHAIV) with state support

Using an infusion of state funding, the University of Utah is building an AI-assisted computing infrastructure expected to advance population-based medical and policy decisions. Under a funding bill passed in the 2026 Legislature, state lawmakers and the governor have invested $18.6 million in a new technology system to maximize understanding of data stored in the […]

University of Utah wins Rehabilitation and Restoration Award

Beginning June 1st, all three homes will be available for rent.

New kind of CRISPR could treat viral infection and cancer by shredding sick cells’ DNA

The technology, developed by U biochemists and collaborators, has been tested on cells in a dish, but if it works in people, it could be a powerful tool to treat disease and advance research.

Humans of the U: Rodney Cohen

“In my job, part of what I do is think about strategies around recruitment for the Graduate School and begin to connect and partner with various departments throughout the university.”

9 global climate innovators named finalists for $250K Wilkes Prize

At the 2026 Wilkes Climate Summit on May 13, finalists will pitch their solutions, ranging from low-carbon construction materials to cleaner chemical manufacturing and resilient agriculture.

Dean’s Debate Series fosters civil communications

The debate was the first of many that are planned to address various controversial topics.

U of U Health study links air pollution to worse post-surgical outcomes

Findings by research team, which included CSBS faculty, could inform Utah environmental policy and keep people healthy after surgery.

Campus dining by the numbers

In the 2025-26 school year, students ultimately consumed 954,273 meals across the two primary residential dining locations: Kahlert Village and Peterson Heritage Center.

What a garden of bees can teach us about biodiversity

Red Butte Garden is a pollinator hotspot at the edge of a bustling city, where an ongoing bee survey could offer clues to building healthier urban ecosystems.

UIT responding to Canvas security incident

University of Utah IT and the Utah System of Higher Education are monitoring a Canvas security incident.

U researchers confront urgent AI ethics questions

Experts and attendees explored thorny AI-related issues in medicine, economic power, censorship, surveillance and more at the inaugural AI and Ethics Workshop.

Humans of the U: Kyle Gayly Gayliyev

“I allowed myself to challenge the fears and open myself to the experiences that the University of Utah offers. It worked out so well.”

U to build out Utah Health AI Vault (UHAIV) with state support

Using an infusion of state funding, the University of Utah is building an AI-assisted computing infrastructure expected to advance population-based medical and policy decisions. Under a funding bill passed in the 2026 Legislature, state lawmakers and the governor have invested $18.6 million in a new technology system to maximize understanding of data stored in the […]

University of Utah wins Rehabilitation and Restoration Award

Beginning June 1st, all three homes will be available for rent.

New kind of CRISPR could treat viral infection and cancer by shredding sick cells’ DNA

The technology, developed by U biochemists and collaborators, has been tested on cells in a dish, but if it works in people, it could be a powerful tool to treat disease and advance research.

Humans of the U: Rodney Cohen

“In my job, part of what I do is think about strategies around recruitment for the Graduate School and begin to connect and partner with various departments throughout the university.”

9 global climate innovators named finalists for $250K Wilkes Prize

At the 2026 Wilkes Climate Summit on May 13, finalists will pitch their solutions, ranging from low-carbon construction materials to cleaner chemical manufacturing and resilient agriculture.

Dean’s Debate Series fosters civil communications

The debate was the first of many that are planned to address various controversial topics.

U of U Health study links air pollution to worse post-surgical outcomes

Findings by research team, which included CSBS faculty, could inform Utah environmental policy and keep people healthy after surgery.

Campus dining by the numbers

In the 2025-26 school year, students ultimately consumed 954,273 meals across the two primary residential dining locations: Kahlert Village and Peterson Heritage Center.

What a garden of bees can teach us about biodiversity

Red Butte Garden is a pollinator hotspot at the edge of a bustling city, where an ongoing bee survey could offer clues to building healthier urban ecosystems.

UIT responding to Canvas security incident

University of Utah IT and the Utah System of Higher Education are monitoring a Canvas security incident.

U researchers confront urgent AI ethics questions

Experts and attendees explored thorny AI-related issues in medicine, economic power, censorship, surveillance and more at the inaugural AI and Ethics Workshop.

Humans of the U: Kyle Gayly Gayliyev

“I allowed myself to challenge the fears and open myself to the experiences that the University of Utah offers. It worked out so well.”

U to build out Utah Health AI Vault (UHAIV) with state support

Using an infusion of state funding, the University of Utah is building an AI-assisted computing infrastructure expected to advance population-based medical and policy decisions. Under a funding bill passed in the 2026 Legislature, state lawmakers and the governor have invested $18.6 million in a new technology system to maximize understanding of data stored in the […]

University of Utah wins Rehabilitation and Restoration Award

Beginning June 1st, all three homes will be available for rent.

New kind of CRISPR could treat viral infection and cancer by shredding sick cells’ DNA

The technology, developed by U biochemists and collaborators, has been tested on cells in a dish, but if it works in people, it could be a powerful tool to treat disease and advance research.

Humans of the U: Rodney Cohen

“In my job, part of what I do is think about strategies around recruitment for the Graduate School and begin to connect and partner with various departments throughout the university.”

9 global climate innovators named finalists for $250K Wilkes Prize

At the 2026 Wilkes Climate Summit on May 13, finalists will pitch their solutions, ranging from low-carbon construction materials to cleaner chemical manufacturing and resilient agriculture.

Dean’s Debate Series fosters civil communications

The debate was the first of many that are planned to address various controversial topics.

U of U Health study links air pollution to worse post-surgical outcomes

Findings by research team, which included CSBS faculty, could inform Utah environmental policy and keep people healthy after surgery.

Campus dining by the numbers

In the 2025-26 school year, students ultimately consumed 954,273 meals across the two primary residential dining locations: Kahlert Village and Peterson Heritage Center.

What a garden of bees can teach us about biodiversity

Red Butte Garden is a pollinator hotspot at the edge of a bustling city, where an ongoing bee survey could offer clues to building healthier urban ecosystems.

UIT responding to Canvas security incident

University of Utah IT and the Utah System of Higher Education are monitoring a Canvas security incident.

U researchers confront urgent AI ethics questions

Experts and attendees explored thorny AI-related issues in medicine, economic power, censorship, surveillance and more at the inaugural AI and Ethics Workshop.

Humans of the U: Kyle Gayly Gayliyev

“I allowed myself to challenge the fears and open myself to the experiences that the University of Utah offers. It worked out so well.”

U to build out Utah Health AI Vault (UHAIV) with state support

Using an infusion of state funding, the University of Utah is building an AI-assisted computing infrastructure expected to advance population-based medical and policy decisions. Under a funding bill passed in the 2026 Legislature, state lawmakers and the governor have invested $18.6 million in a new technology system to maximize understanding of data stored in the […]

University of Utah wins Rehabilitation and Restoration Award

Beginning June 1st, all three homes will be available for rent.

New kind of CRISPR could treat viral infection and cancer by shredding sick cells’ DNA

The technology, developed by U biochemists and collaborators, has been tested on cells in a dish, but if it works in people, it could be a powerful tool to treat disease and advance research.

Humans of the U: Rodney Cohen

“In my job, part of what I do is think about strategies around recruitment for the Graduate School and begin to connect and partner with various departments throughout the university.”

9 global climate innovators named finalists for $250K Wilkes Prize

At the 2026 Wilkes Climate Summit on May 13, finalists will pitch their solutions, ranging from low-carbon construction materials to cleaner chemical manufacturing and resilient agriculture.

Dean’s Debate Series fosters civil communications

The debate was the first of many that are planned to address various controversial topics.

U of U Health study links air pollution to worse post-surgical outcomes

Findings by research team, which included CSBS faculty, could inform Utah environmental policy and keep people healthy after surgery.

Campus dining by the numbers

In the 2025-26 school year, students ultimately consumed 954,273 meals across the two primary residential dining locations: Kahlert Village and Peterson Heritage Center.

What a garden of bees can teach us about biodiversity

Red Butte Garden is a pollinator hotspot at the edge of a bustling city, where an ongoing bee survey could offer clues to building healthier urban ecosystems.

UIT responding to Canvas security incident

University of Utah IT and the Utah System of Higher Education are monitoring a Canvas security incident.

U researchers confront urgent AI ethics questions

Experts and attendees explored thorny AI-related issues in medicine, economic power, censorship, surveillance and more at the inaugural AI and Ethics Workshop.

Humans of the U: Kyle Gayly Gayliyev

“I allowed myself to challenge the fears and open myself to the experiences that the University of Utah offers. It worked out so well.”

 
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