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Campus police dispatch system streamlined

A change to the record management system used by U police officers and detectives allows them to access dispatch calls that may have occurred before, or separate from, an official police case.

Self-Injury Awareness Day

This grassroots event is aimed at acknowledging the strength and resilience of individuals who often suffer in silence.

Campus Store shows the love

The Change Roundup Program asks patrons to round up their purchases to the nearest dollar, and excess funds are donated to campus organizations and charities that serve the U community.

Commit to better air year-round

Consider making alternative transportation part of your everyday life.

Historic photography

The Natural History Museum of Utah is home to a collection of lantern slides featuring Native Americans of the Southwest.

Happy trails, Fred

As Fred Esplin steps down as vice president for institutional advancement, the capstone of his 40 years at the U, he says “I never imagined in my wildest dreams I would have the opportunities I have had.”

 
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The University of the Future

The University of Utah is continuing on its strategic effort intended to prepare the institution for the long term.

Drownings in Utah: ‘One dad too many’

Teamed with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, the U’s Tabitha Benney is conducting a statewide life jacket behavior survey and developing a messaging campaign to promote proper use.

Humans of the U: Sangwon Kang

“I first became interested in engineering when I got my first smartphone as a kid.”

Satellites spot forest stress two years before bark beetle die-offs become apparent

A faint signal emitted during photosynthesis may reveal physiological stress well before tree mortality appears in aerial surveys, potentially giving forest managers more time to prepare before mortality becomes widespread

The human side of medicine

Why ethics, arts and humanities matter in medical education.

University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support

For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.

U researchers join NSF center that studies how robots and people learn to work together   

A collaboration with five other universities will place assistive robots in everyday human environments.

Campus Connect goes mobile with new student engagement app

Campus Connect serves as the University of Utah’s official student engagement platform

Senate Summary | Aug. 24, 2026

If you missed the Aug. 24 Academic Senate meeting or need a refresher, keep reading for the highlights from the meeting. Meetings are open to the public and held on Zoom.

The complexity and history of the Salt Lake Temple renovation

Learn about the core work of the renovation at this year’s Gould Distinguished Lecture at the Marriott Library.

New dining plans for faculty and staff

Each plan comes with dining dollars that can be used in any of the U Dining locations across campus.

How to avoid the most common parking ticket mistakes

Most parking tickets can be avoided by following a few simple guidelines.

The University of the Future

The University of Utah is continuing on its strategic effort intended to prepare the institution for the long term.

Drownings in Utah: ‘One dad too many’

Teamed with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, the U’s Tabitha Benney is conducting a statewide life jacket behavior survey and developing a messaging campaign to promote proper use.

Humans of the U: Sangwon Kang

“I first became interested in engineering when I got my first smartphone as a kid.”

Satellites spot forest stress two years before bark beetle die-offs become apparent

A faint signal emitted during photosynthesis may reveal physiological stress well before tree mortality appears in aerial surveys, potentially giving forest managers more time to prepare before mortality becomes widespread

The human side of medicine

Why ethics, arts and humanities matter in medical education.

University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support

For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.

U researchers join NSF center that studies how robots and people learn to work together   

A collaboration with five other universities will place assistive robots in everyday human environments.

Campus Connect goes mobile with new student engagement app

Campus Connect serves as the University of Utah’s official student engagement platform

Senate Summary | Aug. 24, 2026

If you missed the Aug. 24 Academic Senate meeting or need a refresher, keep reading for the highlights from the meeting. Meetings are open to the public and held on Zoom.

The complexity and history of the Salt Lake Temple renovation

Learn about the core work of the renovation at this year’s Gould Distinguished Lecture at the Marriott Library.

New dining plans for faculty and staff

Each plan comes with dining dollars that can be used in any of the U Dining locations across campus.

How to avoid the most common parking ticket mistakes

Most parking tickets can be avoided by following a few simple guidelines.

The University of the Future

The University of Utah is continuing on its strategic effort intended to prepare the institution for the long term.

Drownings in Utah: ‘One dad too many’

Teamed with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, the U’s Tabitha Benney is conducting a statewide life jacket behavior survey and developing a messaging campaign to promote proper use.

Humans of the U: Sangwon Kang

“I first became interested in engineering when I got my first smartphone as a kid.”

Satellites spot forest stress two years before bark beetle die-offs become apparent

A faint signal emitted during photosynthesis may reveal physiological stress well before tree mortality appears in aerial surveys, potentially giving forest managers more time to prepare before mortality becomes widespread

The human side of medicine

Why ethics, arts and humanities matter in medical education.

University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support

For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.

U researchers join NSF center that studies how robots and people learn to work together   

A collaboration with five other universities will place assistive robots in everyday human environments.

Campus Connect goes mobile with new student engagement app

Campus Connect serves as the University of Utah’s official student engagement platform

Senate Summary | Aug. 24, 2026

If you missed the Aug. 24 Academic Senate meeting or need a refresher, keep reading for the highlights from the meeting. Meetings are open to the public and held on Zoom.

The complexity and history of the Salt Lake Temple renovation

Learn about the core work of the renovation at this year’s Gould Distinguished Lecture at the Marriott Library.

New dining plans for faculty and staff

Each plan comes with dining dollars that can be used in any of the U Dining locations across campus.

How to avoid the most common parking ticket mistakes

Most parking tickets can be avoided by following a few simple guidelines.

The University of the Future

The University of Utah is continuing on its strategic effort intended to prepare the institution for the long term.

Drownings in Utah: ‘One dad too many’

Teamed with the Utah Division of Outdoor Recreation, the U’s Tabitha Benney is conducting a statewide life jacket behavior survey and developing a messaging campaign to promote proper use.

Humans of the U: Sangwon Kang

“I first became interested in engineering when I got my first smartphone as a kid.”

Satellites spot forest stress two years before bark beetle die-offs become apparent

A faint signal emitted during photosynthesis may reveal physiological stress well before tree mortality appears in aerial surveys, potentially giving forest managers more time to prepare before mortality becomes widespread

The human side of medicine

Why ethics, arts and humanities matter in medical education.

University Counseling Center partners with Mantra Health to expand virtual mental health support

For the first time, students residing outside Utah can access virtual therapy at no cost through the university.

U researchers join NSF center that studies how robots and people learn to work together   

A collaboration with five other universities will place assistive robots in everyday human environments.

Campus Connect goes mobile with new student engagement app

Campus Connect serves as the University of Utah’s official student engagement platform

Senate Summary | Aug. 24, 2026

If you missed the Aug. 24 Academic Senate meeting or need a refresher, keep reading for the highlights from the meeting. Meetings are open to the public and held on Zoom.

The complexity and history of the Salt Lake Temple renovation

Learn about the core work of the renovation at this year’s Gould Distinguished Lecture at the Marriott Library.

New dining plans for faculty and staff

Each plan comes with dining dollars that can be used in any of the U Dining locations across campus.

How to avoid the most common parking ticket mistakes

Most parking tickets can be avoided by following a few simple guidelines.

 
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