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New ‘For Utah Scholarship’

The scholarship will combine federal, state and university funds to cover tuition and fees for academically qualified, Pell Grant-eligible first-time freshmen who are Utah residents.

$150 million commitment from Huntsman family will establish mental health institute

Historic gift will establish the Huntsman Mental Health Institute with an initial focus on advancing knowledge and relieving suffering through research-informed treatment of mental illness.

The U invited to join the Association of American Universities

The University of Utah is one of the newest members of the prestigious Association of American Universities, which for more than 100 years has recognized the most outstanding academic institutions in the nation.

Campus Store One-Day Sale on Apple products

On Wednesday, Nov. 20, 2019, at the main University Campus Store and the University Campus Store Health in HSEB, select Apple products will be available tax-free.

Explore the world with International Education Week

U students, staff and faculty represent cultures from around the globe. Immerse yourself in the diversity of our community and learn more about the world without leaving campus.

U honors 11 vets with week of events

The 22nd Annual Veterans Day Commemoration Ceremony on Monday, Nov. 11, 2019, kicks off a week of events including a dodgeball tournament, a panel discussion on military dogs, a performance at Kingsbury Hall and military highlights at the football game.

What inspires environmental action?

Utahns, regardless of their age or political party, are becoming more willing to take environmental action when they know one key element: the positive economic benefits of change.

Inaugural State of the Arts address

Learn how the arts are influencing student life, research, academic success and creative thinking across our entire campus.

Greening your office

The choices we make in our work environment impact the natural environment, our health and our future quality of life. Because these issues are important to our students we want to make sure that we are upholding their values.

Campus Events

ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
Open forums with Chief Safety Officer candidates

The final candidates for the Chief Safety Officer position will be on campus. If your schedule permits, we hope that you will take the opportunity to meet all four candidates.


Continuum gets a new name and a bold new look

For 28 years, Continuum—the magazine of the University of Utah—has kept readers connected to campus. Now it’s getting a refresh.


500th Anniversary of the Death of Leonardo da Vinci

An evening to explore da Vinci’s ongoing multidisciplinary impact with featured speaker Mario Capecchi, Nobel Laureate in Physiology and Medicine.


Ski Archives honor skiing pioneers

This year’s award recipients are the Wasatch Mountain Club, which received the History-Maker Award, and Alan K. Engen, who received the S.J. Quinney Award.


NIH award granted to study alternate treatments to opioids

Two U School of Medicine projects—one based in the Department of Radiology and Imaging Sciences and another in the Emergency Department—have been awarded grants through the National Institutes of Health Helping to End Addiction Long-term Initiative.


Nominate an outstanding academic advisor

Do you know an academic advisor who has made a positive impact on the lives of their students? Nominations are now being accepted from students, staff and faculty for the 2020 University Academic Advising Committee’s Outstanding Advisor and Outstanding New Advisor awards.


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Campus Events

CAMPUS HAPPENINGS

The Arts and U

Writer, actor and Vietnam veteran Stu Richel was at a party with friends in 2011 when the subject of Vietnam came up. As they reminisced, he recalled the day he left Vietnam to come home and the many emotions he felt.

Humans of the U: Alan Abbinanti

“Growing up, I was taught that if I can help someone, it is my responsibility to do so. I learned that example from my father, who is my hero. His hard work and positive attitude have been a guiding light throughout my life.”

Construction & Commuter Updates

Road construction near the Huntsman Cancer Hospital starting soon.

 
Campus Events

CAMPUS EVENTS

 
NOV
11
U of U Food Drive
 
NOV
12
Shake Smart grand opening
 
NOV
12
Service House Dialogue - University Identity: The Drum and Feather
 
NOV
14
Combatants for Peace
 
NOV
15
International Night
 
NOV
16
Utah Athletes In Service at Utah vs. UCLA
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