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Fall semester schedule changes due to COVID-19

Limiting interactions could limit infections.

Comet NEOWISE lit up skies and social media

Comet NEOWISE blazed across the skies of the northern hemisphere and won’t return for 6,800 years. If you missed it, never fear—the University of Utah community captured stunning photos of this once-in-a-lifetime cosmic event.

Largest 3-D map of the universe ever created

The results are measurements of more than 2 million galaxies and quasars covering 11 billion years of cosmic time.

Faculty selected for presidential leadership program

The program’s goal is to foster talented, emerging leaders with administrative potential.

Gamma-ray scientists bring distant stars into focus

For the first time in nearly 50 years, stellar intensity interferometry has been used to take the measure of the stars.

 
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ANNOUNCEMENTS

 
Coursera enrollment extension

There is still time to enroll in free Coursera classes online.


Sustain biodiversity from your phone

Get outside, collect data and digitally connect with the Natural History Museum of Utah, all while staying safe and spatially distanced.


Partners in the parking lot

University Neighborhood Partners has two family friendly events left this summer.


Marriott Library opening soon

Phased reopening starts Aug. 3.


Huntsman Cancer Institute receives renewal of prestigious designation

The designation as a Comprehensive Cancer Center is the highest level of recognition awarded by the National Cancer Institute.


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CAMPUS HAPPENINGS

Humans of the U: Nancy Butler Songer

The College of Education’s new dean brings experience in creating deeply engaging and valuable STEM educational experiences.

Return to Campus: Testing, tracing, and metrics that matter

Faculty, staff and students attended the third webinar on the University of Utah’s Return: Testing, tracing, and metrics that matter.

Off season: A virtual fundraiser

This event is the first performance of its kind for UtahPresents.

5 great books for Black History Month

From paintings and photos to a reading revolution, these book recommendations from librarian Allyson Mower provide unique explorations for readers during Black History Month. 

The University of Utah’s Campus Shuttle System: Just hop on!

Multiple routes and schedules make it easy for students, faculty, and staff to navigate the campus and surrounding areas.

Humans of the U: Mike Wilkinson

“The responsibility of safety comes naturally to me; I don’t have to think about it.”

What ‘mass deportation’ means for housing costs

By reducing the labor force, stepped-up immigration enforcement would slow down construction, increase home prices and could even reduce job opportunities for U.S. citizens, study finds.

Sediment Stories

Unraveling the changing landscape of Utah’s Colorado and San Juan rivers and the shrinking Lake Powell.

Medical Plaza demolition signals end of an era

After more than five decades, the view of the University of Utah is about to change.

An introduction to the Sustainability Office’s pop-up thrift shop

What Goes Around Comes Around, also known by its lovably clunky acronym WGACA, pronounced “wuh-gah-kah,” is a free, on-campus pop-up thrift shop that promotes a circular economy and moves our campus closer to being a zero-waste community.

Celebrating MLK, the ongoing march to justice

More than 300 people braved the frigid cold on Jan. 20, 2025, to participate in a program meant to create a sense of unity and shared optimism.

Are LA’s wildfires a look into Utah’s future?

Tom Cova, expert in environmental hazards emergency management, gives insight into the Los Angeles wildfires and the best practices for keeping fire-prone communities safe.

Sit down to a smorgasbord of campus dining

Living on campus comes with numerous advantages, and having easy access to quality dining is one of them.

A hidden powerhouse in the College of Humanities

One only needs to scratch beneath the surface to reveal the tremendous value, both intellectual and practical, that L2TReC and second language learning offers.

Data Privacy Week: Web browser privacy review

On average, U.S. residents spend up to 6.5 hours per day using apps, browsers and other resources.

 
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CAMPUS EVENTS

 
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Faith + Doubt Support Group
 
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Be Well Utah - Playtime is Our Time!
 
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Virtual Get Involved Fair
 
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Lassonde Information Session & Tour
 
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