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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.

Where inquiry meets impact

The new L. S. Skaggs Applied Science Building completes the 275,000-square-foot Crocker Science Complex, a celebration of science and our shared belief in a better future.

Public broadcasting faces an uncertain future after federal cuts

KUER and PBS Utah are projected to lose nearly $2.5 million from their budgets in the coming year as a result of the cuts.

Red Betty: Nostalgic style, modern icon

For ardent Ute fans, 2025 will be a year to remember as the University of Utah debuts a one-of-a-kind vehicle that will turn heads wherever Swoop lands for a visit.

Addressing the cost of routine care

A program through University of Utah Health helps patients afford medications that otherwise would be out of their budgets.

Here’s how the U.S. military can trim its massive carbon footprint

Reduced military spending would lead to significant savings in energy use, according to new research.

Is there a place for AI in placing medical needles?

Review of scientific literature explores how artificial intelligence can best advance robotic deployment of needles inside the body.

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Humans of the U: Dalyana Guerra

“Teaching itself is performative: engaging students requires creativity and a willingness to embrace other parts of myself beyond math.”

This is the place: A Utah pioneer reading list

The tumultuous journey of the Mormon Pioneers is paramount to understanding the history of our state, but it is not the only one.

Can air pollution trigger an aneurysm?

Research led by neurosurgeon Robert Rennert links air pollution to an increased risk for bleeding in the brain, a serious but rare complication.

Great Salt Lake’s mystery islands

U geologists are investigating if the groundwater revealed by reed-covered mounds can be tapped to restore broken lakebed crusts.

 
Campus Events

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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