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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.

The silence of safety

The University of Utah’s student-led Mine Rescue Team demonstrates the value of safety.

Welcome to the National Laboratories & Security Office

The new National Labs & Security Office will work with labs and agencies for coordinating collaboration and strategy.

Promise and peril: Humanities perspectives on artificial intelligence

The institute’s combination of expert-led discussions and hands-on application gave educators the perfect opportunity to think and experiment in a way that helps shape their pedagogy.

Global outreach team helps girl attacked by hyenas

This was first time the team has provided care in Dodoma, Africa.

University of Utah reports on federal funding cuts

Under the cuts implemented by the Trump Administration, the U will lose $15.5 million in research funding this year and $12.9 million in future years, for a total reduction of $28.4 million.

U engineers develop novel material that efficiently removes ‘forever chemicals’

This metal-organic framework both fluoresces in the presence of certain PFAS chemicals and absorbs these environmental contaminants that are widely used in consumer products.

Lowering textbook costs through campus collaboration

The Utah Day 1 Books Access Program delivers all required digital and print materials directly to students by the first day of class, ensuring they’re ready to go from the very first lecture.

@theU July 21, 2025

Check out what’s happening on campus this week!

New rules for concealed weapons on campus

In order to carry a firearm on campus, a person must obtain a Concealed Carry Permit (CCP) from the state of Utah.

Humans of the U: Jeremiah Adejube

“My long-term dream is to start a civil engineering consultancy focused on low-carbon and climate-resilient materials.”

New pathways for pharmacy technicians

With new drugs entering the commercial market every day, and one in six people over the age of 60 saddled with increased medication needs, pharmacy technicians are essential.

The hidden costs of a stacked schedule

Why Academic Affairs is taking a new approach to course scheduling, and what it means for students.

 
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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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