The U’s quest for student success
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Students often grapple with the cost of earning a degree, weighed against the promise of attaining a better lifestyle with more education.
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Genetics reveal ancient trade routes of Four Corners potato
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Genetic analysis shows that ancient Indigenous people transported, cultivated and may have domesticated the native tuber outside of its natural distribution, reflecting the enduring ecological legacy of Indigenous people in the Southwest.
Read MoreRecognizing exceptional faculty leadership, research and teaching
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Read about the achievements of exceptional faculty members in teaching, research, mentorship and service.
Read MoreHumans of the U: Hannah Truax
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“I have loved seeing the tangible changes we are making happen.”
Read MoreOrigin and disappearance of Coast Salish Woolly Dog
Researchers and Coast Salish people analyze 160-year Indigenous dog pelt in the Smithsonian’s collection to understand the culturally significant Coast Salish Woolly Dog and counter the colonial narrative.
Read MoreAddressing America’s invisible, billion-dollar problem
The U’s Family Caregiving Collaborative is leading the way at the historic Caregiver Nation Summit in Washington D.C.
Read MoreWhat’s going on with labor unions?
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Sociologist Megan Reynolds explains the state of labor unions, including their history, benefits, recent strike activity, relationship to AI, cross-national patterns and potential effects on American society.
Read MoreHow climate change puts property values at risk in forested areas
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Researchers quantified the value of U.S. property exposed to increased wildfire and tree mortality associated with climate stresses and beetle infestation.
Read MoreBaodong Liu and his role in landmark voting rights case
The U’s Liu served as an expert witness in a consequential voting rights case decided by the U.S. Supreme Court.
Read MoreEthical considerations for human remains
No federal legislation exists regarding the ethical treatment of non-Native American ancestors held by institutions. Anthropologists explored the ethical problems and opportunities for people responsible for the deceased, and the descendants they represent.
Read MoreOutstanding Undergraduate Research Mentor award recognizes impactful faculty
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The recipients were selected by their college leadership and peers for their dedicated service to mentorship.
Read MoreCelebrating our exceptional faculty
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Read about the achievements of exceptional faculty members in teaching, research, mentorship and service.
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