Salt Lake County

Spring 2022 COVID update

Taylor Randall, president; Mike Good, senior vice president for health sciences; Martell Teasley, interim senior vice president for academic affairs
March 9, 2022

After spring break, masks will no longer be required in indoor spaces on the main campus.

A view overlooking salt lake valley from the University of Utah campus at sunset. On the horizon, you can see faint mountains that are obscured by hazy air, showing an example of air pollution that builds up in the valley.

Air pollution spikes reduce test scores

Lisa Potter
research communication specialist, University of Utah Communications
November 23, 2020

More frequent peak air pollution exposure was associated with reduced math and English language arts test scores for third graders in all primary public schools in Salt Lake County.

Air pollution’s effects on homeless populations

Paul Gabrielsen
science writer, University Marketing & Communications
November 13, 2020

Whether or not they reside in shelters, people without housing are impacted by Utah’s air quality.

Persistent inequitable exposure to air pollution in Salt Lake County schools

Lisa Potter
science writer, University of Utah Communications
May 15, 2020

A new study utilized a community-university partnership of nearly 200 PM 2.5 sensors through the Air Quality and U network. U researchers revealed persistent social inequalities in Salt Lake County schools.

GIVE YOUR THOUGHTS ON FOOTHILL DRIVE

Janelle Hanson
September 26, 2016

The Foothill Drive Implementation Strategy project team wants to hear from the University of Utah community on ideas for improvements to Foothill Drive.

FOOTHILL DRIVE

Clare Duignan
June 6, 2016

A newly completed plan will identify short and long term strategies for traffic congestion, neighborhood connections, safety and transportation options.