The University of Utah

Image of the Huntsman Mental Health Institute on the campus of the University of Utah., which along...
Allessandra Harris Gurr

Recent genetics study finds additional risk factors for suicide

The study found that, when combined with other genetic, behavioral, and environmental factors, the risk of suicide dramatically increases.
8 months ago
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Lauren Steinbrecher

Donation drive to be held in honor of murdered University of Utah football player Aaron Lowe

Aaron Lowe's mother and team are honoring his memory with a cause close to Aaron Lowe's heart, involving and benefitting the community.
8 months ago
Image of John A. Moran, who died Sept. 23, 2023. Moran had a passion for eye care, which led to the...
Mark Jones

John A. Moran remembered for passion for eye care

John A. Moran has died at age 91. He was the driving force behind creation of the John A. Moran Eye Center at the University of Utah.
8 months ago
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Amanda Dickson

Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute takes students ideas to real life

The Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute at the University of Utah brings together 6,000 students from freshmen to Ph.D. candidates each year.
8 months ago
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Adam Small

Excitement and concern as the U of U expands on-campus housing

The University of Utah is opening up more on-campus housing today.  It is trying to double the number of on-campus beds by 2030.
8 months ago
Utah’s head coach Tom Farden leads the team in a chant after winning the Pac-12 Gymnastics Champi...
Kira Hoffelmeyer

Utah gymnastics coach probe finds no evidence of severe abuse

The athletics department said it would work with Utah gymnastics coach Tom Farden on ways to better engage with athletes under his charge. 
8 months ago
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Mariah Maynes

Meet the chinchilla kit born at the Natural History Museum of Utah

A chinchilla kit has been born at the Natural History Museum of Utah. The museum is asking for visitors help in naming the newborn kit.
8 months ago
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Simone Seikaly

Fan quake? Or earthquake? U of U fans go seismic at Rice Eccles

There was so much Utah excitement at Rice Eccles this week that a seismograph station registered a force similar to a small earthquake.
9 months ago
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Amanda Dickson

Dickson: Utah-Florida football game does not cancel class

Amanda Dickson explains why the Utah-Florida football game doesn't have her canceling her media law class today.
9 months ago
The Utes lose at the 109th Rose Bowl in Pasadena, Calif....
Mark Jones

Bodkin: Rising likely to miss Utah season-opener against Florida

KSL Sports Utes Insider Michelle Bodkin tells Jeff Caplan's Afternoon News that it is likely that Utah quarterback Cam Rising will miss Thursday's season-opener against Florida.
9 months ago
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Amanda Dickson

What University of Utah football, career services have in common

It's hard to imagine that the University of Utah football team and its campus career services have anything in common. But there's more than meets the eye.
9 months ago
Weber State University will offer TheDream.US scholarships to Utah immigrant youth who want to atte...
Allessandra Harris Gurr

How Utah colleges are working to improve student safety

Universities across the state are working to improve student safety on and off campus now that they are heading back to the classroom. 
9 months ago
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Carlos Artiles Fortun

Data breach at University of Utah Health Plans could impact members

A data breach at University of Utah Health Plans was discovered in June that could potentially their members sensitive information.
9 months ago
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Aimee Cobabe

How many earthquakes are happening under our feet? University of Utah researchers reveal answer

Wondering how many earthquakes are happening right now? At least for Utah, there’s a lot more than we can feel, says the University of Utah.
10 months ago
Effects of Climate Change may be lessened by Lunar Dust...
Peter Johnston

U of U students hoping to help NASA get to the moon

A group of University of Utah students could work towards establishing a moon base after winning NASA's Big Idea competition
11 months ago
FILE - Adderall XR capsules are displayed on Feb. 24, 2023. Drug shortages are growing in the Unite...
Devin Oldroyd

Seven months into Adderall shortage, expert offers advice

Now seven months into an Adderall shortage, many individuals have been left waiting several months for refills.
12 months ago
Just one week after eight HBCUs were threatened, a bomb threat was called in on at the University o...
Mark Jones

Resiliency Center: Building a mental resilience

The Resiliency Center at the University of Utah is providing help to 25,000 employees in education, clinical roles and research.
1 year ago
University of Utah impact scholar Tim Shriver, right, meets with members of Students for Dignity, i...
Mark Jones

U of U commencement speaker: Take a chance on yourself

Keynote speaker at the University of Utah commencement ceremony Tim Shriver told graduates to take a chance. He also urged them to ignore the noise and tune in to the best of themselves.
1 year ago
In a groundbreaking move, the School of Aviation Sciences at Utah Valley University has become the ...
Ben McGonnell

Utah Valley University’s leadership in aviation sustainability

Utah Valley University's School of Aviation Sciences has become the first college in the US to switch to unleaded aviation fuel for its training fleet, marking a significant milestone in aviation sustainability.
1 year ago
U.S. Army soldiers wait to board their CH-47 Chinook helicopter during a joint military drill betwe...
Mark Jones

Breaking down the pros and cons of mandatory military service

Mandatory military service is required in places such as Finland and Israel. Dave & Dujanovic discuss the pros and cons of the United States requiring it.
1 year ago
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Mark Jones

U of U students took part in counterterrorism simulation last weekend

Students at the University of Utah got to participate in a counterterrorism simulation on Friday, April 7.
1 year ago
Research on snail venom from the Huntsman Cancer Institute may help cancer patients with pain relie...
Mark Jackson

Research on snail venom could benefit cancer patients

Huntsman Cancer Institute research on snail venom from cone snails may help cancer patients with pain relief. Dr. Baldomero Olivera tells us more.
1 year ago
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Adam Small

University of Utah reaches settlement with family of murdered student

The University of Utah will pay $5 million to the family of a student who was murdered last February in 2022.
1 year ago
A University of Utah professor says that Little Cottonwood Canyon is the most prone canyon in the w...
Elizabeth Weiler

School delays and closures begin as winter storm moves in

SALT LAKE CITY — As of 2 p.m. Tuesday and for the next 24 hours, school delays and closures will pop up as a strong storm moves through the state. School districts Canyons School District will transition to remote learning on Wednesday. All schools in the district will be closed for the day. Box Elder […]
1 year ago