The latest issue of U.S. News & World Report/America’s Best Colleges showcases two popular programs at the University of Utah. The magazine ranked the U’s College of Engineering at number 70 nationally and the U’s Service Learning Program was honored as one of its “Programs to Look For.”
Read MoreIt was announced today that Octavio Villalpando, an Associate Professor in the Department of Educational Leadership and Policy, has been selected as the new Associate Vice President for Diversity at the University of Utah. Senor Vice President for Academic Affairs, David W. Pershing, made the announcement saying, “Professor Villalpando will be a strong addition to my Academic Leadership team and to the University leadership in general.”
Read MoreThe University of Utah presents the 23rd annual celebration of the life and legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. The theme for this year’s celebration is “Civil Rights Postponed.” Events include a keynote address by civil rights activist and author, Angela Davis, and conclude with a performance by songwriter Goapele.
Read MoreFormer University of Utah administrator Lowell Bennion is remembered for his service to the community-visiting widows, supporting social justice issues, working with students on Saturday morning service projects, gathering and delivering food for the hungry and founding the Bennion Teton Valley Boys Ranch. At the University, Bennion made contributions as the dean of students and as a faculty member in the U’s Department of Sociology-as well as in his role as director of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints” (LDS) Institute, located adjacent to the U.
Read MoreCommencement ceremonies at the University of Utah will be held on Friday, May 5, at 9 a.m., in the Jon M. Huntsman Center. The class of 2006, comprised of 7,332 graduates, will receive degrees that morning. The procession of diverse students, who come from 66 countries, 50 U.S. states and 25 of Utah’s 29 counties, will begin at 8:20 a.m. Guests should plan to be in their seats prior to 8:30 a.m. Tickets are not required.
Read MoreRevisiting Utah’s Past on view at the Utah Museum of Fine Arts from January 14 through July 23, 2006, presents paintings and sculpture from the Museum’s collection that document Utah’s unique history. In partnership with the University of Utah’s J. Willard Marriott Library and the Utah State Historical Society, the exhibition also includes historical interpretive materials such as photographs, books, and journals that provide additional perspectives and connections to artists’ perceptions.
Read MoreLast night, at a special gala honoring former Utah Governor Olene Walker and her commitment to children’s literacy, the University of Utah College of Education unveiled a new children’s book, The Adventures of Newton & U. The 28-page, soft-cover book introduces readers to higher education and the University of Utah.
Read MoreAccording to a new study conducted by researchers at the University of Utah, Boston University and Duke University, those who tested positive for the presence of a specific allele of the Apolipoprotein E (APOE) gene, one of the risk factors for Alzheimer’s disease, were 5.76 times more likely to subsequently alter their long-term care insurance than those who did not receive the genotype disclosure.
Read MoreFormer University of Utah administrator Lowell Bennion is remembered for his service to the community-visiting widows, supporting social justice issues, working with students on Saturday morning service projects, gathering and delivering food for the hungry and founding the Bennion Teton Valley Boys Ranch.
Read MoreThe University of Utah remembers the millions of victims of the Holocaust during its 20th annual Days of Remembrance activities, April 12-16. Events include speakers, readings, a workshop, and film screenings, and, except for the workshop, are free and open to the public. A calendar of events is listed below.
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