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How Alligators Rock and Roll

Without a ripple in the water, alligators dive, surface or roll sideways, even though they lack flippers or fins. University of Utah biologists discovered gators maneuver silently by using their diaphragm, pelvic, abdominal and rib muscles to shift their lungs like internal floatation devices: toward the tail when they dive, toward the head when they surface and sideways when they roll.

Evolution Tied to Earth Movement

Scientists long have focused on how climate and vegetation allowed human ancestors to evolve in Africa. Now, University of Utah geologists are calling renewed attention to the idea that ground movements formed mountains and valleys, creating environments that favored the emergence of humanity.

VETERANS DAY COMMEMORATION RECOGNIZES THOSE WHO SERVED ABROAD AND AT HOME

Eleven veterans will be honored on Friday, Nov. 9, 2007 in the Olpin Union Ballroom at the University of Utah. Special events and celebrations will be held around campus to commemorate their hard work and diligence in protecting our country. Beginning at 11:00 a.m., eleven Utah Veterans will receive honorary medallions in a full-dress military ceremony, followed by a 21-cannon salute. The honorees were selected from nominations submitted by Utah citizens and served in the Army, Navy, and Air Force.

NEW ACADEMIC CALENDAR AT THE U

Fall semester at the University of Utah witnesses its earliest start to date, beginning this Monday, August 20. The modified start to the semester is not the only change to distinguish this academic year from those preceding.

U OF U COMMENCEMENT REMARKS FROM PRESIDENT THOMAS S MONSON

President Young, distinguished members of the faculty, esteemed guests and graduating class of 2007, I express to you my sincere appreciation for the privilege which is mine to be a part of these services. I am honored to be here today.

Jim Boylen Named Head Men’s Basketball Coach at Utah

The University of Utah has named Jim Boylen as the school’s 14th head men’s basketball coach, director of athletics Dr. Chris Hill announced today. Boylen, the top assistant at Michigan State University the past two years after spending 13 seasons coaching in the NBA, has agreed to a five-year contact worth $575,000 per year for base salary, radio and TV compensation and camps.

Joseph Horowitz to Give Gardner Lecture at Libby Gardner Concert Hall

American Music Expert Joseph Horowitz will deliver the annual Gardner Lecture on Wednesday, February 7, 2007. Mr. Horowitz is a renowned artistic consultant, teacher, and author. The lecture and associated discussion with students and faculty docents is free of charge. The public is invited to attend.

Utes Rally to Cream the Cougars in Annual Food Drive Contest

The battle against hunger is once again being waged during rivalry week this year and organizers on both sides of the annual Utah/BYU Food Drive are hoping for a win. Ute fans are being encouraged do the RED thing and fill up the Utah Food Bank, while creaming the Cougars.

Developing Tiny Technology

Business people, government representatives, researchers and educators interested in developing and commercializing nanotechnology will meet Thursday, Oct. 5 at the University of Utah.