A powerful earthquake that rocked Alaska in 2002 not only triggered small earthquakes almost 2,000 miles away at Wyoming’s Yellowstone National Park – as was reported at the time – but also changed the timing and behavior of some of Yellowstone’s geysers and hot springs, a new study says.
Read MoreMore than 400 experts on safety, health and research issues in the mining industry are expected to attend the Combined Mine Safety and Health Conference Monday May 24 through Friday May 28 at the Little America Hotel in Salt Lake City.
Read MoreNow, while waiting for public transportation, South Salt Lake City commuters can contemplate public art, thanks to the creative work and learning experiences of seven University of Utah painting and drawing students. Nearby 2100 S. and the 3300 S. Millcreek TRAX line are two large-scale murals, painted with the goal of “bonding the community.” One is a 25- by 60-foot trompe l’oeil (“fool-the-eye” or “illusion” painting), which juxtaposes two trains-a historic trolley and a TRAX train-coming toward the viewer at twilight. Historic buildings of the surrounding area-the Century Theater, Harmon’s Kentucky Fried Chicken and some that no longer exist-are painted in the background. The other mural, a hardedge painting, is a bird’s eye view of passengers waiting for a train, reading and conversing-all set against a bright yellow background.
Read MoreGerald B. Stringfellow, Distinguished Professor of Materials Science and Engineering and Electrical and Computer Engineering, was honored at today’s Commencement with the Rosenblatt Prize, the University of Utah’s highest award for excellence. The $40,000 gift is presented annually to a faculty member who displays excellence in teaching, research, and administrative efforts.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah 2004 Commencement Address.
Read MoreThe prevalence of tooth decay among toddlers of low-income families is nothing to smile about. The good news, according to a University of Utah School of Medicine study, is that when pediatricians educate and provide guidance to parents, children’s oral health significantly improves.
Read MoreStudents in the class of 2003-2004 who will graduate from the University of Utah on Friday face a better job market than their counterparts one year ago, due to an improving economy and the increasing hiring needs of employers.
Read MoreThe University of Utah today announced the hiring of Scott D. Folsom as the new Director of Public Safety/Chief of Police. Folsom begins his duties at the U June 1, 2004. He will be responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the safety activities and operations for the Department of Public Safety.
Read MoreHow do you communicate many of the complexities of International Business to MBA students? You can choose the traditional style, in-classroom with textbooks, or you can give them an unforgettable intensive international experience-one that brings to life the dimensions of international enterprise, and the nuances of operating in a foreign market. With these goals in mind, the Global Business Program (GBP) at the David Eccles School of Business (DESB) has organized the GBP International Business Trip to Bangkok, Thailand May 9-18.
Read MoreThe annual Edison Conference and Innovation Showcase will be held May 19 and 20 at the University of Utah to help entrepreneurs, researchers and inventors get their products into the marketplace.
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