The University of Utah has been given a 2010 Community Engagement classification by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. This is the same organization that classifies the level of institutional research activity, commonly referred to as a “research one” designation.
Read MoreAmerican conservation took a major step forward 50 years ago-the establishment of the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR) in Alaska. The Refuge has preserved a unique piece of American wilderness and wildlife for future generations. The 50th anniversary of the establishment of ANWR will be officially recognized on Monday, Dec. 6, 2010.Fortunately the natural sounds of this remote landscape have been preserved for future generations and can now be accessed by anyone with a computer and access to the Internet. Anyone interested in the sounds of ANWR can find them at the digital Western Soundscape Archive, which resides at the J. Willard Marriott Library at the University of Utah and can be accessed at www.westernsoundscape.org
Read MoreThe federal government has given a big boost to the University of Utah’s College of Architecture + Planning as it prepares to renovate its 1970 building into a net zero energy facility-a building that generates as much energy as it consumes through renewable power generating systems located onsite.
Read MoreNov.10, 2010-A recent survey by the American Psychological Association found that Americans list lack of money, the pressures of gift giving, lack of time and credit card debt as top causes of holiday stress. One in five Americans are worried that holiday stress could affect their physical health and 36 percent say they either eat or drink alcohol to cope with holiday stress.
Read MoreNovember 9, 2010 — One hundred years ago, people mainly went to their primary care doctor for acute care — setting broken bones, for example — and paid a fee for that service. But today’s primary care physicians spend most of their time treating patients with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes and hypertension, and a […]
Read MoreThe University of Utah College of Social Work announced today that it has received a $17,500 Daniels Fund grant to support its Neighbors Helping Neighbors program.
Read MoreFifty years ago the Middle East Center at the University of Utah was founded to to enhance awareness of the Middle East, its diverse peoples and cultures. The center promotes both specialized knowledge and public understanding of this crucial area of the world, which includes the Arab states, Turkey, Iran and Israel.
Read MoreProfessionals from throughout the country will gather on the University of Utah campus Wednesday to begin a three-day conference aimed at increasing familiarity with and improving care for military personnel, their families and their communities.
Read MoreIn the midst of continuing challenges to the lives and rights of gay, lesbian, bisexual and transgender people, the University of Utah Lesbian, Gay, Bi-sexual, Transgendered Resource (LGBT) Center will celebrate Pride Week with the theme “Shades of Queer: Connecting through Difference.” The celebration, which runs from Oct. 18 to 22, provides an opportunity to share the rich diversity of the LGBTQ campus community.
Read MoreSki Affair will celebrate its 20th anniversary honoring national collegiate, World Cup, Olympic and Paralympic skiers who will receive the coveted History-Maker Awards, recognizing athletes who have contributed to the advancement of winter sports in the Intermountain Region.
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