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How China’s New Market Economy is Affecting Women

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The accession of China to the World Trade Organization (WTO) and the growth of the Chinese economy have elevated the overall well-being of many Chinese women but have adversely affected others, according to the latest issue of the journal Feminist Economics. In a special double issue on gender, China and the WTO, the journal examines the consequences of China’s opening up to international trade and its transition from socialism to a market economy.

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March 25, 2011

$322 MILLION FOR FY2007 RESEARCH

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The University of Utah collected $322.6 million in research money, fellowships and financial aid during the 2007 fiscal year – a new record that follows a one-year decline in the university’s economy-boosting science funding.

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March 25, 2011

UNP, SLCAP, and ZIONS BANK TEAM UP TO ADMINISTER FUND TO AID HARTLAND RESIDENTS

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University Neighborhood Partners (UNP), Salt Lake Community Action Program (SLCAP), and Zion’s Bank have teamed up to administer an account that accepts private donations that will help the hundreds of residents living at the Hartland Apartment Complex. The funds will support families dealing with rent increases and relocation. Donations are now being accepted at Salt Lake Community Action Program, 764 South 200 West. Checks should be made out to SLCAP/Hartland Project. Inquiries can be made to SLCAP at 801-359-2444.

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March 25, 2011

Addicted in Aurora? Withdrawing in Wellington?

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Recognizing the need for licensed substance abuse counselors in all parts of the state, and sensitive to both the geographic and financial constraints of individuals living in rural areas, the University of Utah College of Social Work recently contracted with the University of Nevada, Reno, to offer new online courses and field placements that satisfy the educational and internship requirements for licensure as a substance abuse counselor in Utah.

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March 25, 2011

Two at U Named “Best of State”

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George White, Jr., director of the Public Health Program in the University of Utah’s School of Medicine and Bryan Eldredge, associate director of the David Eccles School of Business Master’s Program, have been named “Best College/University Teacher” and “Best Administrator” respectively in the 2007 Best of State competition.

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March 25, 2011

Clinton Assistant Ibarra to Donate Papers to U’s Marriott Library

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Mickey Ibarra, former Assistant to President Clinton and Director of Intergovernmental Affairs at The White House (1997-2001), will be signing a deed agreement transferring his personal White House and Salt Lake 2002 Olympic Winter Games papers to the University of Utah’s J. Willard Marriott Library. The signing and unveiling of special items will occur outside the office of University of Utah President Michael K. Young on Thursday, May 3, 2007 at 1:00 p.m. (Park Building, main floor). Ibarra and President Young will be available for interviews following the signing ceremony.

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March 25, 2011

U OF U COMMENCEMENT ON MAY 4 TO GRADUATE MORE THAN 7,100

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Commencement ceremonies at the University of Utah will be held on Friday, May 4, at 9 a.m. in the Jon M. Huntsman Center. The class of 2007, comprised of 7,166 graduates, will receive degrees that morning. The procession of diverse students, who come from 75 countries, 48 U.S. states and 27 of Utah’s 29 counties, will begin at 8:30 a.m. Guests should plan to be in their seats prior to 8:30 a.m. Tickets are not required.

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March 25, 2011

U OF U FINE ARTS STUDENTS & NEIGHBORHOOD HOUSE CHILDREN UNITE IN MUSIC, DANCE AND DRAMA

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The University of Utah Fine Arts Auditorium will fill with laughter, music, and movement as children who attend Neighborhood House perform the original production “Neighborhood Jungle Pie” on April 25th at 6:30 p.m. The performance is the culmination of a partnership between University students enrolled in the Fine Arts LEAP, “Learning, Engagement, Achievement, and Progress” program, and children from Neighborhood House, a Salt Lake City daycare facility for financially disadvantaged children. In addition, a documentary about the creation of “Neighborhood Jungle Pie” will be screened that evening.

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March 25, 2011