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U of U 2006 Rosenblatt Prize Awarded to Geology & Geophysics Professor and Dean of the Graduate School

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David S. Chapman, professor of geology & geophysics and dean of The Graduate School at the University of Utah, was honored at today’s University commencement ceremonies with the Rosenblatt Prize for Excellence, the U”s most prestigious award. The $40,000 gift is presented annually to a faculty member who displays excellence in teaching, research and administrative efforts

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March 25, 2011

U of U Commencement on May 5 to Graduate More than 7,300

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Commencement 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.

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March 25, 2011

U Teams with German Institute

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The University of Utah College of Engineering has entered into cooperative research agreements so that a branch of Europe’s leading contract research organization – MP3 pioneer Fraunhofer-Gesellschaft – can establish a laboratory at the Salt Lake City campus.

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March 25, 2011

Robots to Portray ‘Harry Potter’

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Robots will fill the role of fictional wizard Harry Potter and navigate a maze. Other devices named “Little Egg Riding Hoods” will try to carry raw eggs intact over a river and through the woods to grandma’s house. College seniors will demonstrate their inventions. And stuffed cougars – the mascot of University of Utah rival Brigham Young University – again will be hurled through the air.

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March 25, 2011

Community Invited to Experience Diverse Offerings at First “Discover U Days” Celebration

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From cutting-edge research to rowdy football, from stimulating lectures to theatre and dance, from Red Butte Garden to the Medical Center, the University of Utah offers myriad opportunities for learning and enjoyment. The community can get a sampling of these and other resources at the first annual “Discover U Days” celebration, to be held Friday and Saturday, Apr. 21 and 22. The two-day event will include the “Red & White” spring exhibition football game, beginning at 1 p.m., on Saturday, at Rice-Eccles Stadium, giving the public a much-anticipated preview of fall Utah football. All events are free and open to the public, with the exception of evening concerts, for which discounted tickets are available.

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March 25, 2011

The Kresge Foundation Awards $800,000 Challenge Grant to Help Boost the College of Engineering Building Campaign

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The Kresge Foundation of Troy, Michigan has awarded the College of Engineering a challenge grant of $800,000 to be allocated in March 2007 if the college succeeds in raising the remaining $2.8 million of its $45 million comprehensive campaign goal. The college-focused campaign announced in 2002, includes $30 million for construction of the new engineering building as well as $15 million for scholarships, research, programs, and endowment. Sky-rocketing increases in construction costs created the $2.8 million gap, primarily for equipment, furnishings, and other IT infrastructure. In response to the challenge, the college will appeal to its alumni, corporate partners, and friends.

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March 25, 2011