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Attention, Southern California Alumni: Hollywood Is Calling
 Join the Los Angeles Chapter of the University of Utah Alumni Association on Thursday, May 15, at Paramount Studios for an evening of entertainment, enlightenment, and the chance to socialize with other U of U alumni and administrators. More...The
2008 Ute Summer Tour — May 21-23
 The Ute Summer Tour will once again visit Southern Utah and Las Vegas in May! University of Utah coaches Kyle Whittingham, Jim Boylen, Elaine Elliott, and Beth Launiere will hit the road to add even more excitement to already exciting events. More...
More Alumni Chapter Events
U of U alums in California are gearing up for a busy summer: the Bay Area Chapter cheers on the Oakland A’s vs. the Boston Red Sox on May 25 and the San Diego Alumni Chapter holds its annual Beach Party at Mission Bay Park on June 21. For more about upcoming chapter events, click here.Spring Awards Banquet Photo Gallery
This year’s Spring Awards Banquet, held on March 31, set new records for attendance. More than 220 guests filled the 4th floor of Rice-Eccles Stadium to honor this year’s recipients of the Par Excellence, Student Counseling, and Community Service awards, as well as a multitude of deserving scholarship recipients. More...
Merit of Honor Award Nominations — Due June 30
Each year the University of Utah Emeritus Alumni Board presents its Merit
of Honor Award to former students for their outstanding achievements.
Nominees must be have left the University 40 or more years ago. Nominations
are invited. Click here
for more information (pdf file). Distinguished Alumni Nominations Requested — August 1
 Each year, in commemoration of Founders Day, the Alumni Association presents four Distinguished Alumni Awards to former students in recognition of their professional achievements, public service, and support of the University and its mission. More...
 Two Environmental Initiatives Announced on Earth Day
 Utah’s
environment was the beneficiary of two major University events held
on Earth Day (April 22). University of Utah President Michael K. Young
cut the ribbon on the campus’s new cogeneration heat and electricity
system and then signed the American College & University Presidents
Climate Commitment.
More... Alone in the Ivory Tower
 A
new study from the University of Utah shows that women in academia have
fewer children compared to other professional women—primarily
because it takes longer to achieve the job security of tenure—and
concludes that gender equality in the “ivory tower” has
come at a cost. More...
Honorary Degrees Presented at 2008 Commencement - May 2
 On
May 2, honorary degrees will be presented to Claudia Skaggs Luttrell,
Kent H. Murdock, David G. Neeleman, Dinesh C. Patel, and Mario R. Capecchi.
The featured speaker will be Capecchi, winner of the 2007 Nobel Prize
for Physiology or Medicine. Commencement
biographies... U of U Service-Learning Scholars to be Honored for 10,320 Hours of Community Service
 Twenty-three University of Utah students who completed 400 hours of community service each will be honored at the U’s commencement ceremonies on May 2. Each student designed and completed a service project, also supported by another student, a faculty member, a Bennion Center staff member and a community organization. More...Job Market Welcomes Class of 2008
 Although the national economy has hit some speed bumps, this year’s graduates should still find that they are eagerly awaited in the labor market. This is the healthiest job market in three years, according to many of the employers who are recruiting members of the class of 2008. More...  Utah Gymnasts Place Second At NCAA Championships
 The U of U gymnastics team gave the hometown team a scare, but settled for second behind Georgia for the third straight year at the 2008 NCAA Championships on April 25. Utah, which started the meet under some of the most difficult situations imaginable, scored a 197.125—just over three-tenths of a point out of the gold. More... Baskett, Postell Earn Silver Medals At NCAA Championships
 One night after Utah placed second in the NCAA Super Six team finals, Kristina Baskett and Ashley Postell picked up silver medals of their own. Baskett tied for second on vault and Postell did the same on the beam during the NCAA individual event championships, last Saturday. More... Baseball Hammers UNLV, 9-4
 Offense was not in short supply as the University of Utah baseball team toppled UNLV, 9-4, in the final tilt of a three-game conference series here April 27. The Utes wrap up their first-ever home series at Lindquist Field having gone 2-1 this past weekend. More... And... University of Utah senior basketball standout Leilani Mitchell was drafted by the Phoenix Mercury in the second round of the WNBA draft. She was the No. 25 pick overall. |
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 Earthquake expert Walter J. Arabasz has received a lifetime achievement
award from the Western States Seismic Policy Council. More... Social Networking—Are you Missing the Boat?
Your résumé is top-notch, your interview skills are polished, and a $400 suit hangs in your closet awaiting your next interview. Yet, few recruiters are calling. What more should you do? Is there something else you haven’t thought of to enhance your visibility? The answer, without question, is “absolutely.” More...
 Spectacular Swiss Alps & Salzburg — October 4-12
 From Davos, a charming Swiss town nestled in a picture-perfect mountain landscape, to Salburg, Mozart’s home city in Austria, this spectacular trip through the Alps is ideal for nature and music lovers alike.
More... Welcome to the U on iTunes U  iTunes
U is a free service for higher education from Apple that provides a means
for managing, delivering, and accessing university-related content to
all interested people.
More... Youth Education — Summerscool! Publications by members of the University of Utah community
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Homecoming
Week 2008: “Better
Off Red!” – September 22-27
Yup, that time is approaching again. It’s not too early to begin thinking about Homecoming Week 2008, which will take place in late September. The week’s events will include the traditional activities, like Songfest, pre-game tailgate / barbecue, and football game, along with a few new and exciting surprises. More... |
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Pioneer
Theatre Company Presents The Producers —
Now until May 10
Red Butte
Garden’s Annual Benefit Plant Sale — May
2, 3
Art Graduates
Exhibit Work at Senior Show — May 2-31
Jane’s Walk 2008 — May 3
Book Arts Program: Beginning, Intermediate, and Advanced Letterpress — May 14-July 30
Women’s
Health Fair — May 15
Book Arts Program: Simple Book Repairs for At-home Curators — May 15, 22, 29, June 12, 19  Learn
basic, book-repair techniques including dry cleaning; paper mending; sewing;
repair of loose joints, torn spines and endcaps; and how to mend detached
boards. This five-session course is limited to six motivated participants.
Manual dexterity and patience are highly recommended. More...
Ongoing...
Red Butte
Garden Outdoor Concert Series and Ticket Sales —
May 19, June 2
 Once
again, the Garden has an excellent line-up for the 2008 Outdoor Concert
Series. This will also be the inaugural season in the brand new Red Butte
Garden Amphitheatre. Concert goers will experience a world class, intimate
concert venue with stunning views and the magic of the Garden. Tickets for
members go on sale May 19; June 2 for others. More...
Upcoming...
UMNH One World Family Festival — June 14
Monet
to Picasso from the Cleveland Museum of Art —
June 23-September 21
 In
summer 2008, the UMFA will present the highly acclaimed exhibition Monet
to Picasso from the Cleveland Museum of Art. The show features 100
years of European masterworks and the UMFA is privileged to be among only
four North American venues selected to host this marquee international touring
exhibition. The works on display in this show have never been to Utah before.
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