News Highlights


The U Acquires Final Fort Douglas Acreage

A historic land transfer marks new era for the U and U.S. Army Reserve

U Launches Innovative Housing

Public-private partnership to add 1,400-bed facility as part of campus transformation

Mapping the Creative Spark

A U-led research team reveals how the brain sparks creativity.

Navigating College Completion

Streamlined advising and services aim to boost student retention and success.

New Math Model Reveals Cancer’s Hidden Social Life

U research reveals that cancer cells aren’t lone rebels, but part of an intricate cellular ecosystem.

Decoding Mysterious Seismic Signals

U scientists track mysterious ‘speed bumps’ deep inside the Earth.

Visits with Volley

The U’s certified facility dog provides a calming presence during student therapy sessions.

The Air We Breathe

U study finds Great Salt Lake sediments could pose a greater health risk than other dust sources.

Sports Briefs – Winter 2025

Utah Baseball's future home, football's new offensive coordinator, and more.

Utah’s Ice Age

Hockey is booming in Utah—and the U’s program is riding the wave.

Saying Goodbye to Building 521

Bid farewell to Building 521, the heart of countless medical miracles at the School of Medicine.

Utah’s Affordable Housing Crisis Threatens the Public’s Health, Study Finds

Utah’s housing crisis is worsening health outcomes, with rising costs forcing residents to forgo necessities like medical care.

Winter 2025 News Roundup

A guaranteed admissions pilot program, new offices for Architecture and Planning, and Wilkes Center awards climate prize.