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Supercomputer Aids In Atom Research at U

June 4, 2003

By connecting more than 64 computers together into a supercomputer, U associate professor of materials science and engineering Feng Liu proved a microscope could capture images of atoms and their "wings." His study was recently accepted for publication in Physical Review Letters journal and will help scientists better understand the bonds between atoms, which can aid in the development of stronger materials and machines.

U Researcher Analyzes Cycles of Borrowing and Spending in America

June 4, 2003

One might wonder why anyone would borrow money if he or she had sufficient savings. A new study at the U probes the reasons why people would engage in this seemingly contradictory behavior. The study was conducted by associate instructor Heather Spencer of family and consumer studies, as part of her master's thesis, and Jessie Fan, associate professor in the same department.

Pop Goes the Culture: News We Ingored…

June 4, 2003

Perhaps, like me, you learn about many current events through cultural osmosis. This irritating process allows one to know the words to a Britney Spears song without actually listening to it. Although effortless, this haphazard method of knowledge acquisition often excludes some interesting items.

U.N. Security Council Lifts Ban on ‘Blood Diamonds’ in Africa

June 4, 2003

UNITED NATIONS-The U.N. Security Council agreed Wednesday to end a ban on the export of so-called "blood diamonds" from Sierra Leone because of government efforts to control the diamond industry. Russia's U.N. Ambassador Sergey Lavrov, the current council president, said after a closed-door council meeting that members agreed not to extend the ban, which expired at midnight Wednesday.

It’s Time to Stop Flushing Money Down the Toilet

June 4, 2003

As we all know, we have been in a drought here in Utah for the past few years. To fight this lack of water, state and local government officials have pushed for water conservation. According to the Utah state government Web site for water conservation, Utah is the second- driest state in the nation, only receiving an average of 13 inches of precipitation a year-yet Utah is second in the nation in water consumption.

Student Speak-Out: How Do You Feel About the Pride Day Parade?

June 4, 2003

They can do whatever they want. Steve Brienholt Sophomore, Communications I think it's awesome. I wish it would have been advertised so more could have planned on attending. Jenna Miller Sophomore, Anthropology It's gay. Andrea Nunez Sophomore, Education I think it is fine to have a parade.

The Chronicle’s View: International Students Need to Be Recognized

By , , and • June 4, 2003

The U's international community is a huge part of the campus, but it is a group that has been ignored for many years. The International Center does a great job of welcoming students from around the world and providing activities to make them feel like a part of campus, but few other organizations reach out to this vital demographic.

USA Volleyball Sends Three Utes to N.Y.

June 4, 2003

Volleyball season may still be more than two months away, but a trio of Utah Utes will be getting started a little bit early this summer. After leading the team to its second consecutive Mountain West Tournament championship last season, senior Kim Turner and juniors Kelsie Kartchner and Lyndsey Henderson will be heading to Lake Placid, N.

A New Image for Utah Football

June 4, 2003

Empty seats littered Rice-Eccles stadium during most football games last season, which was no surprise considering the somewhat boring and unsuccessful brand of football the team brought to the public. But with the entry of new coach Urban Meyer and his new system, the buzz is back and the new football ad campaign, headed by the U marketing department, is built around the new coach.

Utes At A Glance

By , , and • June 4, 2003

A Utah Ute at the U.S. Open? U sophomore golfer Nick Micek had quite a day on May 12, shooting a 2-under-par 70 at the U.S. Open local qualifying tournament, becoming one of just four golfers to post a winning score. Micek will be taking his game to the sectional qualifying this week, where he has a chance to earn a spot in the U.