- The Daily Utah Chronicle

New Nursing Prof, Other Profs Honored

June 12, 2002

Nursing Prof Appointed Kathleen Mooney, professor in the U's College of Nursing, has been appointed to a three-year term on the Institute of Medicine's National Cancer Policy Board. The Institute of Medicine is part of the National Academy of Sciences, and the National Cancer Policy Board addresses issues that arise in prevention, control, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.

The Salt Lake Coffee Break: A Late-Night Coffee Shop Reaches Out To Students

By By Alex Lee • June 12, 2002

It's almost midnight on a Friday. Most of the customers at the Salt Lake Roasting Company have left, and the coffee shop's employees are going through the routine of closing the caf. Just a block up the street is the newer Salt Lake Coffee Break, and the party seems to be just getting started.

The Search for Elizabeth Smart

June 12, 2002

After 14-year-old Federal Heights resident Elizabeth Smart was found missing, the community showed an outpouring of support, time and effort?and the U community was no exception. As the lawn of Shriners Hospital filled with camera crews, food suppliers and first aid tents, volunteers from the U?including about 20 U football players and their coaches?came to provide their services.

Regents Allow Diversity to Be Factored In

June 12, 2002

During a meeting in May, the state Board of Regents agreed on a policy update aimed at increasing diversity at the state's colleges and universities. The policy, originally set in 1977, stated the Utah System of Higher Education prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, pregnancy or military service while promoting equal opportunity and diversity.

Law Professor To Teach Short Course in Cuba

June 12, 2002

For the first time ever, a member of the U law school faculty will travel to Cuba to teach and conduct research. Erik Luna, an associate professor specializing in criminal justice, will teach a three-week course at the University of Havana?the country's oldest and most prestigious institution.

What is Your Opinion of the Tree Removal for the New TRAX extension?

June 12, 2002

I think it's fine. The TRAX line was definitely needed. They're planting new trees to take the place of the old ones, and the new trees will eventually grow back. It's a loss in the short run, but a gain in the long run. Tiffin Brough, Senior, Conflict and Human Diversity If they want to put in a train line that keeps people from driving, that's great.

Budget Cuts Hit Library’s Print Version Periodical Collections

By By Chi-Chi Zhang • June 12, 2002

As part of its share of the U's budget cut, the U Marriott Library will have to trim $300,000 by July 1 in order to meet budget requirements. With the budget decrease, the Marriott Library will have to let go of eight unfilled full-time job positions, along with decreasing its collection of periodical subscriptions.

Drought Requires Renewed Conservation Efforts

By By Casey Jacketta • June 12, 2002

The issue of conservation arises every summer in the West and Midwest. Pundits and politicians constantly tell us there is not enough water to spread around. Drought ensues, fires sprout up, and we are all left high and dry? literally. Despite the fact that year after year we face an ever-worsening drought, we continue to abuse our scarce resources by watering our flowers and lawns non-stop.

The Chronicle’s View: Girl’s Kidnapping Hits Close to Home

June 12, 2002

As the search for Elizabeth Smart continues only a few minutes away from the U, students are rapidly?and commendably?getting involved. Often, U students forget they are a part of the larger Salt Lake community, and this is an important time to prove otherwise.

Numerous Utes Make the Grade

By By Steve Schaack • June 12, 2002

With the Spring Semester in the books, it is time to hand out academic honors for several athletic teams on campus. Here is a look at the academic accolades for various athletic programs. Gymnastics For the 2001-2002 school year, the U gymnasts finished with a 3.