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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

Sustainable Artist: Giving Trash a New Life

Sustainable Artist: Giving Trash a New Life

By Lauren Gutierrez April 17, 2017

The topic of sustainability usually conjures up issues of air quality, food and water but it even crosses over into things like business, education and art. The artistry of sustainability has three pillars...

Kieth Blanc teaching a yoga class for veterans at the Student Life Center on Thursday, March 23, 2017. (Chris Ayers | Daily Utah Chronicle.)

Man on a Mission: Keith Blanc Aims to Help Veterans Heal Through Yoga

By Lauren Gutierrez April 6, 2017

It may not be readily apparent but in the sea of students at the University of Utah there are roughly a thousand veterans among us, if not more, who have contributed to the country through military service...

Engaging in the Art: Sonder Immersive Theatre (review)

Engaging in the Art: ‘Sonder Immersive Theatre’ (review)

By Lauren Gutierrez March 20, 2017

The "Sonder" immersive theatre experience blurs the lines between audience and actor in a dance party-themed alternate reality. Only about 50 guests are allowed into the venue each night. Each guest...

Keynote speaker, Maria Bello. Photo courtesy of Jared M. Ruga.

Lightspark Media Summit Focused on Improving Entertainment Media

By Lauren Gutierrez March 8, 2017

Making its debut, the Lightspark Media Summit was hosted at the University of Utah's S.J. Quinney College of Law last Friday, March 3. The all-day event consisted of guest speakers and panels of professionals...

Artist of the Week: Nick Vincent Gets Creative for Conservation

Artist of the Week: Nick Vincent Gets Creative for Conservation

February 27, 2017

With its vast selection of land attractions, Utah has something for every outdoor enthusiast. University of Utah’s student Nick Vincent, has taken to the red rock regions of the state to find inspiration,...

Utah Symphony Provides a Jerry Herman Experience (review)

Utah Symphony Provides a Jerry Herman Experience (review)

February 15, 2017

In honor of acclaimed composer Jerry Herman, the Utah Symphony Orchestra performed “Jerry Herman: The Broadway Legacy Concert” at Abravanel Hall on Feb. 11. The American Society of Composers, Authors...

Young the Giant Brings Up Immigration in Exciting Show (review)

Young the Giant Brings Up Immigration in Exciting Show (review)

February 8, 2017

A line of excited fans wrapped around the block in anticipation of the sold out Saturday, Feb. 4 show at The Complex. Young the Giant headlined the concert, performing songs from their new album “Home...

Young the Giant: Home of the Strange Tour

Young the Giant: ‘Home of the Strange’ Tour

February 3, 2017

The Los Angeles-based alternative rock band Young the Giant is now on tour, after just releasing their third studio album, "Home of the Strange."  This album is an anthem for anyone who struggles to...

Vivian Lee, CEO of University of Utah Health Care, speaks inside the Sundance Filmmaker Lodge before the showing of Healing Health Care with Disruptive Health Technology in Park City, Utah on Friday, Jan. 28, 2017. (Rishi Deka, Daily Utah Chronicle)

Enjoying the Sundance Film Festival’s 2017 Edition

By Lauren Gutierrez February 1, 2017

Industry professionals including actors, directors and reporters from around the world descended upon Park City, Utah these past two weeks to take part in the famous Sundance Film Festival. National and...

Photo credit: Kevin Yatarola

Taylor Mac Makes Audience Engage

January 18, 2017

Martin Luther King Jr. Week began at Kingsbury Hall with Taylor Mac’s “A 24-Decade History of Popular Music: 1946-1976."  The show Saturday night was three hours of fun with several musicians, two...