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Surplus Center sells used supplies

By and • March 11, 2008

Tucked away in a historic building on upper campus is the U's Surplus and Salvage Center, where students and U personnel can find old campus equipment and supplies for bargain prices. When departments on campus are replacing old equipment or can't use something any longer, they call up the surplus center to collect and sell it.

Chronicle’s view: Give kudos to Huntsman

By and • March 11, 2008

John M. Huntsman Sr. announced March 5 that he plans to double the size of the Huntsman Cancer Institute. There could not be a more warranted and welcome expansion on this campus. Twice the amount of patients will be able to have their medical needs addressed thanks to the new expansion, which is slated for completion in 2010.

Servatius: The scandals of John McCain

By By David Servatius and By David Servatius • March 11, 2008

I know he mumbles out of the side of his mouth a lot lately, but did any of you understand that? Senator Straight Talk did not have sexual relations with that woman, the lobbyist! No thong snapping, no cigars and no blue dresses. And that will be all he has to say about the matter, thank you very much.

Niedrich: Say “no” to risky “glow”

By By Anastasia Niedrich and By Anastasia Niedrich • March 11, 2008

Whether or not Utahns may suffer from cancer, birth defects, other illnesses or may glow in the dark someday currently lies in the hands of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). The NRC is currently considering a proposal that would allow EnergySolutions to import 20,000 tons of nuclear waste from Italy to the U.

Huntsman Institute to undergo expansion

By By Carlos Mayorga and By Carlos Mayorga • March 11, 2008

Construction on a six-story, 120,000-square-foot addition to the Huntsman Cancer Institute could begin by the end of this year. The additional space will double the hospital's patient capacity and provide more room for research. Founder Jon Huntsman made the surprise announcement last week after touring the hospital and meeting patients with cyclist and cancer survivor Lance Armstrong.

Law school may raise minimum GPA

By By Rochelle McConkie and By Rochelle McConkie • March 11, 2008

A proposal to raise the minimum GPA for the S. J. Quinney College of Law from 1.85 to 2.5 is causing a ruckus among U law students, who have been sparring in an online debate over the possible change since its announcement last week. Robert Adler, associate dean for academic affairs at the law school, said the change is necessary to ensure students who graduate are able to pass the bar exam and be qualified attorneys.

Gymnastics: Robarts has flair for improvisation

By By Jon Gilbert and By Jon Gilbert • March 11, 2008

It was a Saturday in November, and Kyndal Robarts despised what she saw out her window. The green grass and cool air she had seen and felt the day before had turned white and frigid overnight. "I was freaking out," Robarts said of the first real snow of the winter.

Workshop creates citizen activists

By By Clayton Norlen and By Clayton Norlen • March 11, 2008

When students observe disparities or injustices in the world, they can do something to change it, said Melissa Larsen. All they have to do is ask how. A group of 10 students and community members attended a workshop Monday to learn how citizens can become activists and work toward changes they would like to see in their cities and the world.

Parties compare and contrast in final debate

By By Michael McFall and By Michael McFall • March 11, 2008

The parties competing in student government elections this year pointed out differences between each party's plans for uniting student groups and informing the student body about opportunities on campus during a debate at the Hinckley Institute of Politics on Monday.

Football: Tate, Burnett impress at Pro Day

By By Cody Brunner • March 11, 2008

The work is far from over, but a select few former Utah football players can finally rest more easily now. The athletes, who started preparation for the U's Pro Day immediately following their Poinsettia Bowl win over Navy, showcased two months of strenuous weight room work by performing a number of drills for 18 NFL scouts.