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Queerness at the U: Experiences from the LGBTQ+ Community

67 students, faculty and staff at the U identifying as members of the LGBTQ+ community filled out a survey on their thoughts about the U’s policies and resources, as well as the level of safety they feel on campus.

By Caroline Krum, Investigative Writer | January 1, 2024

In the 2018-2019 academic year, the University of Utah was ranked one of the top LGBTQ-friendly colleges in the US. The survey — conducted by Affordable Colleges Online — ranked the U second...

Exploring Business Ethics through Rubicon’s Alleged Human Trafficking

University of Utah professors weigh in on how businesses can practice ethically and responsibly.

By Jamie Faux, News Writer | December 31, 2023

After a six month investigation by Utah’s Attorney General Office, three executives of West Bountiful company Rubicon Contractors LLC were arrested on charges of human trafficking. According...

Marriott Library’s New Database Gives Fresh Insight into Slavery in Utah

The database includes "two strident anti-slavery speeches" from LDS Apostle Orson Pratt and a Brigham Young speech debating voting rights, among other important documents.

By Giovanni Radtke, Assistant News Editor | December 31, 2023

The J. Willard Marriott Library at the University of Utah released a digital database of primary sources dealing with legislative debates on slavery in Utah's territorial government in 1852 and...

A Look at Drag Culture and Representation at the U

Various departments at the U are increasing efforts to promote drag representation and education on campus — a culture some students feel has been underrepresented at the U in the past.

By Libbey Hanson, News Writer | December 30, 2023

"Queer people are alive and well," said Utah drag queen Hysteria. Hysteria hosted the University of Utah’s Fall Drag Show on Nov. 2. The show was the second drag show of 2023 run by the...

A Look at Cafe on First’s Community Board

Bulletins boards are an incredible way to stay connected to your neighborhood.

By Josi Hinds, News Editor | December 30, 2023

Cafe on First is a coffee roaster and cafe located in the Lower Avenues. Inside you’ll probably see groups of friends chatting or studying together, people from the neighborhood running in...

Champine: Celebrate Utah’s Thriving Queer Literature Scene

We must combat literary censorship and support queer bookstores, authors and literary events.

By Morgan Champine, Opinion Editor | December 30, 2023

After an onslaught of book bannings in Utah including vicious attacks on queer literature, it’s difficult to imagine Utah as a state where queer literature thrives. But Utah’s queer bookstores...

Salt Lake City Winter Farmers Market Opens for Season

The market takes place at the Gateway every Saturday and features local produce vendors as well as arts and crafts.

By Allison Stuart, News Writer | December 29, 2023

The downtown farmers market is a place in downtown Salt Lake City where people can gather to socialize and buy local goods. The market has been around for over 30 years and serves tens of thousands...

Can of Worms — Episode 7: Outdoor Recreation

In this episode of Can of Worms, we explore outdoor recreation in Salt Lake City! Oliver talks to a Professor here at the U, a member of the Utah Avalanche Center, and a volunteer worker at Search and Rescue to find out what it is that draws everyone to Utah and its outdoor recreation. Join us!

By Oliver Jones and Cambria Thorley | December 29, 2023

INTRO Oliver: All right listeners. Let's start with a little mindfulness exercise. Let's see if my podcast voice also works for a mindfulness voice. Take a deep breath in with me for five seconds:...

A Natural Pairing: Sexuality and the Arts

Art is a form of expression, and thus sexuality naturally has a presence in the arts, as people grapple with the expressions of their identities.

By Grier Abercrombie, Arts Writer | December 27, 2023

The University of Utah has a strong arts presence on campus with several performing arts centers and widely-known arts departments. One such department is the School of Dance, with its renowned...

Home Stretch — Episode 9: The Benefits of NIL at the U

In this episode, sports writer Luke Skinner talks about the upsides of NIL for student athletes at the U, and how NIL has changed collegiate sports.

By Stevie Shaughnessey, Home Stretch Producer, Host | December 27, 2023

Transcript: Stevie Shaughnessey: Hi, and welcome back to Home Stretch, The Daily Utah Chronicle’s sports podcast. My name is Stevie and I'll be your host. Today, we have sports writer Luke Skinner...