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U of U to Cut 81 Academic Programs Under State Mandate

The decision aligns with HB 265, which requires reallocating millions in higher education funding toward degrees in high-demand fields.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | August 8, 2025

  On July 21, the Academic Senate Executive Committee at the University of Utah signed off on a list of 81 programs that would be cut as part of a three-year process to reallocate state funds as...

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Opinion: Utah’s Suing Snapchat, Other States Should Follow

We know social media has catastrophic effects on teen mental health and society at large. States should do something about it.
By Samantha Reagan, Opinion Writer | August 6, 2025

  Governor Spencer Cox and Attorney General Derek Brown are suing Snapchat on Utah’s behalf. They allege Snapchat was designed to be addictive to children and to facilitate exploitation.  This...

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‘Sing Loud, Sing Proud’ SLC

The Dropkick Murphys stopped in Salt Lake City Aug. 2 during their summer tour.
By Laney Hansen, Arts Editor | August 6, 2025

  Between fans screaming the words “Oi, oi, oi” with fists in the air and the faint scent of beer, the audience and three-band lineup brought moisture to the Union Event Center on a dusty evening...

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Back in Crimson Country: Former Utes Return as AUSL Hits SLC

The Athletes Unlimited Softball League made its debut at the Dumke Family Stadium this past week in Salt Lake City with a lot of familiar faces.
By Sean Stetson, Sports Writer | August 3, 2025

  As the professional softball world turns its attention to Salt Lake City this week, it’s more than just another stop on the Athletes Unlimited Softball League (AUSL) tour — it’s a homecoming. Several...

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Opinion: Integrate Mindfulness Into Your Day

College students are newly navigating life as adults and with this comes stress and the weight of life’s responsibility. Natural remedies and metaphysical routines can aid the transition.
By Shannon Akin, Opinion Writer | July 31, 2025

  College-aged students are embarking on a new chapter in their lives, which can be a daunting experience. Life starts moving at a rapid pace with a full agenda and seemingly endless tasks. For...

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Opinion: The U Must Cut Ties With Ariel University

The U must terminate its partnership with Ariel College because of the school’s Israeli affiliation.
By Evan Van Leuven, Opinion Writer | July 31, 2025

  The University of Utah has partnered with a Zionist college in the occupied West Bank, known as Ariel University. The U requests neutrality from its employees and offers neutrality as an institution...

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100 Deadliest Days Hit Utah Roads

The summer stretch from Memorial Day to Labor Day sees a deadly rise in crashes on U.S. roads.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | July 30, 2025

  The period between Memorial Day and Labor Day — known as the “100 Deadliest Days of Summer” — is marked by a sharp rise in fatal car accidents. On average, fatal crashes are 45% more...

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Why Morgan Scalley Will be Utah Football’s Next Great Coach

Scalley has been a substantial figure for Utah football since 2001. Here's why his experience has him primed to be an excellent replacement for Whittingham.
By John Leone, Sports Editor | July 30, 2025

  The University of Utah has been one of the top teams in college football since the early 2000s. With multiple unbeaten seasons, including a national championship in 2008, the Utes have a long-standing...

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Utah Bars Face Crackdown For Admitting Minors

Following a recent sting operation at a local bar, state liquor authorities have increased enforcement of regulations involving underage drinking.
By Teetad Govitviwat and Grace Maya | July 29, 2025

  Since 2019, Utah, long known for its restrictive liquor laws, has begun to ease up on policies like alcohol by volume maximums and pour practices. Still, the consequences of bar alcohol violations...

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Does Altitude Really Make a Difference for Athletes?

The U has an altitude of 4,738 feet. Here's the science behind why this creates a secret advantage for the university's student athletes and teams.
By John Leone, Sports Editor | July 29, 2025

  Visiting teams that travel to Utah for sporting events are constantly seen using extra oxygen during breaks in the action. Is this just hype, or does the University of Utah gain an edge on its...