U chemists are using the most out-of-this-world laboratory in the universe: the International Space Station.

Students who are in fraternities or sororities involved with the Alpha Epsilon Delta society and interested in medical school can gain insight into career goals before applying to medical school, so they don't end up wasting their time if it's not something they are truly interested in.

The Union Plaza was transformed into a scene from the 1993 movie "Dazed and Confused" when Hempfest came to town.

The council discussed at its last meeting a proposed ordinance, which amends an existing statute, that would impose fines on the hosts of parties to which the police have to respond. The fines are up to $300 per visit and criminal prosecution could follow if the behavior continues.

Students were concerned about the sudden storm weather, which included lightning, that began around 10 a.m., according to the National Weather Services for Salt Lake City. But U students did not receive notifications through e-mail, telephone or text message from the U Emergency Program until about 2:30 p.m. The emergency e-mails and texts informed students to expect the storm to reach campus, but gallons of rain and cracks of lightning were already at the U.

The latest construction project on campus didn't start without roadblocks, and now that it's begun, it's become a big one for students.

With tuition increasing and job outlook decreasing, U students enduring the hard times are scrambling to find answers. Although U prices are much lower than other comparable universities nationwide, most U students are still forced to seek financial aid and brave debt in order to pay tuition and school fees.

The Residence Halls Association reorganized its structure to program its events with less bureaucracy, allowing students to become more involved and promote community unity sooner.

Even with financial aid available, out-of-state students are hurting more than their resident counterparts8212;some beyond a point they can endure.

The Hispanic Business Student Association swept the public off its feet with the debut of Bailamos, a Latin dance fundraiser, Saturday from 9 p.m. to 1 a.m. in the Union Ballroom.