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Research could prevent implant-caused infection

By By Rosemary Campbell, Staff Writer April 14, 2009

Research professors have developed a way to avoid bacterial growth on medical device implants, such as those used on injured soldiers who have lost limbs.

Study shows cattle affect elephant diets

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor April 14, 2009

Although officials have decreased the poaching of elephant tusks in Northern Africa, a U research study showed that elephants might be in danger of human encroachment on their habitat.

U to devote area to track, field facility

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor April 14, 2009

Come November, students who run track and cross-country won't have to use the Olympic Oval in Kearns or East High School's track anymore.

Burned car victim was U student

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer April 13, 2009

DNA testing confirmed that the body Washington County Sheriff's deputies found in a torched car near Zion National Park on April 2 is Zach Ruble, a freshman in bioengineering at the U, the third in a series of deaths that might be connected.

Memorial event focuses on Kristallnacht

By By Jenna Miller, Staff Writer April 13, 2009

The U will observe its 25th annual Days of Remembrance this week in honor of the people who died during the Holocaust.

International students raise concerns about scholarships

By By Trent Lowe, Staff Writer April 13, 2009

Members of the International Student Council, a group comprised of students from the International Center, are raising complaints about the lack of scholarships and lack of help during tax season for its demographic.

Ruble’s passion lives on

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer April 13, 2009

Zach Ruble is gone, but his passion for nature lives on in his friends and family. Ruble studied bioengineering and environmental studies as a freshman at the U. He is survived by his parents, Jay and Paula, and his younger brother Nathan.

Diabetes Center hosting 5k fundraiser

By By Krista Starker, Staff Writer April 10, 2009

The University Health Care Utah Diabetes Center is holding its annual 5K Fun Run and Walk on Saturday, April 11 at 8 a.m., starting at the center, located at 615 Arapeen Dr. in Research Park.

ASUU holds Easter egg hunt and Spring Carnival

By By Jenna Miller, Staff Writer April 10, 2009

The ASUU non-traditional board will be hosting its annual Easter egg hunt this Saturday for students with families, but this year there will be a twist.

Focus group to analyze plans for stadium development

By By Isabella Bravo, Staff Writer April 10, 2009

Inland and the U's Facilities Management at the Office of Sustainability are sponsoring a new student focus group to get input on the Universe Project.