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The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

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Researchers track mice movements

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor January 13, 2009

By tracking the movements of mice in a natural habitat in southern Utah, U researchers found that bigger, older mice were more likely to come into contact with other mice to potentially spread disease.

Jowers picked to lead state ethics commission

By By Jed Layton, Asst. News Editor January 12, 2009

Gov. Jon Huntsman Jr. appointed Jowers, a Republican, to head an ethics commission to address issues.

Funds sought to expand U’s nursing college

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor January 12, 2009

The U College of Nursing is looking to the Utah Legislature for funding to hire additional faculty to train much-needed nurses. However, with the expected budget cuts, its hopes are slim.

Judge dismisses suit over stolen U records

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

A judge has dismissed a woman's case against Perpetual Storage Inc., the company responsible for transporting the U Hospital's billing records that were stolen last summer.

Greeks considering new locks after recent frat burglaries

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

Recent break-ins on Greek Row are prompting a serious look at a larger problem.

U beats Y in food drive

By By Michael Olson, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

Besides the success of an undefeated season and Sugar Bowl win, the U has also beaten BYU in the annual food drive.

UMFA celebrates Kwanzaa with exhibit

By By Katie Valentine, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

U students and community members took a break from the holidays to not only view, but also touch an African art exhibit8212;a rare opportunity.

Student blogs Sugar Bowl experience

By By Maureen Klewicki, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

For Utah fans who couldn't make it to the Superdome, U student Jonathan Bowen and miniature mascot Lil' Swoop used blogging to keep everyone tuned into the minute-by-minute glory.

Campus energy bill might increase

By By Isabella Bravo, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

Rocky Mountain Power has approved an 8.6 percent average increase in Utah's residential and industrial electricity rates. The increase still awaits further examination, which will take place between now and May 2009, when it will take effect.

Helmets pay tribute to Wirthlin

By By Jamie Bowen, Staff Writer January 12, 2009

Although it was a special win for the team, the letters "JBW" worn on the back of each player's helmet made the win even more special for a family of Utah supporters.