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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

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Republican National Convention focuses on Hurricane Gustav

Monday's session of the RNC was cut back by Sen. John McCain to provide humanitarian relief to victims of Hurricane Gustav along the Gulf Coast. As a result, many of the events and speakers were suspended or postponed.

U philantropist dies at 91

By By Alex Cragun, Staff Writer September 3, 2008

Philanthropist Wilford Woodruff Goodwill passed away Aug. 19 after spending a lifetime building his own businesses and supporting the U College of Social Work.

Students have mixed reactions to McCain?s VP choice

John McCain, the presumptive Republican nominee for the presidency, selected Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin on Aug. 29 to be his running mate. Palin was a surprise pick as she was not on the short list of vice presidential candidates for most news and political outlets.

U students, faculty reflect on Obama acceptance

Erika George used two words to describe her feelings as she saw Barack Obama step onto the stage Thursday night to accept the nomination at the Democratic National Convention: proud and triumphant.

U Book released to build student traditions

By By H. Rachelle Graham, Staff Writer September 2, 2008

There is now a resource available for students who aren't sure what is offered on campus8212;the U Book.

Obama surprises convention after Biden’s acceptance

By By Jed Layton, Staff Writer August 29, 2008

Obama stunned delegates and supporters at the Pepsi Center by arriving a day earlier than expected.

Department joins effort to map the skies

By By Lana Groves, Asst. News Editor August 29, 2008

The U physics department is contributing $900,000 to join about 20 research colleges and universities around the world in a project to map outer space in an attempt to find new planets and better understand the universe.

U emeritus professor dies

By By Ryan Shelton, Asst. News Editor August 29, 2008

Rogers, professor emeritus who taught philosophy at the U for 35 years, passed away Aug. 24 in St. George, Utah.

SUV stolen from U Guest House

By By Michael McFall, Staff Writer August 29, 2008

By Michael McFall, Staff WriterThe day before moving their son Eric into the Residence Halls for his first year of college, Joseph and Irene Murray parked their white and gold 2001 Ford Excursion outside...

Farmers market provides local foods on campus

By By Alex Cragun, Staff Writer August 29, 2008

Every Thursday from now until the beginning of October, U students and faculty will be able to buy organic fruits, vegetables, locally-roasted coffee and locally-made gelato between classes from a farmers market on the U campus.