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Trump Administration Invokes States Rights On a Whim

Trump Administration Invokes States’ Rights On a Whim

By Sean Williams March 31, 2017

When the Trump administration opted to rescind the Obama administration’s previous guideline on transgender bathroom policy, state power was a big justification. A letter released by the departments...

the Stacks at the Marriott Library March 08, 2017. Adam Fondren for the Daily Utah Chronicle.

Printed Books are Irreplaceable

By Sean Williams March 24, 2017

The very name of electronic books, ebooks, reminds us of what they are imitating. These electronic versions are often laid out like pages in a print book, and many programs even simulate the appearance...

What We Need In A Polarized Time: Local Participation

What We Need In A Polarized Time: Local Participation

March 9, 2017

It is no secret that America today is politically polarized after a divisive presidential election and many instances of party-line voting in congress. In such an environment, it may seem natural for some...

A Healthy Diet is about the Fundamentals

A Healthy Diet is about the Fundamentals

March 8, 2017

We’ve all seen the health studies about our favorite food or beverage being linked to an increased risk of cancer. Perhaps we’ve even seen a later study that seemed to contradict it, proving it to...

The Case to Make Sherlock Holmes Required Reading

The Case to Make Sherlock Holmes Required Reading

March 6, 2017

A few weeks ago, I was treated by an orthopedic surgeon for a recurring shoulder injury. It didn’t take long for introductory small talk to reveal that I was a medical student and my doctor was a member...

The Benefits of Being Interdisciplinary

The Benefits of Being Interdisciplinary

February 28, 2017

One of the more frustrating aspects of a college education is how separated the subjects are. Divided into their own departments, teachers and class catalogs, each major is treated as a unique thing....

Get Informed Before You Share Your Opinion

Get Informed Before You Share Your Opinion

By Bailey Shelden, Opinion Writer February 28, 2017

In this current political climate, opinions are flying. Everyone seems to have opinions.  I have mine, and chances are my opinions are different than yours. And that is fine. I am not talking about being...

With Distractions, Responsible Internet Use is Key

With Distractions, Responsible Internet Use is Key

February 27, 2017

In the way we talk about the Internet  it is apparent we recognize how it can draw us in. We say we “surf” the web, talking as if we were caught up in a wave that we can't get out of. Given the studies...

H2H: Is One Month Enough?

H2H: Is One Month Enough?

By Sean Williams February 24, 2017

Black History Month Enriches America Sean Williams Any discussion of Black History Month is supplemented by the discussion of why we have holidays in the first place. In setting aside time to honor...

University Students Can Make Career Moves Now

University Students Can Make Career Moves Now

February 23, 2017

A few thousand undergrad students will be graduating from the University of Utah this spring. They will be leaving with a degree and entering the next stage of life. Some may continue on to grad school...