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‘Mountain Revelations’ and Beyond: Increasing BIPOC Representation in the Outdoor Industry

By Haley Utendorfer, News Writer December 3, 2021

  According to National Geographic, national parks in the United States remained officially segregated until 1945, when a bulletin decreed the end of segregation, though unofficial discriminatory...

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The U Goes Global in Celebration of International Education Week

By Abhilasha Khatri, Investigative Editor November 25, 2021

  As a home to almost 3,000 international students, a student body that represents 208 countries and global programs in 43 countries, the University of Utah is a place for students looking for...

Latinx Celebration Month: Embracing Diverse Identities the Whole Year

Latinx Celebration Month: Embracing Diverse Identities the Whole Year

By Abhilasha Khatri, Investigative Editor October 23, 2021

  The weeks from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, 2021 mark the annual celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month, or, as it is recognized at the University of Utah, Latinx Celebration Month. The celebration...

J. Willard Marriott Library in Salt Lake City, UT on Wednesday May 23, 2018. (Photo by Curtis Lin | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Reframing the Conversation Series Joins In-Person Return

By Devin Oldroyd, News Writer September 17, 2021

  On Sept. 8, 2020, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion’s Reframing the Conversation series made its in-person comeback with Inclusive Histories Matter. The event was held in person in the Gould...

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Alexander: There’s a Right Way to Teach Critical Race Theory

By CJ Alexander, Special Projects Managing Editor September 1, 2021

  The controversy over whether or not to teach critical race theory in schools continues to circulate the news. The benefits of CRT far outweigh the costs. These concepts would teach invaluable...

Usnavi (Anthony Ramos) looks through his bodegas window to watch Washington Heights residents dancing in the street.(Courtesy HBO Max)

‘In the Heights’ Shines Cinematically, Speaks to Representation in Hollywood

By Makena Reynolds, Arts Writer June 14, 2021

  A cinematic celebration of Washington Heights and Latin and Hispanic culture, the new movie “In the Heights” is an experience you do not want to miss. This film was directed by Jon M. Chu,...

Vlad Khaykin, National Director of Programs on Antisemitism for the Anti-Defamation League, delivers the keynote address on April 9, 2021 for the virtual U Remembers 2021 event hosted by the Us office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion. (Photo by Jack Gambassi | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Vlad Khaykin ‘Breaks the Silence’ During 2021 U Remembers Keynote Address

By Kayleigh Silverstein, Special Projects Managing Editor, News Writer April 15, 2021

  From April 5  to 9, the University of Utah hosted its annual U Remembers event, centered around this year’s theme: “Breaking the Silence.” U Remembers is put on by volunteers from the...

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Saifee: Dr. Angela Davis is the Transformative Voice We Need at the U

By Zahra Saifee, Opinion Editor February 23, 2021

  Every year in February, ASUU’s Diversity Board hosts the Conference on Diverse Excellence. CODE's mission is to educate and provide spaces for conversations centered around uplifting marginalized...

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Dr. Angela Davis to be Keynote Speaker at 2021 Virtual CODE Event

By Kayleigh Silverstein and Carlene Coombs February 22, 2021

    On Feb. 25, Dr. Angela Davis, civil rights activist, educator and author will be speaking to the University of Utah campus in a virtual Conference On Diverse Excellence called “Transformative...

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32nd Annual GLAAD Media Awards Nominees Announced

By Heather Graham and Parker Dunn February 11, 2021

  Impactful projects centering on LGBTQ people of color, women, and transgender issues lead the 2021 GLAAD (Gay and Lesbian Alliance Against Defamation) Media Award nominations, recognizing diversity,...