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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

The Daily Utah Chronicle

A ballot drop box for the 2018 midterm elections at the Salt Lake County Building in Salt Lake City on Oct. 23, 2018.

What Students Need to Know Before Election Day

By Caelan Roberts, News Editor October 18, 2022

  Midterm elections are quickly approaching, and the University of Utah offers several resources and opportunities to get students prepared to vote. Students can expect to see the Senate race...

The Hinckley Institute in Gardner Commons at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City on September 24, 2021 (Photo by Langley Hayman | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Hinckley Institute National and Local Internship Deadlines Approaching

By Stephanie Hong, News Writer September 27, 2021

  The deadline for the Spring 2022 local internship program of the Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah is Sept. 30 (now extended to Oct. 10), while the deadline for national internships...

(Graphic by Piper Armstrong | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Cushman: The U Needs to Support Its Sophomores

By KC Ellen Cushman, Opinion Writer September 7, 2021

  When I moved into my dorm, I kicked my parents out because I was so excited to start my college experience. Just two days later, my roommates and I were crying because we missed home. Starting...

Julianne Liu gives her 2021 HIP Talks speech titled, Again and again and again. (Courtesy Julianne Liu)

2021 HIP Talks Grand Prize Winner Highlights Asian American Hate

By Porshai Nielsen, Investigative Editor June 1, 2021

  "Our crescent-shaped eyes are swelling shut from the violent and verbal attacks of bloodied and bloodless battles, streaming tears as we hear the latest story and attack ... We are the prodigal...

Kincart: Students, Heres How to Vote This Fall

Kincart: Students, Here’s How to Vote This Fall

By Sydney Kincart, Print Chief, Opinion Writer October 16, 2020

  The 2020 election is getting closer every day, so now is the time to get registered to vote. With impending judicial nominations and the climate crisis growing more severe by the minute, not...

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Cushman: Utah Stands Out with Opportunities for Student Political Involvement

By KC Ellen Cushman, Opinion Writer August 13, 2020

  College is vital in turning young people into active constituents. While voter turnout increased by 11% among all Americans in 2018, voter turnout among college students had a 21% increase....

People casting their votes during the Midterm Elections 2018 at the Salt Lake County Building in Salt Lake City, UT on Tuesday, Oct. 23, 2018. (Photo by Curtis Lin | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Voting Advocacy Efforts Earn Gold Seal From All In Campus Democracy Challenge

By Natalie Colby, Editor-in-Chief November 27, 2019

On Nov. 12, the All In Campus Democracy Challenge announced the University of Utah earned the Gold Seal from the All in Challenge for having a campus voting rate between 40-49% in the 2018 midterm election....

See the World and Gain Experience Through the Hinckley Institute

See the World and Gain Experience Through the Hinckley Institute

By Stephany Cortez September 4, 2019

  The Hinckley Institute at the University of Utah was established in 1965, founded by Robert H. Hinckley. His dream was to amplify opportunities in the form of internships, annual forums, lecture...

Chavez: Romneys Teeter-totter on Trump Should Bounce Back Toward Impeachment

Chavez: Romney’s Teeter-totter on Trump Should Bounce Back Toward Impeachment

By Paij Chavez, Opinion Writer July 17, 2019

It’s very disappointing to watch a leader who once stood with so much conviction ⁠— specifically speaking out against someone they see as unsafe for our country ⁠— later walk back on those values...

HIP Talks winners pose in the Hinckley Forum room from left to right: runners-up Avery Druton, Miranda Stewart, Zac Ray, audience favorite Isha Shadale, runner-up Bryce Wilson, and grand-prize winner Rachel Carlson. (Courtesy of the Hinckley Institute)

Students Speak About Their Passions in this Year’s HIP Talks

By Mandi Johansen April 10, 2019

  This year’s HIP Talks final round at the University of Utah's Hinckley Institute of Politics brought a large turnout of people in support of the speakers. The event was sponsored by the Hinckley...