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The University of Utah's Independent Student Voice

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The Daily Utah Chronicle

The A. Ray Olpin University Union will be closed until at least April 20.

A. Ray Olpin Union Closes Until End of April Due to COVID-19

By Kayleigh Silverstein, Special Projects Managing Editor, News Writer April 15, 2020

  On April 5, the A. Ray Olpin Student Union at the University of Utah closed after a member of their custodial staff tested positive for COVID-19. “The challenge is people would come in,...

Students at the U and across the nation are struggling. It is important to take care of ourselves, remain calm, have compassion for others and do our part in slowing the spread of the virus. | Chronicle archives.

Moran: Even Under Stress, Students Should Slow the Impact of COVID-19

By Serena Moran March 28, 2020

  The last few weeks have left the world on edge. The coronavirus that was first identified in Wuhan, China has now swept over the globe. People are panicked and scared. As if we needed anything...

(Illustration by Jonny Faith | Daily Utah Chronicle)

Are U SAFE?

By Joseph Moss, News Writer January 29, 2020

  Students for Action Focused Empowerment is a newly formed student-led group at the University of Utah. Their goal is to “improve the overall perception of safety, the culture related to safety,...

Inside of the LNCO, where most humanities courses at the University of Utah are located. Chronicle archives.

LNCO Student Lounge Not For All?

By Joseph Moss, News Writer November 19, 2019

  On the third floor of the Languages and Communication building, directly across from the English department, is a place labeled “Student Lounge.” It is a space meant for all students —...

The crowd cheers during the Solidarity Rally against racism at Washington Square Park in Salt Lake City, Utah on Monday, Aug. 14, 2017 | Chronicle archives.

Racist Posters Flood U’s Campus Again

By Joseph A. Moss November 8, 2019

Over the weekend of Oct. 31 through Nov. 4, the University of Utah had multiple posters posted around campus with rhetoric that included: “it’s okay to be white” and “Reclaim America.” Although...

International students at the U | Chronicle archives.

The U’s International Student Council Unites Students from Different Cultures

By Delaney Sheppard, News Writer November 2, 2019

Highlighting and exploring cultural diversity at the University of Utah is an integral part of student life. The International Student Council is an official student group of the Associated Students of...

The ZooWho App, released on Sept. 16, is for those who want to have more personal relationships. (Courtesy ZooWho Inc.)

Who’s Who in the Zoo? – The ZooWho App Could Revolutionize Small Talk

By Ray H., Arts Writer October 23, 2019

Social media has created an era of constant connection — we can always see who’s been up to what, or share our thoughts, beliefs and memes with hundreds of people. You can find those acquaintances...

(Chronicle archives)

Reese: The U Should Adopt More Resources For Queer Students

By Isaac Reese, Opinion Writer October 2, 2019

A survey in 2015 ranked Salt Lake City is as the seventh-gayest city in the United States. Around 4.7% of Salt Lake City residents identify as members of the LGBTQ+ community. Utah is the youngest state...

(Courtesy TEDx Salt Lake City)

TEDxSaltLakeCity in Review

By Angelyn Ramos, News Writer September 26, 2019

  For the past several years Salt Lake City has hosted its very own TEDx event, TEDxSaltLakeCity. This year's TEDxSaltLakeCity the University of Utah hosted the seventh annual event at Kingsbury...

Students, staff, family and friends attend a vigil on the steps of the Park Building for Lauren McCluskey who was tragically killed on campus at The University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah on Wednesday, Oct. 24, 2018. (Photo by Kiffer Creveling | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

The University of Utah Moves to Dismiss Lauren McCluskey Lawsuit

By Delaney Sheppard, News Writer September 25, 2019

On Sept. 20, 2019, the Utah Attorney General filed for the dismissal of Lauren McCluskey’s case on behalf of the University of Utah. McCluskey’s parents filed a lawsuit against the University for the...