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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

University of Utah President Taylor Randall speaks at a press conference with the Daily Utah Chronicle in the John R. Park Building in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Sept. 14, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

President Taylor Randall Talks University Future

By Andrew Christiansen and Vanessa Hudson September 14, 2023

  In a press conference with the Daily Utah Chronicle on Thursday, University of Utah President Taylor Randall reflected on the progress he’s made in the last two years and shared ongoing efforts...

Sen. Mitt Romney speaking next to Rick Larsen during the Sutherland Institutes 2023 Congressional Series at Hinckley Institute of Politics on the University of Utah campus in Salt Lake City, Monday, Aug. 21, 2023. (Photo by Marco Lozzi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Sen. Mitt Romney Will Not Seek Another Senate Term

By Vanessa Hudson, Editor in Chief September 13, 2023

  In a statement released Wednesday morning, Sen. Mitt Romney announced he would not seek a second senate term — likely marking the end of his political career. “Frankly, it’s time for...

Miniature U.S. flags placed by the Young Americas Foundation as a 9/11 memorial in front of the A. Ray Olpin Student Union in Salt Lake City on Sunday, Sep. 10, 2023. (Photo by Marco Lozzi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

U Community Remembers 9/11 on 22nd Anniversary

By Vanessa Hudson, Editor in Chief September 11, 2023

  “It was — it was unbelievable,” said Richard Ingebretsen, a faculty member at the University of Utah. “Nothing like that, in any of our lifetimes had been seen in the United States since...

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Nshangalume: Utah Women Should Worry For Their Futures

By Iragi Nshangalume, Opinion Writer September 11, 2023

  This past June, the United States Supreme Court overturned two major catalyst cases that allowed women independence and equality. With SCOTUS striking down affirmative action programs and the...

The University of Utah Guard Inês Vieira  (2) in the game versus Gardner-Webb at the Jon M Huntsman Center on March 17, 2023. (Photo by Xiangyao Axe Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Title IX and Sports at the U

By Max Lepore, Sports Writer September 10, 2023

  In June 1972, Title IX of the Civil Rights Act was signed into law. Title IX protects individuals from discrimination based on sex in any sort of school or education program that receives funding...

University of Utah basketball player Wat Misaka in 1948. (Photo courtesy of Wikimedia Commons)

Remembering the Legacy of Basketball Legend Wataru Misaka

By Isaac Dunaway, Sports Writer September 8, 2023

  The University of Utah has a rich history of impressive athletes, including Olympic medalists, Super Bowl champions and a first-overall draft pick in both the NFL and NBA, to name a few. But...

The Equity, Diversity and Inclusion office inside the John R. Park Building in Salt Lake City on July 26, 2023. (Photo by Marco Lozzi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion — Where Does Utah Stand?

By TJ Ross, News Writer September 7, 2023

  Diversity, Equity and Inclusion programs have become an integral part of the University of Utah. The U has five official DEI centers and offices: the American Indian Resource Center, the Black...

The UGURT, now named Boba Bee, at 1330 E 200 S in Salt Lake City on Thursday, Sept. 7, 2023 changed ownership recently. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Frozen Yogurt Shop UGURT Shifts to New Ownership and Name

By Allison Stuart, News Writer September 7, 2023

  As you might have noticed, the student favorite hangout UGURT is no longer there — at least not in the same capacity it was. The frozen yogurt shop was located right off of the campus of...

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Nshangalume: Value Platonic Relationships

By Iragi Nshangalume, Opinion Writer September 5, 2023

  During adolescence, we’re taught that becoming a great parent and spouse is the ultimate goal of life. This cultural norm in a time of post-pandemic isolation is partly to blame for recent...

Arts Bash (Courtesy of finearts.utah.edu)

Arts Bash: A Party to Celebrate the Arts

By Grier Abercrombie, Arts Writer September 2, 2023

  As students are populating campus once again for a new school year, events are happening all over campus to welcome them back. From Crimson Nights to the Get Involved Fair, students have a variety...