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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

Protestestors on the University of Utah campus form a human chain to protect the encampment in solidarity with Palestine. (Photo by Emerson Hagy | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

U President Taylor Randall Releases Statement on Monday Night’s Pro-Palestine Encampment

By Libbey Hanson, News Writer April 30, 2024

  University of Utah President Taylor Randall released a statement on Tuesday in response to the encampment, which was started by students, in Presidents' Circle on Monday night in solidarity with...

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The Utah Devils: Baseball Without Borders

By Luke Skinner April 22, 2024

  At the University of Utah, you will find some of the most passionate fans in collegiate sports. Across campus and the nation, the U has shown excellence across the board. The same passion is...

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Utah Medical Cannabis Users and Providers Share Their Experiences

By Andrew Christiansen, Online Managing Editor April 20, 2024

  Over 80,000 Utahns held medical cannabis cards at the end of March 2024, which is a 19% increase compared to March 2023, according to the state’s health department.  In 2023, Utah made...

Snowboarders and skiers ride down the Prospector and Detonator trails at Park City Mountain Resort in Park City, Utah on Feb. 23, 2024. (Photo by Marco Lozzi | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Jang: Act Now to Save ‘The Greatest Snow on Earth’

By Eseudel Jang, Opinion Writer April 9, 2024

  Utah, renowned since the 1960s for "The Greatest Snow on Earth," confronts a climate warming crisis. Rising temperatures threaten its ski industries and winter tourism. The acceleration of climate...

The Utah men’s lacrosse lights the U after defeating the University of Vermont Catamounts at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Feb. 24, 2024. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Lacrosse Narrowly Defeats Jacksonville on the Road

By Luke Skinner March 31, 2024

  After the Utah lacrosse team (5-4, 3-1 ASUN) took a dominant win against Detroit Mercy last week, the Utes were battle tested against Jacksonville (6-4) this Saturday. It was a tough fight between...

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Book Banning Bill Gives School Districts Power to Ban Throughout Utah

By Libbey Hanson, News Writer March 29, 2024

  The issue of book banning emerged again in this year's legislative session. H.B. 29, which was signed into law by Gov. Spencer Cox on March 18, not only bans books with "indecent materials" but...

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Hall: Utah’s Response to Wolves Returning

By Lexi Hall, Opinion Writer March 27, 2024

  The recent reintroduction of gray wolves in Colorado has sparked both anticipation and concern in Utah. As the possibility of wolves wandering into Utah arises, the state finds itself at a critical...

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Jang: Pay Utah Teachers More

By Eseudel Jang, Opinion Writer March 27, 2024

  Teacher shortages have persisted in Utah since the aftermath of COVID-19. Utah has one of the highest teacher-to-student ratios in the country.  Teachers exhibit an alarmingly low retention...

The Utah men’s lacrosse celebrates after scoring against the University of Vermont Catamounts at Rice-Eccles Stadium in Salt Lake City on Saturday, Feb. 24, 2024. (Photo by Xiangyao “Axe” Tang | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Utah Lacrosse Defeats Marquette in Defensive Stand

By Luke Skinner March 2, 2024

  The University of Utah lacrosse team (2-3) faced Marquette, coming off a dominant victory at the Rice Eccles Stadium against Vermont. The Utes were able to defeat Marquette on their territory...

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Nshangalume: The Workplace is Not the Bedroom

By Iragi Nshangalume, Opinion Writer February 23, 2024

  Across the state, many people experience sexual violations at the hands of heedless bosses. Rep. Kera Birkeland (R-Morgan) challenges the narrative by giving power back to the hands of the victims. H.B....