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2 lawmakers say anti-diversity, equity and inclusion law not meant to prohibit speech on campus
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 19 - 10:02 a.m.
Utah Rep. Katy Hall and Sen. John Johnson, addressing a free speech controversy at Weber State, said HB261 was never meant to prohibit speech on university campuses.
Student housing planned for site of abandoned 'eyesore' Provo apartment complex
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 12 - 10:32 p.m.
A Provo apartment complex described as an "eyesore" and a "nuisance" in city documents is set to become housing for BYU students after Utah development firm Cole West announced its acquisition of the property.
Weber State erred in creating list of 'prohibited' words, says Utah System of Higher Ed head
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 9:02 p.m.
Utah System of Higher Education Commissioner Geoff Landward said Weber State erred in creating list of "prohibited" words guest speakers may not use.
UVU guaranteeing admission to all SLCC graduates through new partnership
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 8:05 a.m.
Utah Valley University and Salt Lake Community College are partnering together to create a pathway toward bachelor's degrees for more Utah students.
University of Utah engineers build bionic hand with an AI brain
Peter Rosen, KSL | Posted Dec. 10 - 7:15 a.m.
University of Utah engineers have given a bionic hand a mind of its own with the assistance of artificial intelligence.
University of Utah Health research funding reaches record $531M in 2025
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 7 - 10:02 a.m.
University of Utah Health this year achieved record research funding totals, surpassing the half-billion mark for 2025, reaching $531 million.
University of Utah wins $8M to launch first-of-its-kind prison education research center
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 9:04 p.m.
Continuing an effort that was set into motion years ago, a team of researchers at the University of Utah was awarded $8 million to launch the nation's first center dedicated solely to prison education research and leadership.
New censorship flap at Weber State prompts author to pull out of speaking appearance
Tim Vandenack, KSL | Posted Dec. 5 - 5:05 p.m.
An author opted out of a speaking appearance at Weber State University over a list of "words and concepts" the university instructed her to avoid, per HB261 restrictions.
New research shows drought conditions drive deer populations to croplands, urban environments
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Nov. 29 - 9:03 p.m.
New USU research tracked movements of mule deer during drought and found that when water content in plants drops, deer will abandon their natural habitat for irrigated croplands.
Amid visa worries and other disruptions, international students are flocking to Utah universities
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 28 - 7:15 a.m.
It's been a year marked by well-publicized uncertainty, visa hold-ups and deportation fears — but international students remain keen on enrolling in Utah universities.
Weber State University student brings a musical to deaf and blind audiences
Par Kermani, KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 10:07 a.m.
Audree Clark is using funds from a research grant to create a theatrical musical accessible to both deaf and blind audiences at Weber State University.
University of Utah launches ChatGPT Edu campuswide
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Nov. 27 - 7:15 a.m.
The University of Utah has launched OpenAI's ChatGPT Edu — a version of the AI tool specifically designed for higher education and securely deployed for university use.
Former USU recruiter charged with taking personal trips on school's dime
Pat Reavy, KSL | Posted Nov. 18 - 7:37 p.m.
A New Mexico woman employed by Utah State University is facing criminal charges accusing her of using her school issued P-card for personal expenses.
Utahns paying a lighter chunk of their paychecks on college than other states
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 14 - 10:00 a.m.
The Beehive State is ranked at the bottom of a just-released higher education poll — and that's a good thing.
Interim presidents selected for 2 Utah higher education institutions
Curtis Booker, KSL | Posted Nov. 7 - 8:36 p.m.
The Utah Board of Higher Education has selected interim leaders at Weber State University and Tooele Technical College.
Utah university where Charlie Kirk was killed is expanding its police force
Hannah Schoenbaum, Associated Press | Posted Nov. 6 - 7:11 p.m.
The Utah university where conservative activist Charlie Kirk was assassinated is expanding its police force and adding security managers after it received criticism for its lack of key safety measures.
Educating America's athletes: Salt Lake Community College waiving tuition for Olympic hopefuls
Jason Swensen, Deseret News | Posted Nov. 3 - 8:16 a.m.
SLCC's Beyond the Podium program provides participants with free tuition and flexible schedules, allowing Olympics- and Paralympics-bound athletes opportunities to earn a degree while training.
Brad Mortensen unanimously selected to lead Utah State University as its 18th president
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Oct. 30 - 11:21 a.m.
The Utah Board of Higher Education on Thursday unanimously appointed Weber State University President Brad L. Mortensen as Utah State University's 18th president.
Lehi-based Philo Ventures launches sandbox fund to support Utah student founders
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Oct. 29 - 7:42 a.m.
More student startups across Utah campuses will have the opportunity to receive financial backing, driven by the launch of a $3 million sandbox fund from Lehi-based Philo Ventures.
Utah Tech University, Utah Community Credit Union ink $7M partnership
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Oct. 28 - 2:10 p.m.
Four days after his inauguration, Utah Tech University President Shane Smeed on Tuesday signed a "transformative" $7 million partnership with Utah Community Credit Union.
Students apply real-world engineering for aerospace, defense at WSU
Par Kermani, KSL | Posted Oct. 25 - 12:01 p.m.
Weber State University offers hands-on internships, giving students significant ownership of externally funded, real-world projects.
Utah's surprising new agricultural star and other noteable findings from new USU report
Carter Williams, KSL | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:04 p.m.
There's a surprising new star in Utah's agricultural industry, and it might be sitting in a vase somewhere in your home.
Global conservation nonprofit partners with USU conservation institute with $100K investment
Logan Stefanich, KSL | Posted Oct. 23 - 5:01 p.m.
Utah State University's Janet Quinney Lawson Institute for Land, Water and Air on Tuesday announced a $100,000 partnership with The Nature Conservancy.
Utah State University 'takes flight' with advanced airline pilot training program
Mike Anderson, KSL | Posted Oct. 23 - 9:10 a.m.
Utah State University is transforming aviation education with its newly upgraded advanced airline pilot training program, featuring a state-of-the-art Boeing 737 flight simulator.
