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University of Utah students can now access all health and wellness services through a single website that connects them to mental health support, medical care, and basic needs in one place. The new Wellness Hub aims to remove barriers for students who previously had to navigate multiple departments to find help.
Fifteen high school students in Northern Utah will spend a week building a fully functional street-legal electric vehicle from the ground up. The hands-on program launches this July at Utah State University's cutting-edge electric vehicle research center.
Student-athletes at the University of Utah just crushed their own academic record, posting a combined 3.441 GPA for the 2025-26 school year. These champions are proving you can dominate in the classroom and on the field at the same time.
A Nigerian doctoral student at Utah State University just attempted to break the world record for the longest math class by teaching continuously for more than 40 hours. Emmanuel Onyegu brought energy drinks, dozens of whiteboards, and a childhood dream to make mathematical history.
Utah State University just opened a new center dedicated to bringing jobs, internet access, and business training to rural communities across the state. The Center for Rural Economic Development & Emerging Technologies will unite existing programs into one powerful platform serving areas that need economic support most.
Both Utah soccer teams claimed victories Saturday, with the Royals securing their first-ever win against Angel City FC while Real Salt Lake dominated Portland at home. The double header brought electric energy to Utah soccer fans and showcased homegrown talent shining on the field.
The only multidisciplinary ALS clinic in the Mountain West now offers groundbreaking gene therapy for patients with genetic forms of the disease. University of Utah Health's team brings together 10+ specialists in one visit, making life easier for the 30,000 Americans living with ALS.
The University of Utah gymnastics team just claimed their second consecutive Big 12 championship, proving last year's victory was no fluke. The Red Rocks are building a dynasty in one of college sports' most competitive conferences.
Two Utah State undergraduates just earned Goldwater Scholarships, one of America's most prestigious honors for young scientists. Their stories prove it's never too late to chase your dreams in science.
Two Utah State undergraduates just earned one of America's most prestigious STEM awards, beating out over 1,400 competitors nationwide. Their secret? Real-world research solving problems from winter road safety to wildlife conflicts.
Ten Utah teachers just received grants totaling $40,000 to bring their most creative classroom ideas to life. The awards, presented by Utah's First Lady and a former Miss America, will fund projects ranging from STEM programs to literacy initiatives.
Three-star wide receiver Darnell Jackson chose the University of Utah after feeling instantly welcomed as family, not just an athlete. His decision shows how genuine connection and culture can win over proximity and prestige.
Nearly a fifth of Utah communities are giving residents the power to support renewable energy for the cost of a coffee. The Utah Renewable Communities program makes clean energy accessible to everyone, not just homeowners who can afford solar panels.
The University of Ibadan and University of Lagos just secured spots among the world's top 1,000 universities, doubling Nigeria's presence after a three-year decline. Twenty-four Nigerian institutions now appear in global rankings, showing the country's growing strength in higher education.
Scientists thought it was impossible to see ultraviolet light from galaxies in the early universe, but Hubble just spotted one blazing through the cosmic fog. This discovery shows how young stars cleared the universe's view 12 billion years ago.
Twenty South African universities are redefining student success to include not just graduation, but real employment and economic mobility. The Siyaphumelela Network now supports 80% of the country's public university students with this broader vision.
The University of Ibadan has claimed the top spot among Nigerian universities in both law and medicine in the prestigious Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2026. This milestone puts Nigerian education on the global map alongside 425 elite law schools and 1,230 medical institutions worldwide.
Japan's prestigious Kyoto University will receive major government funding to become a global research powerhouse, joining an elite group transforming how the country competes in scientific innovation. The investment could reshape academic research across Asia.
Four Ghanaian universities just held their first-ever inter-university karate camp, using martial arts to develop leadership and discipline among students. The two-day event brought together dozens of students and could pave the way for karate becoming an official university sport.
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South Africa's Wits University just claimed the top spot in Africa and broke into the world's top 1% of universities, ranking 200th globally out of over 21,000 institutions. The achievement showcases how African universities are competing with the world's best while driving progress across the continent.
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