2008 May 13

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Further evidence of a recession-proof state: Utah’s job growth still outpaces national rate

0 Comments Published by Professor Les May 13th, 2008 in Salt Lake City, Current Events, Business News.

Utah’s job growth and unemployment rate continue to perform much better than comparable national rates, according to the monthly employment report released today by the state’s department of workforce services.
Despite the drag on housing-related industries, the state’s economy remains resilient, especially in the government, health care, and education sectors, Mark Knold, a senior state economist, […]

The long shadows of social media networking bode well for David Archuleta

0 Comments Published by Professor Les May 13th, 2008 in Music, Community Dialogue, Current Events, Pop Culture.

Yours truly is planning a research essay on the impact of social media networks upon the standings of American Idol contestants once the season closes next week. Naturally, local interest has been huge with the presence of David Archuleta. Perhaps unlike any other season, the online buzz, so to speak, is what has defined this […]

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