New era begins for science at the University of Utah, with opening of newly renovated Gary and Ann Crocker Science Center

The University of Utah dedicated its new Gary and Ann Crocker Science Center on Friday, launching a host of new facilities, classrooms and laboratories devoted to interdisciplinary science and math instruction.Led by a $10 million donation from Gary and Ann Crocker, the U. has poured nearly $55 million in state and private funds into overhauling the 83-year-old George Thomas Building on its Salt Lake City campus’ Presidents Circle.School administrators, elected officials, faith leaders and