2020 Weekly Legislative Update-Week 4
Revised Revenue Projections The Governor’s Office and legislative leaders announced revised tax revenue projections that set the stage for final budget preparations in the coming weeks. They announced over $900 million in new revenues, primarily in Income Tax (Education Fund): Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee Prioritization The Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee (HEAS) submitted its list of […]
Utah’s public colleges and universities propel the state’s economy and student earnings forward
Utahns completing a bachelor’s degree see a wage premium of $15,000 per year over those with only a high school diploma According to a recent report from the Utah System of Higher Education, Utah public colleges and universities play a critical role in Utah’s success by providing the skilled labor force needed to grow and strengthen Utah’s […]
2020 Legislative Update-Week 3
Institution Presentations to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee The University of Utah and Utah State University presented to the Higher Education Appropriation Subcommittee (HEAS) this week. The other remaining institutions presented the week prior: Snow College Salt Lake Community College Utah Valley University Dixie State University Southern Utah University Weber State University Legislative Requests for Appropriations […]
Utah students left over $55 million in unclaimed federal financial aid in 2018-19
Utah’s college access advisors to help more students complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid According to a recent report from the Education Strategy Group, Utah students left over $55 million in unclaimed federal financial aid on the table in 2018-19 and only about 35.5% of Utah high school seniors completed the Free Application for Federal […]
2020 Legislative Update-Week 2
Institution Presentations to Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee Several Institutions presented to the Higher Education Appropriation Subcommittee (HEAS) this week: Snow CollegeSalt Lake Community CollegeUtah Valley UniversityDixie State UniversitySouthern Utah UniversityWeber State University The University of Utah and Utah State University will be presenting on Monday. Capital Development The institutions with capital development projects prioritized by […]
USHE’s 2020-21 Legislative Budget Priorities
The USHE Board of Regents approved budget and capital facilities requests for the Utah System of Higher Education at the September Board of Regents meeting in preparation for the 2020 Legislative Session. These budget priorities will enable USHE institutions to fulfill institutional missions and to maintain affordability for students. The operating budget request complies with […]
2020 Legislative Update-Week 1
The 2020 Legislative Session got underway on Monday, January 27. On Tuesday, the Legislature repealed HB 185, the tax reform package it passed in December’s special legislative session. This action will impact this year’s budget in ways that are still unclear. We expect additional budget information, including FY21 budget revenue projections, in the coming week […]
USHE institutions enter statewide agreement for JED Campus program to support student mental health and well-being
Statewide agreement made possible by The J. Willard and Alice S. Marriott Foundation In response to growing mental health and wellness needs on national and local campuses, the Utah System of Higher Education’s eight public colleges and universities are partnering with The Jed Foundation (JED) in a statewide agreement to support the mental health and […]
5 Fast Facts about the University of Utah
1. The University of Utah was invited to join the Association of American Universities. This year, after an evaluation of its qualities, including the strength and impact of its research, its distinction in graduate education programs and its excellence in undergraduate education, the U of U was invited to join the AAU. This prestigious membership […]
Jessica Gilmore named USHE Associate Commissioner for Workforce Development and Industry Engagement
Pictured above: USHE Associate Commissioner for Workforce Development and Industry Engagement Jessica Gilmore USHE Commissioner Dave R. Woolstenhulme to refocus existing positions The Utah System of Higher Education welcomes Jessica Gilmore, Ed.D., former Associate Provost of Community Outreach and Economic Development at Utah Valley University, as Associate Commissioner for Workforce Development and Industry Engagement. This […]
