Higher Ed Day on the Hill
Board members, institutional presidents, lawmakers, and industry leaders gathered at the Utah State Capitol for Higher Education Day on the Hill on Feb. 18. The event served as an opportunity for state leaders to discuss the important connection between higher ed and Utah’s economy. According to Georgetown University Center on Education and the Workforce, by… Continue Reading Higher Ed Day on the Hill
Applications open for Weber State University president
Beginning today, the Utah Board of Higher Education is accepting nominations and applications for the next president of Weber State University. Over the past several weeks, the WSU Presidential Search Committee gathered feedback from students, faculty, staff, alumni and community members through listening sessions, online comments and anonymous submissions. That input directly shaped the presidential leadership profile and official job posting and will continue to… Continue Reading Applications open for Weber State University president
Higher ed and state leaders sign joint resolution centered on students
The Utah System of Higher Education reaffirmed its commitment to students, academic excellence, and public accountability by signing a historic joint resolution. USHE leaders, joined by the state’s college and university presidents, Governor Spencer J. Cox, Senate President Stuart Adams, and House Speaker Mike Schultz, signed the resolution at the Utah State Capitol on Jan.… Continue Reading Higher ed and state leaders sign joint resolution centered on students
Utah’s concurrent enrollment math program nationally recognized
A new national report from Just Equations, an independent organization focused on student success in mathematics, highlights Utah’s concurrent enrollment (CE) program as a leading model for college-level math preparation and for supporting students’ transition from high school to college. CE allows Utah high school students to take college-level courses for college credit, preparing them… Continue Reading Utah’s concurrent enrollment math program nationally recognized
Statement from the Utah Board of Higher Education on U of U Athletics
The Utah Board of Higher Education today released the following statement on the University of Utah’s announcement on athletics: “The Utah Board of Higher Education recognizes that the collegiate athletics landscape has changed significantly in recent years, with conference realignment, rapidly escalating NIL expenses, a disrupted media environment, and rising operational costs. These pressures have made… Continue Reading Statement from the Utah Board of Higher Education on U of U Athletics
A simpler way to apply to college: Admit Utah launches first direct data integration with Provo City School District
USHE is partnering with the Provo City School District to become the first in the state to pilot a direct data integration with Admit Utah, USHE’s seamless college application platform. Through AdmitUtah.org, Provo high school seniors can apply to all 16 Utah public colleges and universities in one place, at no cost. Seniors at Provo High School and… Continue Reading A simpler way to apply to college: Admit Utah launches first direct data integration with Provo City School District
Custom Fit program trains nearly 17,000 Utah workers, supports statewide economic growth
The Utah Board of Higher Education today reported on the Utah System of Higher Education’s Custom Fit program outcomes for the 2025 fiscal year, demonstrating strong statewide demand for employer-driven training and continued partnership between Utah businesses and USHE colleges. For more than 40 years, Custom Fit has provided flexible, jointly funded training to Utah… Continue Reading Custom Fit program trains nearly 17,000 Utah workers, supports statewide economic growth
Utah Board of Higher Education approves updated budget, capital priorities for 2026-27
The Utah Board of Higher Education approved updates to its operating and capital budget priorities for Utah’s public colleges and universities for the 2026-27 fiscal year at its meeting today to prepare the system’s final submission to the Utah Legislature for the 2026 General Session. The Board’s adopted budget proposals, developed in partnership with Utah… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education approves updated budget, capital priorities for 2026-27
Weber State University Presidential Search Committee Named
The Utah Board of Higher Education has established a nine-member committee to lead the search for the next president of Weber State University. The committee is charged with identifying exceptional candidates who will advance Weber State’s distinctive mission of access and excellence—transforming students and communities through experiential learning, meaningful connections, opportunities for research and service, and through… Continue Reading Weber State University Presidential Search Committee Named
Utah Board of Higher Education Names Brad L. Mortensen President of Utah State University
The Utah Board of Higher Education unanimously selected Brad L. Mortensen, Ph.D., as the next president of Utah State University at its meeting today. With over two decades of experience in higher education, Mortensen brings a demonstrated focus on affordability, value and access. Mortensen will assume the position on November 10, 2025. With his transition… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education Names Brad L. Mortensen President of Utah State University