Introducing the 2016-2017 Student Body Presidents
As the 2015-2016 academic year comes to an end, new Student Body Presidents have been elected at USHE’s colleges and universities. The Student Body Presidents, elected by their student peers, will serve during the 2016-17 academic year. The presidents, together, form the leadership for the statewide student association that advocates on behalf of students on… Continue Reading Introducing the 2016-2017 Student Body Presidents
Utah Cluster Acceleration Partnership announces availability of $3.5 million in 2016 grant funds
The Utah Cluster Acceleration Partnership (UCAP) program provides funding to public colleges and universities, applied technology colleges, and K-12 school districts, charters and individual schools to develop, implement, or enhance educational programs in direct response to regional and statewide industry needs. UCAP is a partnership between the Utah System of Higher Education, the Governor’s Office of Economic… Continue Reading Utah Cluster Acceleration Partnership announces availability of $3.5 million in 2016 grant funds
Newly-passed legislation will reduce administrative costs for online courses
HB 379, Interstate Reciprocity Agreement for Postsecondary Distance Education, sponsored by Rep. Val Peterson and Sen. Ann Millner, was passed during the 2016 Legislative Session. While the legislation itself didn’t receive much attention, it will significantly reduce the costs to administer those programs. The bill received unanimous support by both the House and Senate and… Continue Reading Newly-passed legislation will reduce administrative costs for online courses
Utah State University Presidential Search Committee members announced
The Board of Regents Chair Daniel Campbell has named a 25-member committee to conduct a national search for the next president of Utah State University. Utah State University President Stan Albrecht announced his retirement February 3, 2016, and will remain in office until a new president of USU is named. Regent Teresa Theurer will chair… Continue Reading Utah State University Presidential Search Committee members announced
2016-17 Student Regent Application Now Available
The 2016-17 Student Regent Application is now available for any interested student planning to attend a USHE institution during the 2016-17 academic year. Governor Herbert will appoint the Student Regent for a one-year term and plays an important role in representing the voice of USHE students to the Board of Regents. Applications must be submitted by April 5, 2016. Continue Reading 2016-17 Student Regent Application Now Available
Students can finish general ed requirements and easily transfer institutions using certificates of completion
General education is a required component of any associate (AA/AS) or bachelor’s degree in Utah’s public colleges and universities. Students must take at least 27 college credits in core courses such as English, math, science, and history to complete their general education requirements. General education courses help students become well-rounded, expose them to different subjects, and ensure they have a… Continue Reading Students can finish general ed requirements and easily transfer institutions using certificates of completion
Concurrent Enrollment legislation will better assist students to college success
HB 182, Concurrent Enrollment Education Amendments, co-sponsored by Rep. Val Peterson and Sen. Ann Millner improves the administration of concurrent enrollment (CE) courses statewide, streamlines the enrollment process, and will better inform students of how concurrent enrollment courses can best help them pursue their postsecondary goals. Already one of the most robust programs in the… Continue Reading Concurrent Enrollment legislation will better assist students to college success
USHE institutions provide most of the post-secondary career & technical education in Utah
Career and Technical Education (CTE) consists of technical training and education in shorter intervals–from less than one year to two years–and prepares students for specific skills needed to enter the workforce. Institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education provide 73.4% of all post secondary CTE in Utah. By providing over 70 percent of CTE in Utah,… Continue Reading USHE institutions provide most of the post-secondary career & technical education in Utah
USHE budget priorities include crucial statewide initiatives, such as IT security & Regents’ Scholarship funding
The Utah System of Higher Education’s budget priorities for the 2016 Legislative session include two crucial statewide programs: enhanced cyber security at Utah’s public higher education institutions and funding for the merit-based Regents’ Scholarship. Enhanced Cyber Security: $2,500,000 The Chief Information officers (CIOs) of institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) are requesting funds to better… Continue Reading USHE budget priorities include crucial statewide initiatives, such as IT security & Regents’ Scholarship funding
Merit-based compensation increase for USHE employees crucial to remaining competitive in a national market
A 3% merit-based compensation increase (and a 7.3% health increase) is the top budget priority for the Utah System of Higher Education (USHE). Competitive compensation allows USHE to hire—and maintain—the best talent for Utah college students. Utah competes in a national marketplace for faculty talent. The average compensation for USHE faculty and staff is consistently lower… Continue Reading Merit-based compensation increase for USHE employees crucial to remaining competitive in a national market