2018 Legislative Update – Week 2
The Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee met twice this week, hearing from five of the eight USHE presidents. Each president advocated the Board of Regents’ unified budget priorities, and highlighted specific student successes and efficiencies in the past year. The subcommittee, as directed by the Executive Appropriations Committee, advanced three major adjustments to reduce the base… Continue Reading 2018 Legislative Update – Week 2
2018 Legislative Update – Week 1
The 45-day 2018 Legislative Session commenced on Monday, January 22, 2018. With over 1,200 legislative bills filled, several are expected to impact Utah’s public colleges and universities. The early weeks of the session focus on the budget and capital development priorities; however, several pieces of legislation are up for consideration. 2018-19 Budget According to the… Continue Reading 2018 Legislative Update – Week 1
Three finalists named in University of Utah presidential search
The University of Utah Presidential Search Committee has recommended three finalists to the State Board of Regents for the position of University of Utah President: Dr. Nicholas P. Jones, Dr. Thomas Katsouleas and Dr. Ruth V. Watkins. Continue Reading Three finalists named in University of Utah presidential search
Utah Valley University Presidential Search Committee members named by the Board of Regents
Search Committee to host two public meetings Nov. 28 The Board of Regents has named a 24-member committee to conduct a national search for the next president of Utah Valley University. UVU President Matthew Holland announced on November 6, 2017, that he has been called to serve as a mission president for the Church of… Continue Reading Utah Valley University Presidential Search Committee members named by the Board of Regents
Enrollment at Utah’s public colleges and universities up by over 4,000 for second year in a row
Utah’s public colleges and universities are seeing another increase in student enrollment this fall semester. The first “snapshot” of student enrollments for the 2017-18 school year (fall semester, third week) shows the number of students at the state’s public colleges and universities increased by 4,869 students, for a net increase of 2.78 percent over Fall… Continue Reading Enrollment at Utah’s public colleges and universities up by over 4,000 for second year in a row
Is concurrent enrollment math less rigorous than traditional college math?
A new study by the Office of the Commissioner compares students who take a postsecondary math course via concurrent enrollment with traditionally enrolled college students at a USHE institution to explore whether there is a difference in students’ postsecondary math success. The Institutional Research staff analyzed more than 48,000 enrollments in general education math courses (Math… Continue Reading Is concurrent enrollment math less rigorous than traditional college math?
New national survey highlights perceptions of U.S. higher education
A newly released survey by New America, Varying Degrees: New America’s Annual Survey on Higher Education, surveys 1,600 individuals nationwide to better understand the perceptions of and knowledge about higher education and economic mobility. This survey provides insights into the opinions about higher education across generations, ethnicities and several other demographics. Some key findings emerge… Continue Reading New national survey highlights perceptions of U.S. higher education
Introducing the 2017-18 Student Body Presidents
As the 2016-2017 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 2017-18 academic year. The presidents, together, form the leadership for the statewide student association that advocates on behalf of students on… Continue Reading Introducing the 2017-18 Student Body Presidents
USHE institutions hold prevention and awareness activities during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
During the month of April, which is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, public colleges and universities throughout Utah hosted a variety of events designed to raise awareness of campus sexual assault. University of Utah The University of Utah held events during the month focused around their 2017 theme of “Engage Voices, Challenge Rape Culture” to help… Continue Reading USHE institutions hold prevention and awareness activities during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
State funding is key ingredient to Utah’s efficient colleges and universities
Springtime in higher ed brings the excitement of commencements, graduations, and post-college adventures. In the next few weeks, over 30,000 USHE students will be awarded certificates and degrees, a major lifetime accomplishment that will prepare them for their future. Less visibly, spring is also the time when state budgets across the country are adopted for… Continue Reading State funding is key ingredient to Utah’s efficient colleges and universities