Salt Lake Community College Search Committee Names Three Presidential Finalists
Public forums with finalists to be held April 24; presidential appointment expected April 26 After an extensive national search, the Salt Lake Community College Presidential Search Committee has recommended three finalists to the Utah Board of Higher Education for the position of president: Joshua D. Baker, Ph.D.; Dean G. McCurdy, Ph.D.; and Gregory F. Peterson, Ed.D (from […]
Utah Board of Higher Education advances innovative three-year bachelor’s degree, first public system in nation
New shortened Bachelor of Applied Studies to be developed across USHE institutions. At its meeting on March 21, the Utah Board of Higher Education approved a new degree category—Bachelor of Applied Studies—paving the way for Utah System of Higher Education institutions to explore new, innovative degree programs. This marks a significant advancement in higher education […]
Utah Board of Higher Education considered and reduced tuition and fee proposals for several colleges
USHE technical education tuition and fees remain without increase. The Utah Board of Higher Education considered tuition and general student fee adjustments requested by Utah’s colleges and universities on the second day of their two-day meeting, ultimately approving a 3.3% systemwide weighted average increase. Of the proposed tuition adjustments for USHE degree-granting institutions, the Board […]
NOTICE OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN pursuant to the provisions of the Utah Industrial Facilities and Development Act, Title 11, Chapter 17, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended, and the Utah Refunding Bond Act, Title 11, Chapter 27, Utah Code Annotated 1953, as amended, that on March 22, 2024, the Utah Board of Higher Education (the “Board”) […]
Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Geoffrey T. Landward as Commissioner of Higher Education
The Utah Board of Higher Education unanimously named Geoffrey T. Landward Commissioner of Higher Education at its meeting today. Commissioner Landward has served as interim commissioner since Sept. 2023. Previously, he served as deputy commissioner and secretary to the Utah Board of Higher Education. “In Commissioner Landward’s eight years with the Utah System of Higher […]
USHE Assistant Commissioner for Access Richard Gonzalez named Jump$tart Board President, NCAN Advisory Committee member
Dr. Richard Gonzalez, Assistant Commissioner for Access for the Utah System of Higher Education, is kicking off the year with big accomplishments. He was named Board President of the Utah Jump$tart Coalition, a financial education organization for youth; he was also selected as a member of the national advisory committee for the National College Attainment […]
Final 2024 Legislative Update: Week 7
February 26 – March 1, 2024 Executive Appropriations Subcommittee On February 23, the Executive Appropriations Committee adopted the FY 2024 and FY 2025 budget projections and took action to adopt proposed funding items and intent language for the 2024 General Session budget. See the EAC’s proposed funding items and the list of consolidated motions. EAC’s final meeting took place on February 29, where […]
Utah Tech University Presidential Search Application Open, Position Overview
Download Position Profile Visit the Utah Tech University Presidential Search Website Visit AGB Search Utah Tech University seeks a dynamic, visionary, forward-thinking, student-centric, and community-minded president to lead the institution into the next phase of its continued success. Utah Tech is an open, inclusive, comprehensive, polytechnic university. The institution has enjoyed rapid growth over the […]
Higher education leads to increased earnings, supports Utah’s society, and economy
Utahns who earn certificates or degrees at institutions within the Utah System of Higher Education experience increased income, expanded employment opportunities, and improved health outcomes according to a recent brief from the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute. The brief not only presents compelling data on the personal advantages of higher education but also highlights the […]
2024 Legislative Update: Week 6
February 20 – 23, 2024 Executive Appropriations Subcommittee On February 23, the Executive Appropriations Committee adopted the FY 2024 and FY 2025 budget projections and took action to adopt proposed funding items and intent language for the 2024 General Session budget. See the EAC’s proposed funding items and the list of consolidated motions. View All Previous HEAS Agendas & Materials View All Previous […]
