Salt Lake Community College Search Committee Names Three Presidential Finalists

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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… Continue Reading Salt Lake Community College Search Committee Names Three Presidential Finalists

Utah Board of Higher Education advances innovative three-year bachelor’s degree, first public system in nation

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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… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education advances innovative three-year bachelor’s degree, first public system in nation

Utah Board of Higher Education considered and reduced tuition and fee proposals for several colleges

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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… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education considered and reduced tuition and fee proposals for several colleges

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”)… Continue Reading NOTICE OF BONDS TO BE ISSUED

Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Geoffrey T. Landward as Commissioner of Higher Education

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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… Continue Reading Utah Board of Higher Education appoints Geoffrey T. Landward as Commissioner of Higher Education

USHE Assistant Commissioner for Access Richard Gonzalez named Jump$tart Board President, NCAN Advisory Committee member

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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$tart Coalition, a financial education organization for youth; he was also selected as a member of the national advisory committee for the National College Attainment… Continue Reading USHE Assistant Commissioner for Access Richard Gonzalez named Jump$tart Board President, NCAN Advisory Committee member

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… Continue Reading Utah Tech University Presidential Search Application Open, Position Overview

Higher education leads to increased earnings, supports Utah’s society, and economy

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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… Continue Reading Higher education leads to increased earnings, supports Utah’s society, and economy

Pursuing Education While Incarcerated, Findings from the 2023 Higher Education and Corrections Council Annual Report

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Inmates in Utah can reach education goals while incarcerated. Several Utah System of Higher Education institutions provide accredited courses to Utah Department of Corrections inmates. Davis Technical College, Uintah Basin Technical College, and Snow College offer programs for inmates to earn technical certificates at UDC facilities across the state. Salt Lake Community College offers additional… Continue Reading Pursuing Education While Incarcerated, Findings from the 2023 Higher Education and Corrections Council Annual Report