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Utah Board of Higher Education Statement on USU President Cantwell
The Utah Board of Higher Education released the following statement on February 6, 2025, regarding USU President Elizabeth Cantwell: “Utah State University President Elizabeth R. Cantwell has

2025 Legislative Update — Week 2
January 27 – January 31, 2025 Appropriations Subcommittees The Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee (HEAS) began hearing presentations on Monday, January 27, from USHE’s Talent Ready Utah, which included an overview

Utah Commissioner of Higher Ed names Mark Cain as my529 executive director
Commissioner of Higher Education Geoffrey Landward appointed Mark M. Cain as the next executive director of my529, Utah’s educational savings plan, following the announcement of

2025 Legislative Update — Week 1
January 21 – January 24, 2025 Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee The Higher Education Appropriations Subcommittee (HEAS) convened its first meeting of the 2025 General Session on Thursday, January 23.

2025-26 Student Board Member Application Now Open
Note: This application is now closed. Applications are now open for those who wish to serve as the next Student Board Member for the Utah

New Utah Tech Presidential Search Committee Named
Board invites applicants through Jan. 17 The Utah Board of Higher Education has established a new ten-member committee to lead the search for the next

Utah employers provide key insights to align higher education with industry demands
A new statewide study released in Dec. 2024 revealed that while Utah graduates often excel in technical skills, many employers identify a pressing need for stronger communication,

Utah Board of Higher Education approves policy changes on chief executive officer transition and retirement
The Utah Board of Higher Education released the following statement following the approval of amendments to Board Policy R853, Transition and Retirement Provisions for Chief Executive

Getting to Know Angie Stallings, USHE’s new Deputy Commissioner
Angie Stallings is the new Deputy Commissioner for the Utah System of Higher Education. She’s a familiar face in the world of education in Utah.

Utah and Austria partner to advance apprenticeship and career education
The Utah System of Higher Education’s Talent Ready Utah and the Governor’s Office of Economic Opportunity (GOEO) formalized a landmark partnership with the Republic of

USHE enrollment grows at degree-granting colleges and universities
In its annual release, data from the Utah System of Higher Education shows enrollment at Utah’s degree-granting public colleges and universities rose 4.32% compared to

USHE’s Talent Ready Utah awards fair chance hiring grant to Rasa Legal, supports Utahns’ re-entry into the workforce
The Utah System of Higher Education’s Talent Ready Utah recently awarded a $47,871 grant to Utah-based Rasa Legal, which helps individuals clear their criminal records quickly and affordably

Utah Board of Higher Education releases 2023-24 Annual Report
The Utah Board of Higher Education released its 2023-24 Annual Report detailing significant achievements and progress made in key areas over the last year. The report details

Utah launches ‘Admit Utah’: A simplified path to college admissions for all high school students
The Utah System of Higher Education launches ‘Admit Utah,’ the state’s first simplified and guaranteed admissions initiative designed with access for all students in mind. AdmitUtah.org will

Q&A: Getting to know Utah’s newest Commissioner of Higher Education, Geoffrey Landward
Geoffrey Landward says he’s wanted a career in higher education since he was an undergraduate student working in his institution’s admissions office. His path, however,

USHE Commissioner’s Office announces new Deputy Commissioner Angie Stallings, J.D.
The Office of the Commissioner of Higher Education is pleased to announce the appointment of Angie Stallings, J.D., as Deputy Commissioner of Higher Education, effective

Utah Employers offer work-based learning opportunities to students through Talent Ready Utah partnership
Board of Higher Ed hears insights, benefits Top industry professionals from across the state presented to the Utah Board of Higher Education on Aug. 30,

Utah Board of Higher Education approves strategic plan through 2027
The Utah Board of Higher Education officially approved its new strategic plan for the 2024-27 academic years, marking a significant milestone in the state’s ongoing

2024-25 USHE Student Board Member Muskan Walia Sworn In
Muskan Walia, a senior honors student at the University of Utah majoring in mathematics and philosophy, was sworn in as the student representative for the

USHE graduates earn higher wages and boost Utah’s economy
Utah System of Higher Education graduates saw significant short- and long-term financial benefits after completing a college education, according to a new analysis from the