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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

Utah System of Higher Education receives $300,000 ECMC award to support FAFSA completion
The Utah System of Higher Education (USHE) was recently provided a $300,000 award from Educational Credit Management Corporation (ECMC), a nonprofit providing services in support of higher education

Board of Higher Education plans $8.5m for student success, supports FAFSA completion
System FAFSA Help Initiative and endowment funds to support students affected by FAFSA delays, issues At its meeting on June 6, 2024, the Utah Board

Utah Board of Higher Education Reaffirms Commitment to Advancing Higher Education’s Benefits for Utahns
Board enters into six-year contract with Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute At its June 6 meeting, the Utah Board of Higher Education received an in-depth

Utah Students Save Millions with Credit for Prior Learning
The Utah System of Higher Education released its annual report on the Credit for Prior Learning initiative today, aimed at streamlining degree progression and increasing

Utah Senate confirms newly appointed Commissioner of Higher Education Geoffrey Landward
The Utah Senate confirmed Geoffrey T. Landward as commissioner of higher education on May 15, 2024, who was appointed by the Utah Board of Higher Education on

Board of Higher Ed names Gregory F. Peterson 9th SLCC President
The Utah Board of Higher Education selected Gregory F. Peterson, Ed.D., as the ninth president of Salt Lake Community College today, following an extensive national

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

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

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

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

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

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

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