Student Affairs' Revitalizing Engagement and Belonging strategic initiative aims to create a campus where every student feels connected and engaged. A key component of this effort is the development pillar events—large-scale, thoughtfully curated experiences that shape the college journey. To assess their impact consistently, Student Affairs is using Campus Connect to track attendance and gather feedback, and gain real-time insights.
At the University of Utah, students have endless opportunities to connect, learn, and thrive through campus events. However, with so many options, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed or lost in the crowd. To simplify and enhance the student experience, Student Affairs is excited to introduce pillar events—large-scale, thoughtfully curated events designed to serve as cornerstones of the college experience.
As we approach the upcoming election, I want to acknowledge that this period will likely have a variety of impacts on our students. Elections often highlight a range of perspectives, and it's natural that each of us may feel differently about the outcomes and discussions. During this time, I encourage everyone to approach these differences with mutual respect.
Getting involved on campus is essential for students' personal and professional growth, offering opportunities to develop lifelong skills and build supportive communities that enhance well-being. In that spirit, Student Affairs is proud to reintroduce the Office of Student Leadership and Involvement, a hub for leadership development and student engagement.
The Office of the Dean of Students (ODOS) at the University of Utah recently implemented organizational changes to enhance student accountability and support. These changes allow staff to improve case management, ensure timely interventions, and address the growing student population's evolving needs. Additionally, the new structure streamlines referrals and provides more specialized care to students.