At the University of Utah, education goes beyond the traditional academic setting. College is also about being exposed to different views—sometimes familiar, sometimes deeper, and more challenging. To fully discover their passions, people, and purposes, students need to learn how to engage with differing viewpoints in ways that build understanding and community. That’s where the Campus Dialogue Program comes in.
At Student Affairs, we understand that supporting student well-being is essential for academic success — a priority that continues to guide our work today. To strengthen this commitment, the division has introduced four Health & Wellness Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), a critical step in the Adapting to Student Needs strategic plan.
The Student Health and Wellness team is joining forces with Student Affairs offices across campus to strengthen health and wellbeing by hosting eight awareness campaigns this year—inviting you to get involved and take action!
Spirituality plays a significant role in overall health by fostering a sense of purpose and connection to something greater—whether that’s a higher power, nature, or community. Recognizing this, Student Affairs is launching the Spiritual Wellness Program to provide students with the support they need to explore their spirituality, find meaning, overcome challenges, build inner peace, and connect with others.
Launching Fall 2025, the EmpowerEd Health Literacy course on Canvas helps University of Utah students balance academics with mental health and wellness. This self-paced, interactive course connects students, staff, and faculty with campus resources and builds essential health literacy skills.