Understanding what students need—and connecting them with support—is central to Student Affairs' efforts to optimize access to health and wellness resources. Through two recent surveys—the Utah Bound Orientation Survey and the Healthy Minds Survey—Student Affairs is gaining valuable insights into the experiences of incoming and current students, helping the division identify opportunities to provide more proactive and personalized support.
Fraternity and Sorority Life at the University of Utah continues to grow, with membership more than doubling in just six years. Following a record-breaking Fall 2026 recruitment, the community has reached an all-time high of over 4,100 students across 23 chapters, including 13 fraternities and 10 sororities.
With more students enrolled at the U than ever, the Division of Student Affairs is finding new ways to use data to strengthen engagement opportunities and support student success. New findings highlight how students are connecting with campus life and how the division is using those insights to better understand their experiences and identify opportunities for outreach.
As the fall semester comes to a close, the University of Utah's Center for Campus Wellness is bringing back its annual Wellness Carnival, giving students an opportunity to take a break from studying and prioritize their well-being ahead of finals.
Student Affairs is excited to announce that John MacDonald has been appointed as the new Associate Vice President for Student Engagement after serving in the interim role since Nov 2025.