Chef James Jorgen from the University of Utah won the Continental regional title at the NACUFS 2024 Culinary Challenge in Tacoma, Washington. His winning dish featured pan-seared branzino and ratatouille-stuffed eggplant. Jorgen will compete at the national level in Louisville, Kentucky, in July. Congratulations, Chef Jorgen!
On May 3, 2024, Dr. Sherrá Watkins, associate vice president for Student Health and Wellness, returned to her alma mater—East Carolina University—to speak at the commencement ceremony for the College of Allied Health Sciences. In her speech, Dr. Watkins shared insights from her academic, professional, and personal journey, which led her through seasons of planting, growth, drought, and harvest.
Congratulations to all University of Utah students graduating this semester! Special recognition goes to graduates from Student Affairs. Best wishes for your future endeavors and continued success.
Rachel E. Aho, Ph.D., Director of Housing in Student Affairs at the University of Utah, was inducted as the 85th president of the American College Personnel Association (ACPA): College Student Educators International on March 20, 2024 at the ACPA Convention in Chicago, Illinois. Aho is the first ACPA President from the University of Utah.
The University of Utah's highly anticipated Giving Day is just around the corner! On April 2nd and 3rd, our university community will unite for 1,850 minutes of giving back. By taking part in Giving Day, Student Affairs raises funds that go directly toward resources, programs, and scholarships that support student success and well-being.