Tuminez speaking in the Vallejo Auditorium | Photo by: Brad Simmons

State of the University: UVU’s Upward Trajectory Continues 

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February 11, 2025

schedule 4 min read

“The intuition of choice for affordable accessible quality education”—that is how President Astrid Tuminez describes Utah Valley University (UVU) at the State of the University. The event focused on UVU’s remarkable growth, student-centered initiatives, and building updates.  UVU now has a population of 46,809 students. This includes 41% first gen students, 18% over the age of […]

UVU Unveils New Applied AI Apprenticeship Program

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February 6, 2025

schedule 5 min read

Company partnerships will empower students to succeed in future careers OREM, Utah — Imagine being paid to learn how to use artificial intelligence (AI) and earn college credit at the same time. It is a reality at Utah Valley University (UVU).  UVU is partnering with Utah-based Clarion AI Partners (Clarion), SchoolAI, and AskElephant to provide paid apprenticeships in applied AI to prepare students for the workforce and provide them with pathways to well-paying jobs. The three companies […]

UVU First Gentleman Jeffrey S. Tolk Passes Away

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February 6, 2025

schedule 1 min read

OREM, Utah — Utah Valley University shared the following with its campus community today. It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of Jeffrey S. Tolk, husband of President Astrid Tuminez and First Gentleman of Utah Valley University. We will miss him more than words can express. During this time, we are asking for […]

Hollywood meets indie: The standouts of Sundance 2025

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February 4, 2025

schedule 2 min read

The Sundance Film Festival takes place in the mountains of Utah at the Sundance Ski Resort in Park City and showcases films in various genres from Indie themes to darker settings. This year’s lineup has so far been no different, showcasing films such as Sara Khaki’s ‘Cutting Through Rocks’ or Mathias Broe’s ‘Sauna.’  The series […]

Headshot of Alex Dunn | Photo Courtesy of Larry H. Miller

Alex Dunn: Unconventional Success 

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November 22, 2024

schedule 3 min read

Alex Dunn, a managing partner of the Larry H Miller company, provided his time and insight to students on Sept. 19th and shares his personal experience in the world of entrepreneurship.   He started out as an entrepreneur in Boston, starting a company and moving onto the next. During his lecture, Dunn expressed his passion for […]

A Set of Skit boots within UVU's OAC Store | Photo by Jeremy Curle

Outdoor Adventure: A More Informative Way to Explore Utah 

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November 22, 2024

schedule 2 min read

Students can Ski on down to the UVU Outdoor Adventure Center to fulfill all their adventuring needs, rainy or shine. The Outdoor Adventure Center, located in the Student Center at UVU, provides a more affordable way for students to enjoy the natural beauty that Utah provides through its various mountains and Ski Resorts. During the […]

Second Floor view of the main staircase in the Sparks Automotive Building

UVU Stairs: The Good, the Bad, and the Worst 

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November 22, 2024

schedule 3 min read

With the size of UVU’s campus, stairs are inevitable. Students got together to rate the Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of the many UVU stairs.  To quote Po from Kung Fu Panda, ‘Ah, my old enemy, stairs’. At UVU, any student can tell you all about the large number of stairs on campus, from […]