At The U Email

May 5, 2025

Stories, announcements and events for the University of Utah community

LEAD STORY

Holly Rowe to Class of 2025: ‘Be reckless with your confidence’

Long-time ESPN commentator and U alum, Holly Rowe, encouraged the class of 2025 to envision the life they want and create it.

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FEATURED

Featured Stories

Highlights from across campus, selected for this issue.

Chemist Henry S. White named 2025 Rosenblatt honoree

White has demonstrated a deep commitment to student success and is credited with transforming general chemistry education at the U.

Lassonde family commits another $25M to advance entrepreneurship

The generous new gift is another major investment in the Lassonde Entrepreneur Institute.

Humans of the U: Austin Edens

"There are plans to open a law school in El Paso eventually, and I hope to one day teach there and give back to the community."

Humans of the U: Viviane Nguyen

"We as architects have a responsibility to the communities that are underserved by their environment, and it made me realize how much impact we have in our designs."

Humans of the U: Marcus Tanner

“Geology is a superpower. You get to see the world in a way that very few people get to, and it's a pleasure without measure. I love to do it.”

Humans of the U: Tomas Cruz Villalvazo

"Now that graduation is here, I am so grateful for the support of my family, friends and instructors for helping me attain all that I have so far."

Humans of the U: Lauren Carn

"Theatre has always been my language, and now I get to teach others how to speak it too."

Humans of the U: Hunter Montgomery

"I started medical school at the U in 2021, and I have loved it."

Humans of the U: Autumn Hartley

"In high school, I took a geology class and loved the material. I had questions about the landscape surrounding me, so I decided to major in geology."

Humans of the U: Keisha Jimenez

"The library became my second home. I knew I could ask any question and get a helpful answer."

Humans of the U: Ian Martin

"As I go out into the world, I look forward to continuing the work of being a connector and of being myself."

Humans of the U: Dongeun Kang

"I now know this for sure: I want the stories I create through my videos to leave a meaningful impression on someone."

Humans of the U: Chimdi Ihediwa

"Coming to the University of Utah was a really good academic opportunity. I’ve been very fortunate."

Humans of the U: Ashton Pelley

"Even if I don’t receive a Fulbright grant, going through this process was so beneficial.”

Humans of the U: Jacobo Miranda

"Whether or not I am selected as a Fulbright, the essay process provided a meaningful opportunity for me."

Humans of the U: Chelsea Bordon

"I am 34 and just graduating with my bachelor’s degree. I’ve lived a lot of life. I’ve had a lot of careers."

Humans of the U: Sophia Anderson

"My time at the university has been more than academics, it has also been about personal development."

Humans of the U: Marlon Lopez

"Growing up in an immigrant household where my parents instilled the importance of education."

Humans of the U: Yeseo ‘Ava’ Ahn

"Throughout my time at the U, I’ve not only built a strong community and lifelong friendships but also engaged in experiences that have shaped who I am today."

Humans of the U: Kay Jimenez

"In thinking about everything that's been going on the last four years and where I'm at right now."

TO KNOW

Announcements

Love U, wear U: A campus jacket with ‘Seoul’

This April, students at the University of Utah Asia Campus gathered on their Incheon campus for the “Love U Letterman Jacket Bash.”

UTA TRAX Red Line maintenance May 3-9

From May 3 through May 9, a bus bridge will be put in operation for the Red Line between the Ballpark Trax Station and the Library Station.

Summer intramural sports registration is open

The Intramural Sports Pass is completely FREE during the summer.

One day savings at the Campus Store

May 7th only!

ON CAMPUS

Featured Events

Dates to keep on your radar.

May

Indigenous Data Sovereignty and Governance

Event details →

May

Let's Talk About the Birds and Bees: The Phenological Impacts of Climate Change

Event details →

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