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“I’ve learned how important a well-rounded education and broader life experiences are to draw inspiration into my work.”

“At the end of the day, I truly believe in the power of our community to change the world.”

A common thread through these five decades: capturing and preserving individuals’ stories, especially those people with little ability to do so on their own.

A Master of Social Work student leads a program that has successfully housed over 30 individuals experiencing homelessness.

“We have stayed connected to the university because three of our oldest sons have attended the U.”

“Getting my degree from a Western education system like the University of Utah at the U Asia Campus has allowed me to become a global citizen while allowing me to continue my studies close to home.”

“To be honest with you, I just don’t like to be retired…I don’t like golf, I don’t go hunting…I wanted to do something different.”

“My time here at the U has been truly an amazing experience and I’ll use the skills that I have learned here in my next journey.”

“If you have the desire to go back to school for any reason—professional, personal or otherwise—do not let age stop you.”

“Every single professor contributed to making me a better person, and helped me to excel in the educational field. They always gave me their most valuable possession, which is their time.”