Making Utah Podcast
Welcome to Making Utah, the official podcast of the University of Utah. Here, we share stories of discovery, creativity and connection that shape campus and our state for the future.
Latest Episodes
Dec 1, 2025 | Finances
Episode 4
U for You: An intro to financial wellness
In this episode of U for You, Matilyn Mortensen sits down with Gabrielle McAllaster, director of the University of Utah’s Financial Wellness Center, Ph.d., to talk about money—without the shame…
Nov 1, 2025 | Students
Episode 3
U for You: Supporting basic needs and fostering success
In this episode of U for You, host Matilyn Mortensen talks with Martha Hernandez, manager of the University of Utah’s Basic Needs Collective, about the essential resources available to help…
Oct 1, 2025 | Scholarships
Episode 2
U for You: What are nationally competitive scholarships?
In this episode of U for You, host Matilyn Mortensen talks with Ginger Smoak, director of the University of Utah’s Office of Nationally Competitive Scholarships, about how students can access…
Sep 1, 2025 | Counseling
Episode 1
U for You: Get to know the Counseling Center
Host Matilyn Mortensen is joined by Christina Kelly LaCluyse, associate director of outreach and programming at the University of Utah Counseling Center—and a special guest, facility dog Volley. This episode…