Working in a homeless shelter inspired Maria Fernandez.
homeless
Choosing a career as a public defender
From Mexico to Utah
Hear the story of neuroscience graduate student Arnulfo “Tuna” Tunon-Ortiz’s incredible journey.
CALL FOR COMPASSION
U student Jamie Fidler is collecting new and used sleeping bags, tents and U-locks for Volunteers of America’s Homeless Youth Resource Center in Salt Lake City.
PATHWAYS TO DELINQUENCY
Lecture brings to light the harsh reality of at-risk, runaway and homeless youth who are recruited, forced, and coerced into sex trafficking.
SEEKING SOLUTIONS FOR HOMELESSNESS
The U’s unique Environmental Dispute Resolution Program aims to promote collaboration, mediation, stakeholder engagement and alternative dispute resolution as a way to address public policy conflicts.
CLOSE TO HOME
U urban design students research and map homelessness in the Wasatch Region.
A FRIENDLY REMINDER
A team of U student researchers developed a device to help remind homeless patients of medical appointments.
SIZING UP SALT LAKE’S MAYORAL HOPEFULS
A postdoctoral scientist at the U engages in local politics – and urges other young professionals to do likewise.
HOUSING THE HOMELESS
Utah’s Housing First Initiative is changing the way our nation addresses chronic homelessness. The College of Social Work has played a significant role in this effort.