As the Spring Semester comes to a close, the Union would like to recap events happening in the building and around campus. One of the significant events this year was Women’s Week. Internationally, March is celebrated as Women’s Month and centers on highlighting the contributions of trailblazing and resilient women. Centering spaces and the voices of women is a significant…
The Asian American Student Association (AASA) is a cultural student group here at the University of Utah dedicated to promoting Asian and Asian Americans culture through a variety of educational opportunities, awareness, and cultural appreciation. They strive to raise awareness for social and political issues affecting the Asian and Asian American communities as well as recognize and celebrate that community…
It is a bittersweet moment for the Union to say goodbye to one of our Services Desk Managers, Rachel Heard. Rachel is beginning a great opportunity working for the University of Utah’s Health Department. We are very proud of her achievements and outstanding leadership and contribution to the Union and wish her the best of luck in her new professional…
Tax season is upon us! On February 25th, the Personal Money Management Center (PMMC) will begin free tax preparations for all University of Utah students, faculty, staff and community members who make under $66,000 a year. The center provides a competent and confidential atmosphere with access to accredited counseling services, quality financial education and appropriate tools for achieving lifelong successful…
Formerly known as the Conference on Social Awareness (COSA), the Conference of Diverse Excellence (C.O.D.E.) is an educational conference hosted by the Associated Students of the University of Utah (ASUU). ASUU is the official student government body of the University of Utah whose office is located on the east wing of the second floor in the A. Ray Olpin University…
University of Utah President Ruth V. Watkins held a press conference on Friday, November 2, 2018. During the press conference, reference was made to campus parking changes that include options for students, faculty, and staff to park in “A” lots after 3 pm. This change is part of a series of actions aimed at improving campus safety for students following…
Dillon Clark is currently a senior at the University of Utah, he is majoring in Political Science. He is set to graduate Spring of 2019 with his bachelor’s degree. Dillon first started working in the A. Ray Olpin University Union his freshman year and has been a building manager ever since. After graduation, he aspires to work and live in Washington DC and…
To Celebrate another fantastic year, the Union Administration will be hosting its annual winter celebration. The goal of our celebration is to thank the university community for the hard work of all staff, students, and faculty contributions to this incredible campus. Previous years have highlighted the Festivus tradition, rooted in a 1997 Seinfeld episode, however, this year our theme is…
Located on the fourth floor of the Union, International Student & Scholar Services ( ISSS) serves as the primarily on-campus contact and the designated space to serve the U’s community of international students, scholars, and alumni. ISSS is an incredible on-campus resource for students and the international community, as of 2018 the U has over 2,500 international students and more…
The University of Utah made history when it opened its Asia Campus in the Incheon Global Campus in September of 2014. Since then, the University has been actively working to better connect the two campuses and establish them as the same institution. In 2017, the A. Ray Olpin University Union formed a new student-run board for the Utah Asia Campus…
The Carolyn and Kem Gardner Commons food court, or “Carolyn’s Kitchen,” contains a variety of options for dining in a central campus building. One restaurant is called Rooted in Good Taste, and all of its foods are 100% plant-based. This option has a daily special and a daily side that changes every day so the food does not become monotonous….
At most public, four-year universities, transfer students comprise a population that is often overlooked. Originally established in 2013 as the Tau Sigma Honors Society, the Crimson Transfer Honors Society (CTHS) is an honors society established for transfer students at the University of Utah. The purpose of CTHS is: to recognize academic success of all transfer students at the U; encourage…
Haunted Homecoming Student leadership groups, UPC (Union Programming Council) and ASUU (Associated Students of the University of Utah) are pleased to announce that they will be co-hosting, Haunted Homecoming, on October 19th, 2018. This is the first time in Union history where two prominent student organizations have collaborated on a large scale event. UPC hosts Crimson Nights two times a…
Gardner Commons is up and running! With that being said, the Union would like to share some of the resources for students available in the new building. Bike Racks There is a bike storage room near the northwest entrance of the building that will be available by card-access to a group of individuals each semester. The storage room is comprised…
Established in the early 1970s as the Minority Center, the Center for Ethnic Student Affairs (CESA) is a resource center for students – primarily underrepresented students of color. The office has grown significantly and continues to expand its resources for our students. CESA has evolved from three part-time advisors to a vibrant high-volume student support center with over nine full-time…
This year the University of Utah Farmers Market celebrates its 11th season on campus. The Farmers Market is a collection of local growers, artisans, and businesses from our campus and around the Salt Lake Valley. From its beginnings, the market has aimed to foster a community environment and emphasize sustainable living. The Farmers Market hosts a variety of locally created…
The Union is very excited to support our new neighbor, the Carolyn and Kem Gardner Commons. We’ve been watching and recording the construction from our roof since April of 2017 and on July 25th, 2018 the building finally opened! The newest building on campus, the Gardner Commons will be home to many campus departments, over 40 classrooms, and a new…
For the past several years the Union has had a great community partner, V2 Presents. V2 Presents has been producing electronic music events in Utah since 2003 and steadily brought the scene from the underground to the mainstream, creating a tight-knit community. With the help of the Union, they have expanded that community to the University of Utah. As a…