The Story Behind the U’s Longstanding Health Partnership with Mongolia Nearly 20 years ago, a seemingly small connection between friends sparked an enduring partnership between the University of Utah and Mongolia—one that has since grown into a global health initiative that is changing lives and transforming healthcare systems to this day. Dr. Raymond Price, Vice […]
Read MoreThere are many reasons to study a language: curiosity, personal growth, cultural enrichment, literary analysis, cognitive development…the list goes on. But one reason in particular stands like a lighthouse to French professor Anne Lair: career development. “My goal is to expose students to language and culture for the professional world,” said Lair. “At the end […]
Read MoreThis post originally appeared in the Office of Global Health Newsletter and was published March 2025. This article is republished here with permission. On March 3, a delegation from Korea Health Information Service (KHIS) visited the Department of Biomedical Informatics. The delegation’s primary objective was to assess clinical data integration and interoperability challenges, with a […]
Read MoreThis post originally appeared on @theU and was published March 17, 2025. This article is republished here with permission. Tracey Lamb, professor of pathology, is the University of Utah’s first National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine Jefferson Science Fellow. In this role, she will spend time with the U.S. State Department’s Bureau of Global Health Security […]
Read MoreFaculty-led Learning Abroad programs are invaluable opportunities for students, offering a unique blend of academic rigor and cultural immersion. These programs are designed by faculty who bring their expertise and passion for their fields, providing a structured, focused learning experience in an international context. Students benefit from the guidance of faculty who understand the nuances […]
Read MoreThis story originally appeared on the Hinckley Institute’s website. Reposted here with permission. The Hinckley Institute of Politics played a pivotal role in shaping Gus Gochnour’s undergraduate experience and professional trajectory. Through a series of impactful internships, he gained invaluable insights into international relations, government operations, and the power of global connectivity. Gochnour completed three […]
Read MoreThe University of Utah’s International Student and Scholar Services office, Learning Abroad office, and International Studies Program have partnered to charter the newest chapter of the International Honors Society, Phi Beta Delta. The newly formed Theta Rho chapter invites both international and domestic students and scholars to celebrate their academic achievements and involvement in cultural […]
Read MoreThe University of Utah and Université Côte d’Azur are pleased to announce the first four mobility grants awarded as part of the Winter Olympics Sustainability Research Alliance. Congratulations to the following research groups: Winter Olympics Skiing Health & ACL injury Prevention & Evaluation (SHAPE) Initiative By combining expertise in sports medicine, biomechanics, and rehabilitation, SHAPE […]
Read MoreHave you ever considered leading a Learning Abroad program? The three seasoned Learning Abroad leaders below think this should be the year you take the leap. Their reasons range from practical to profound. Read on to understand why leading a Learning Abroad experience may be just what you need to add to your CV. Then, […]
Read MoreThis story originally appeared in the Daily Utah Chronicle on Feb. 20, 2025. Reposted with permission. The application to the needs-based scholarship deadline is March 6. In mid-January, applications for the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship, a need-based scholarship for undergraduates with an award of up to $5,000, opened for Pell Grant eligible students. Applicants must be […]
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