The University of Utah is a leading public research university known for its commitment to academic excellence and innovation. With a diverse student body and a wide array of programs, the university fosters an environment of discovery and community involvement.
| Acronym | U of U |
| Nickname | Utes |
| Motto / Slogan | Imagine, then Do |
| Colour | Utah Red (PMS 187 C), Gray (PMS 424 C), Black (PMS Black 6 C) |
| Mascot | Swoop (a red-tailed hawk) |
| Founded | 1850 |
| Location | Salt Lake City, Utah, United States |
| Address | 201 Presidents Circle Salt Lake City, UT 84112 |
The University of Utah fosters student success by preparing students from diverse backgrounds for lives of impact as leaders and citizens. We generate and share new knowledge, discoveries, and innovations, and we engage local and global communities to promote education, health, and quality of life. These contributions, in addition to responsible stewardship of our intellectual, physical, and financial resources, ensure the long-term success and viability of the institution.
Our campus is more than a classroom — it is an experience where possibilities thrive. We focus on student success to improve lifetime earnings, social mobility, and overall well-being. We promote a healthy, inclusive campus culture and offer diverse academic opportunities through 18 colleges, nearly 100 departments, and leading programs in dentistry, law, medicine, pharmacy, cancer research, and mental health.
The University of Utah is at the center of opportunity, located in the rapidly growing Intermountain West with a strong economy and diverse community. Since 2000, it has launched over 360 companies and 750 products, creating 27,000+ life science jobs. Its unique combination of a leading research university and academic medical center places it among only 12 comparable institutions in the U.S.
The University of Utah’s 1,534-acre campus inspires achievement and innovation. We believe education creates lasting individual and societal impact. The campus blends learning, living, and global engagement, offering living-learning communities, undergraduate research opportunities, and international study programs, including a campus in South Korea and affiliate programs in Ghana, the United Kingdom, and beyond.
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Under his leadership, the university embarked on Impact 2030, a strategic plan focused on imp... read more
Research and innovation are central to Randall’s administration. He has overseen structural reorganizations that drive discovery, accelerate the growth of early-stage technology companies emerging from the U, and bring solutions to market. University-wide programs such as the One-U Responsible AI Initiative address urgent societal needs and strengthen the U’s research enterprise.
Montoya is a thought leader in higher education. Throughout her career she has supported student and faculty success, enhanced entrepreneurial and innovation ecosystems and led collaborative initiatives to find solutions for social, technical and political challenges.
Before joining the U, Montoya was the dean of the Anderson School of Management at the University of New Mexico. She also served as provost and executive vice president at Washington State University and as the Sara Hart Kimball dean of the College of Business at Oregon State University. At Arizona State University, she was dean of the College of Technology & Innovation, vice provost of the ASU Polytechnic campus, and the inaugural vice president and university dean of entrepreneurship and innovation. Prior to ASU, Dr. Montoya spent 15 years at North Carolina State University where she held the Zelnak Chair in Marketing & Innovation in the Poole College of Management. She received her
Credited with the capacity to build vibrant partnerships with major offices and academic units across cam... read more
McDonald earned her doctorate from the University of Utah’s Department of Educational Leadership & Policy. She has a master’s degree in higher education and student affairs from The Ohio State University and a bachelor’s degree in biology, also from the U. Her tenure as Vice President comprises over twenty-five years of dedicated service within the University of Utah's Division of Student Affairs.
D’Ambrosio is co-founder, officer, and director of multiple startup companies that have attracted over $700 million in capital. Those companies include Transworld Telecommunications, which was sold to Sprint in 1998; Convergence Communications, which was sold to Lockheed Martin in 2005; and EPM Mining Ventures, which is listed on the Toronto Venture Exchange. He has served as the VP of investor relations and corporate communication for American Stores Company, a NYSE listed company, the director of mutual fund operations for Wasatch Advisors and deputy chief of staff to the Mayor of Salt Lake City. He graduated from the University of Utah in 1982 and was named the Ernst & Young Entrepreneur of the Year in 2000, a v100 Technology Leader in 2008, Best in State Educational Administrator in 2009 and received the 2014 Governor’s Medal for Excellence in Science and Technology. LinkedIn
Dr. Rothwell’s research is currently funded through the National Institutes of Health and is focused on ethical, social, and legal implications of genetic and technological advancements on individuals and families specifically within newborn screening, prenatal testing, and bio banking.
After early settlers came to the area, an am... read more
The University of Utah acknowledges that its campus is built upon the traditional and ancestral homeland of the Shoshone, Paiute, Goshute, and Ute Tribes. We recognize and respect the enduring relationship that exists between many Indigenous peoples and their traditional homelands. We respect the sovereign relationship between tribes, states, and the federal government, and we affirm the University of Utah's commitment to a partnership with Native Nations and Urban Indian communities through research, education, and community outreach activities.
Nestled beneath the majestic Wasatch Mountains, the University of Utah offers inspiring views of the Salt Lake Valley. Ranked as the best state in America by U.S. News & World Report, Utah has a robust economy, high-tech sector, vibrant urban area, abundant recreation opportunities, and low crime rate. In the foothills above campus are miles of pristine hiking and biking trails. Within a 30-minute drive are seven world-renowned ski resorts and within five hours you can visit any of Utah's five breathtaking national parks.