How MAP helps the U make smart, mission-driven choices about academic programs and resource use Mitzi M. Montoya, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Provost When we talk about the cost of college, we usually focus on tuition. But behind the scenes, there’s another important question: how much does it actually cost to teach a […]
Read MoreThis message from Provost Montoya was written as part of her May 19, 2025, Provost Perspectives newsletter for Academic Affairs leaders. Over the last few weeks, many of Utah’s universities have released details of their plans to respond to H.B. 265, the “Higher Education Strategic Reinvestment” bill passed during the state’s 2025 legislative session. The […]
Read MoreUniversity of Utah Provost Mitzi M. Montoya announced today that Peter Trapa has accepted an offer to serve as the inaugural vice provost and senior dean of the Colleges and Schools of Liberal Arts and Sciences (LAS). Trapa, who currently serves as dean of the College of Science, will begin his new role on March […]
Read MoreLocal support is necessary for effective work, according to a survey of U faculty and staff, who are concerned that sharing some administrative services may prevent their colleges and departments from receiving help to meet their unique needs. The survey was designed to gauge faculty and staff perceptions as the university considers proposals to share […]
Read MoreFaculty and staff from four University of Utah academic units expressed concerns about sharing services during 12 recent listening sessions and in online feedback, but they also described several areas where a shared services model could improve operations. Approximately 264 faculty and staff from the College of Humanities, College of Science, College of Social and […]
Read MoreThe University of Utah is preparing to implement a shared services model, with service design to begin in the Spring 2025 semester. The colleges of Humanities, Science, Social and Behavioral Science and School for Cultural and Social Transformation have started exploring sharing a variety of services, such as communication and marketing, finance, human resources, and […]
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