Strategic planning is how colleges and schools set a clear direction, focus limited resources and build a shared sense of purpose across faculty, staff, students, alumni and partners. An effective strategic plan lays the groundwork for meaningful, sustained progress over the next three to five years. At the University of Utah, strategic planning also serves […]
Read MoreFAQ: Why are we changing the stacked class schedule? Why Academic Affairs Is Taking a New Approach to Course Scheduling—and What It Means for Students Mitzi M. Montoya, Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs, Provost At a research university like the University of Utah, class scheduling may not seem like the most exciting issue on […]
Read MoreHow 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 […]
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