After an extensive national search, UVU is thrilled to announce Scott Teichert as the new senior director of Admissions at UVU. Scott brings over 20 years of admissions leadership in open-enrollment higher education across Utah and the Mountain West.

Two faculty members from Utah Valley University’s College of Science and one student from the Smith College of Engineering & Technology were honored at the Women Tech Awards on October 3 in Salt Lake City.

Thank you for your continued care and support. We wanted to provide you with an update on a range of topics, including actions that are underway to enhance security, safety, and emergency readiness. We also appreciate your continued feedback and questions submitted through the Qualtrics system between Sept. 17 and Oct. 8.  

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Enter to win two free tickets to Lea Salonga — Stage, Screen & Everything in Between on November 5, 2025.

The concert will be at The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts on November 5, 2025. Click below to enter to win tickets, courtesy of Wolverine Price and PACE. Entries will be accepted until October 24.

PACE is thrilled to announce the launch of our annual Halloween contest! We’re inviting all departments to show off their creativity in two fang-tastic categories:

The submissions link will be available later this week! Submissions will be accepted through Monday, Nov. 3. Winners will be announced by PACE the following week.

Calling all UVU staff! The legendary Professional Association of Campus Employees (PACE) Variety Show returns during the Winter Social on Dec. 10, 2025 — and we want you on stage! Whether you’re a seasoned performer or just love to share your unique skills, this is your moment to shine and spread some festive cheer!

President Astrid S. Tuminez invites you to Talk with Tuminez, a university-wide town hall for faculty and staff, on Wednesday, October 29, at 11 am in the Keller Building Vallejo Auditorium. This town hall is an opportunity to come together as a community, receive updates, and reflect on the shared work that continues to move UVU forward.

The event will be livestreamed for those unable to attend in person. Stay tuned to myUVU Workplace for more updates.

The 2025 Supervisor Review will be open until Friday, Oct. 31. This process allows you to provide anonymous feedback to your first- and second-level supervisors. Please consider your observations of your supervisors over this past year.

You’re invited to join UVU’s upcoming employee lifestyle photoshoot, happening Wednesday, Nov. 12. This is a wonderful opportunity to capture the authentic moments at UVU and celebrate the many backgrounds, experiences, and roles that make UVU a great place to work.

People and Culture is pleased to announce an employee appreciation fiesta with The Noorda Center for the Performing Arts! Enjoy a festive performance from the Mariachi Herencia de México on Friday, Dec. 12, for only $15!

To further support the health and success of the campus community, UVU People and Culture is hosting employee flu shot clinics on UVU's Orem Campus on Oct. 29.

Click the link below to register!

At UVU, we want to take time this week to highlight, recognize, and celebrate our transfer student population.

The Center for the Study of Ethics is pleased to host its 2025 Environmental Ethics Symposium on Wednesday, October 22, 2025. Our theme this year will focus on "Environmental Ethics in the Plastic Age." 

UVU Athletics announces a special employee pricing for winter sports season ticket packages! Get your tickets locked in for the upcoming basketball and wrestling seasons!

The UVU Percussion Ensemble presents music from across the globe, including Middle Eastern, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, West African, Caribbean, and classical percussion styles. Tickets: $14 for youth; $16 for adults.

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