Read the Eccles School October newsletter to stay up-to-date.
Read the Eccles School October newsletter to stay up-to-date.

Garff Building Dedication

On Friday, October 5, the David Eccles School of Business dedicated the Robert H. and Katharine B. Garff Buidling, a 150,000 square foot building that houses the school's four MBA programs, institutes, centers, and staff and faculty offices. The building came to fruition because of the generosity of more than 350 donors, led by a $12 million donation from the children of the philanthropic Garff family to honor their parents.  Click here to learn more.

Spencer Fox Eccles Convocation 2018 

 The David Eccles School of Business hosted the 28th annual Spencer Fox Eccles Convocation and had the pleasure of hosting the honorable keynote speaker, Gail Miller, Owner of the Larry H. Miller Group of Companies. Miller discussed her challenges and triumphs as she evolved from a housewife and stay-at-home mom to successfully owning and running 60 car dealerships, the Utah Jazz, the Salt Lake Bees, Megaplex Theatres, and employing more than 10,000 people. Watch the full convocation below. 

The 1917-Minute Challenge is back!

Mark your calendars for November 14-15. This time we're looking for 750 donors to help us raise funds for our number one initiative - scholarships.
Please join us in our efforts to increase our alumni participation percentage from 3.2% (lowest in the Pac-12) to an aggressive goal of 10% in the next five years. 
Questions? Contact Shyanne Kaing

Help Eccles Faculty with a Research Study 

Eccles School Faculty are currently conducting a groundbreaking research study to analyze workplace experiences. We are looking for men and women currently working full-time to participate in a 5-day study that will take less than 10 minutes per day, and participants have the opportunity to win a $50 Amazon gift card. Sign up here. Questions? 

Regional Ambassadors 

We’re excited to officially announce our David Eccles Alumni Network Ambassadors.  These Alumni Network board members live in some of our most active markets.  They’ll be organizing a few local get-togethers each year.  Watch for their invites and stay connected to your alma mater! Questions?

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Alumni Football Tailgate 

Join your Eccles Alumni Network for a tailgate party on Oct. 12! Enjoy dinner & fun before the Utes take on the Arizona Wildcats at Rice-Eccles Stadium. The tailgate will begin at 5:30 p.m. with kickoff at 8:00 p.m. Purchase tailgate and game tickets here

New York Alumni Network Event 

New York Utes- The Eccles School and the University of Utah are coming to town! Join us in midtown for an evening of networking and new connections on October 17. Catch up with fellow alumni in your area, and enjoy a free drink on us. Hope to see you there! 

Women in Business Event 

Join us on campus for a panel discussion and luncheon to hear from those working to create even ground for female-identifying students, graduates and employees. We want the audience to drive the conversation, so come with your questions. 

Smart Start - 8 Career Competencies 

Save the date for our Smart Start Networking evening from 4:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m. at the Spencer Fox Eccles Business Building on the Cafe Patio. This event will focus on helping students build 8 necessary competencies in the workplace. 

Phoenix Alumni Network Event 

Come join us for lunch at Phoenix City Grille from 12:00 p.m.- 1:30 p.m! Meet up with fellow alumni and hear about the exciting things happening at the David Eccles School of Business. All U alumni and guests welcome to join! 

Orange County Alumni Network Event 

SoCal Utes - The Eccles School and the University of Utah are coming to town! Join us at Del Frisco's Grille at 11:30 a.m. to catch up with fellow alumni in your area, while enjoying lunch and a drink on us. We hope to see you there!

Ogden Alumni Network Event 

Ogden Utes - Join us at Zucca's behind the red maintenance door entrance of the 225 Speakeasy for an evening of drinks, hors d'oeuvres, and networking with alumni in your area from 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. All Utes and guests are welcome to join!

Los Angeles Alumni Tailgate @ UCLA 

The Utes are heading to the Rose Bowl! Get ready for the game with other local California alumni at a tailgate party presented by the David Eccles School of Business and the U of U Alumni Association. Space is limited, register today.

Boise Alumni Network Event 

Enjoy an opportunity to connect with your alma mater and grow your professional network. The luncheon at 12:00 p.m. at the Bardenay Restaurant is complimentary, and all Utes are welcome to join us! We can't wait to see you there! 

Minneapolis Alumni Network Event 

Join us for lunch downtown at FireLake just off the skyway from 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m! Reconnect with other Utah alumni and hear about all of the exciting things happening at the David Eccles School of Business and the University of Utah. Lunch provided.

Smart Start - After the Interview 

Mark your calendars for the last Smart Start Networking event of the Fall 2018 semester at the Spencer Fox Eccles Business Building in Child Hall from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. This event will focus on helping students develop skills for after the interview. 
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