Twelve Weber State University professors were honored with the 2025 Presidential Teaching Excellence Award for their outstanding dedication to teaching.

Salt Lake City's Best Friends Animal Society offers a 'blind date' with dogs or cats for Valentine's Day, providing supplies and a gift bag for overnight stays to promote joy and aid in making better adoption matches.

The Salt Lake Temple, following renovations, will reopen for a six-month public tour from April to October 2027, allowing both Mormons and non-members a rare glimpse inside.

USU music professor Greg Wheeler was inducted into the UMEA Hall of Fame, celebrating his 30+ years in music education and contributions to the community.

Ogden City students create a podcast series on local history, supported by the National Geographic Society, Blue Grass Community Foundation, and mentored by Weber State University.

Provo seeks public input on new dog parks, including location, amenities, and design. An open house is scheduled and online feedback will be available.

Desiree Benally, a student and Miss Utah Navajo at USU Blanding, promotes cultural preservation and aspires to aid the Navajo Nation's justice system.

Harvard scientist and USU alum Willy Lensch will speak at Utah State University's 138th commencement, with real estate leader Kem C. Gardner receiving an honorary doctorate.

The Caine College of the Arts Department of Music will host its annual Aria Competition on Feb. 10, featuring voice majors and judged by Andrew Garland.

The University of Utah named five faculty as 2025-26 Presidential Societal Impact Scholars for their significant academic work engaging with the community.

The University of Utah and Utah Tech University are collaborating to establish a medical campus in St. George to address Utah's primary care provider shortage, especially in rural areas.

The Salt Lake City Police Department honored officers and civilians for their exceptional service and bravery, emphasizing proactive public safety leadership.

Utah State University alumna Sandra McDougall, a retired educator, has made substantial planned gifts to the university, benefiting future students and honoring her late husband Bryan's memory.