Utah Governor Spencer J. Cox and Lieutenant Governor Deidre M. Henderson have a busy week of meetings and public events, focusing on state administration and strategic issues.

K-9 Nova from the Weber County Sheriff's Office died unexpectedly during narcotics detection training, leaving the department and her handler's family in mourning.

USU's Keri Shoemaker presented at the WACUBO conference, using origami to discuss university training challenges and highlighting USU's employee training methods.

John Deeds is appointed to the Utah Tax Commission by Gov. Spencer Cox, taking over from Michael Cragun. Deeds has an extensive background in state and local tax law.

USU and CAPSA hosted a conference to address domestic and sexual violence, drawing over 300 community members to discuss solutions and offer professional training.

Kris Winter was appointed as USU's first senior vice president of undergraduate affairs, bringing extensive experience in student administration from the University of Oregon.

Brian King was elected as chair of Utah's Democratic Party, with Susan Merrill, Brad Dickter, and Catherine Voutaz winning other party positions. The convention also adopted a new platform focused on economic security and inclusiveness.

The University of Utah received a $2 million EPA grant for the brownfield cleanup of a property in Salt Lake City, aiming to revitalize the area in line with the Rio Grande district plan.

Samantha Campbell has been appointed as the interim associate vice president of USU Moab campus, with a history of advancing education and inclusivity.

Utah Governor Spencer Cox established the BUILD Coordinating Council to align state agency strategies and planning to maintain Utah's quality of life.

USU's Heravi Peace Institute contributed to the Diplomacy of the Heart Conference in Uzbekistan, focusing on peace, intercultural dialogue, and education.

Nancy Glomb is retiring from Utah State University after 21 years, leaving a legacy in special education and statewide campus leadership. Her career is marked by dedication to expanding educational access.

USU introduces Spanish-language campus tours, a new initiative supported by student ambassadors and academic staff, to enhance accessibility for prospective students and their families.