Student News

The College of Humanities and Department of Communication are pleased to announce a new endowed scholarship in memory of University of Utah student Maggie Anne Bringhurst.

“I’m from a small farming town in central Missouri, along the river bottoms of the Missouri River. Growing up queer and neurodivergent in a conservative Christian household, I was rather lonely and turned to reading and writing."

Over the past three years, internship participation has increased each year among College of Humanities students, with notable growth in paid positions.

Amy Gao (she/her) is a first-year student, double majoring in Psychology and English. Learn why she loves being part of the debate team.

Learn about Lea's experience has a transfer student at the University of Utah.

This semester, the College of Humanities hosted three dynamic employer meet-and-greet sessions in the Jewel Box of the Carolyn Tanner Irish Humanities Building plus a series of career workshops.

Learn how being a Humanities Ambassador has impacted Maxine's time at the University of Utah.

Learn about Ashlyn's internship with the Women of the World.

Learn how being a Humanities ambassador has impacted Kellen Hullinger's time at the University of Utah.

Learn how being a Humanities Ambassador has impacted Lillian's time at the University of Utah.

Learn about Daphne's internship with Ban Law Office.

Learn about Daniela's internship with Delta Airlines.

Learn how being a Humanities Ambassador impacted Pamalatera's time at the University of Utah.

Learn about Alyssa's internship with the Utah Schools for the Deaf and the Blind.

Katherine Gibbel reviews Lindsey Webb’s “Plat.” in the LA Book Reviewer

The John R. Park Debate Society is pleased to host the English Speaking Union’s British National Debate Team this November.

Learn how being a Humanities ambassador impacted Marylinda Gonzalez's time at the University of Utah.

Learn how being a Humanities Ambassador has impacted Kira Kammerer's time at the University of Utah.

“Three keywords that best describe my college life are: passion, challenge, and confidence. I learned to challenge myself confidently in various tasks during my college life. At first, I feared taking risks, but I decided to face any challenge, no matter the outcome. As a result, I gained more confidence and discovered my passion for learning new things.”

Learn how being a Humanities Ambassador has impacted Vanessa Patzner's time at the University of Utah.

“I like Salt Lake City because it’s given me more room to explore, learn new things, and get involved in both city and mountain life. In my hometown, it’s really the same group of people. You don’t get to try out new things with new people. I enjoy the diversity here and the opportunities to make new friends

JRP Debate Society's high school outreach is off to an impressive start in 2024, with Beehive Bonanza drawing over 600 high school participants from high schools in five states.

At the 10th anniversary of the Utah Asia Campus, we reflect on the growth and change and what it means for Humanities students.

Nathan Le is a Communication major at the University of Utah. This fall semester (2024), he received a for-credit, paid internship with Intermountain Health.

The Department of Communication was recently able to speak to a student from the Utah Asia Campus Strategic Communication Master's Program. Heather Anne Meyer is part of the inaugural cohort of seven master's students studying communication in Incheon, Korea.

With Graduates from The Other Side Academy & Amplify Utah. By students Crystal Fraughton and Eseudel Jang, and TOSA graduate Diego Cortez, who now manages TOSA Moving & Stories, with production help from RadioACTive's Connor Estes

Humanities Day is October 26, 2024, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., when high school students from across Utah will be able to choose from a variety of faculty presentations and learn more about what life is like in the College of Humanities at the University of Utah.

“One of the most meaningful experiences I had during my time at the University of Utah Asia Campus was producing independent films with my friends on campus. We called ourselves ‘Pocket Production,’ meaning we created independent films with a small budget from our pockets. The experience taught me how to work well with a team and apply what I learned in the classroom to the real world."

I really wanted to get more involved with the campus community and thought that becoming an ambassador would be an amazing opportunity to do so.

With Graduates from The Other Side Academy & Amplify Utah   By students Jae Bin Francis Shim and Jordyn Bates, and TOSA graduate Tiffany Blair, who is now a coach at The Other Side Village.

I'm a History major with a minor in Asian Studies, and I'm getting a certificate in International Relations. I've always been drawn to history but enrolled initially as a political science major.

Our Hands Hold Violence by Kieron Walquist. Chosen by Brenda Hillman for Beacon Press

Learn about Marissa's internship with Friends of the Children.

By students Katie Bennett and Malcolm Swope, and TOSA graduate Clay Josewski, who now helps manage the academy.

The Graduate Research Fellowship (GRF) offers full-time graduate students the opportunity to dedicate an academic year to their research or projects. The fellowship provides financial support, allowing fellows to focus exclusively on their work. Proposals are reviewed and awardees are selected by a committee of University of Utah faculty members active in research and/or creative work from across the campus. 

“My family came to Utah as refugees from the Democratic Republic of the Congo. When you are a refugee and move to a new country, your community provides critical support as you work to build a better life for yourself.   Growing up as a person of color and immigrant in Utah, I experienced a lot of things that I wanted to change. These experiences encouraged me to pursue a career in public service to help my community and make the world better for people like me."

Ph.D. student Eunjin Lee’s article “English Listeners’ Perception of Korean Laryngeal Contrasts Among Word-Initial Stops” was published in the 14th Pronunciation in Second Language Learning and Teaching proceedings.

With Graduates from The Other Side Academy & Amplify Utah   By student journalists Thatcher Patterson and Isaac Dunaway, and TOSA graduate Robbie Myrick, who also manages The Other Side Village's Prep School.

“I am originally from Gallup, New Mexico. I was raised about an hour away from Gallup in Crown Point, New Mexico. It’s a very rural area on the Navajo Reservation. Because I grew up in a rural community, there were not many opportunities for me to learn more about my culture and the things that mean the most to me, especially in school. It was difficult for me to go to school and always feel like I was different and didn’t have a place, even though it was my home."

Cameron Curran is a strategic communication major at the University of Utah. He’s found a fall/spring internship with Utah Hockey at the University of Utah. Cameron is passionate about photography and hockey, and this internship will allow him to showcase and grow his skills.

Muskan Walia didn’t intend to become a student leader when she started attending the University of Utah in 2020; she just really didn’t want to pay for printing. Now, she’s the 2024-25 student member of the Utah System of Higher Education Board. 

Twice per year, the Office for Undergraduate Research (OUR) at the University of Utah publishes a collection of undergraduate research from across campus. Humanities Students contribute their work and showcase the research happening across our college.

The Department of Communication is thrilled to announce seven new students joining the Utah Asia Campus to pursue their Masters Degrees.

With Graduates from The Other Side Academy & Amplify Utah.  By student journalists Zach Robinson, Nathalia Montoya, and Sofia Kelson, and TOSA graduate Tori Randall, who now helps manage the academy.

Humanities students had a busy summer, including presenting research, learning abroad and completing internships - here’s a glimpse into the incredible work they’ve been doing.

The Department of Communication is thrilled to announce seven new students joining our program to pursue their Masters Degree or PhD. Please extend them a warm welcome!

The Humanities Scholars program at the University of Utah offers a one of a kind first-year experience designed to enhance students’ academic journey. Undergraduates are immersed in a vibrant learning environment where students, faculty, and staff connect through shared interests, academic research, and community engagement.

Learn about Katie's internship.

Learn about our 12 nominated Outstanding Seniors and read their advice to students.

Hear from Tara about her experience with internships.

The College of Humanities’ John R. Park Debate Society, housed in the Department of Communication, began the month by hosting the Beehive Forensics Institute (BFI).

Adam Cook, a rising senior and a World Languages & Cultures and International Studies double major, is a true polyglot. He is studying Russian, Spanish, Italian and Arabic at an advanced level, and is also starting Portuguese courses this fall.

The Department of Communication is thrilled to announce that Graduate Student Kinny Torre has been awarded the Waterhouse Family Institute (WFI) grant for his research on how CHamorus, the Indigenous people of Guåhan (Guam), are advancing their sovereignty on their island and abroad.

“I started diving when I was seven. I joined Sweden’s national team at a very young age and that experience helped me connect with people from around the world. I made friends from other countries, and I looked forward to competitions and the opportunities it gave me to connect with those friends."

As the sporting world turns its attention to the 2024 Summer Olympics, the University of Utah is proud to announce that several alumni and one current student will be competing on the global stage.

Learn how being a Humanities Scholar impacted Lucy Christensen's first year at the University of Utah.

Looking back on the Spring 2024 semester, it’s easy to celebrate the remarkable achievements of this year’s Humanities Scholars and the opportunities the program provides.

“I had many family members who went to the U and growing up, I was always intrigued by what they would tell me about the school’s programs. I was drawn to the outdoor community at the U, as well as the university’s culture.

Learn how being a Humanities Scholar impacted Beverly Cheung's first year at the University of Utah.

Learn how being a Humanities Scholar impacted Vanessa Patzner's first year at the University of Utah.

There are so many cool classes at the U. The classes I’ve taken have taught me so much and really helped me become a better person. I am so glad I chose to major in writing and rhetoric...

I am a junior studying international relations and environmental studies. I actually started out as a geology major, but I found environmental studies is a better fit for the things that I want to do.

Meet the University of Utah, College of Humanities student speaker, outstanding senior, and humanities excellence awardees.