by Professor Jennifer Shah—Associate Professor of Environment, Society, & Sustainability When students ask me what it takes to thrive at the University of Utah, I speak from years of teaching, advising, and watching students grow into confident professionals. My own career began with a love of learning that carried me from a PhD in biology […]
Read Moreby Dr. Vincent J. Cheng — Distinguished Professor of English I’ve been a university professor for the past 46 years—the past 26 here at the University of Utah, and nothing gives me more pleasure than teaching. So here are some suggestions about how to approach your college experience—since starting college is both an exciting and […]
Read MoreTAKE YOUR POTENTIAL TO THE SUMMIT by Dr. Ryan Stolley, Research Assistant Professor of Chemistry When I first started college, I was full of doubt-wondering if I was truly “smart enough” to succeed. But throughout my career in education, I learned that success in higher education isn’t about knowing everything right away. It’s about persistence, […]
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