Hello!
Congratulations on your admission to the University of Utah! I’m excited you’re considering joining our incredible community and want to welcome you to The Nest! Inside you’ll find stories of students, campus organizations, and opportunities here at the U that will give you a taste of what your life here could look like.
But first, let me introduce myself: My name is Jack O’Leary, I’m the ASUU Student Body President and an out-of-state student who now calls Utah home. After four years of spirited football games, stunning mountain views, inspiring classes, and an energized student body, I can confidently say that The University of Utah has changed my life. The U has provided me with incredible community, academics, and support throughout my time as a student, ensuring that I am set up to not only succeed once I graduate this spring, but thrive.
Aside from my position in student government, you can find me involved in philanthropy efforts with the Sigma Chi Fraternity, or at the David Eccles School of Business working with Ivory Innovations, a nonprofit focused on solving the housing affordability crisis. When I want to take a break from work, you might find me on the slopes on one of six ski resorts within an hour’s drive of campus, hiking along the Wasatch Front, or enjoying downtown SLC which is only a 20-minute light rail ride from campus.
Something I’ve found to be incredibly special at the U is the campus culture’s focus on helping students to thrive at every level. From academic to social to professional engagement and development opportunities, there’s options for everyone to be part of the larger community, and to find their path to success.
My number-one piece of advice to you, as a newly admitted U student, is to get involved on campus. Join one of our 600+ student clubs, participate in ground-breaking research, serve on student government – whatever you choose to do, take advantage of the tons of opportunities that the U offers. When you get involved, you learn beyond the classroom, meet interesting people, grow your network of friends and mentors, and get the most out of your college experience.
When you get involved, you learn beyond the classroom, meet interesting people, grow your network of friends and mentors, and get the most out of your college experience.
I hope you enjoy diving into this issue of our admitted student magazine. The stories shared inside are great examples of things that make the U a special place to live and learn. From campus clubs to study abroad to sustainability, there’s tons to read about. Maybe you’ll even see your own interests reflected here or begin to envision what your unique U story could be. So enjoy The Nest, and go Utah!
Jack O’Leary, ASUU Student Body President
Swoop into The Nest
A Nest. A place to feel comfortable and secure. A place to call home. That is the University of Utah. Here you will spread your wings and explore potential you never thought possible. You will discover more about yourself and the world around you. You will become a part of a community as unique as the surrounding landscape. And long after you graduate, you will always have a place to fly back to.
