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WEST Speaker Series
Environment, Society & Sustainability (ESS)
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM.
Careers in Publishing
Humanities Career Paths
Careers in Publishing Workshop - Industry Panel & Networking
Curious about a career in publishing? Join industry professionals as they share their career journeys, insights into the publishing world, and advice for breaking into the field with a humanities background. Hear about career paths, transferable skills, industry trends, and opportunities in publishing, then ask your own questions during a student Q&A. Stay afterward for optional networking with the panelists.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Language & Communication Bldg (LNCO). Contact Name: Natalie Montoya. Contact Email: natalie.montoya@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com. Resumes, CV, and Professional Portfolios | Career Workshop Series
Create polished, professional materials that showcase your experience, skills, and accomplishments. This workshop will break down the differences between resumes, CVs, and professional portfolios, when to use each, and how to tailor your materials to effectively present yourself to employers, graduate programs, and other professional opportunities.
Handshake signup.
Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. Neuroscience Information Session
Students pursuing a Bachelor's of Neuroscience have the opportunity to participate in the Science Research Initiative (SRI), a nationally recognized program that provides early, immersive research experiences. Through SRI, students will have opportunities to join research labs, working alongside faculty and peers to investigate questions related to brain function, behavior, and health using modern experimental and analytical approaches.
Students can emphasize biological or psychological approaches to neuroscience while maintaining a strong interdisciplinary core, and are encouraged to work closely with advisors to prepare for medical school, graduate study, and careers in research, healthcare, and emerging technologies such as AI and neurotechnology.
Fill out this form if you're interested in the Neuroscience major.
Neuroscience Information Session Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/81836509244. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
For more info visit psych.utah.edu. Anthropology Colloquium - Jill Pruetz, Ph.D.
Anthropology
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 2:15 PM – 4:15 PM.
Economics CAKE Talk Seminar: David Molitor
Economics
Associate Professor of Finance from the University of Illinois, David Molitor, will visit the University and deliver his lecture during this Economics CAKE Talk Seminar. Pizza and drinks will be provided. Some of Professor Molitor's research interests include health, environmental, and public economics.
Event Categories: Conferences. Lectures. Seminars. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 1:30 PM – 2:45 PM.
Owning Your Professional Skills | Career Workshop Series
Recognize, articulate, and confidently own the professional skills you bring to the table. Led by the Goff Institute, this interactive workshop will help you identify the skills you’ve developed through your academic, work, and life experiences and learn how to communicate them effectively to employers. You’ll also learn about internship and practicum opportunities through the Goff Institute and hear directly from students who have completed Goff programs about their experiences and how those opportunities gave them an advantage.
Handshake signup.
Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015. Ticket URL: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1980939. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. Neuroscience Information Session
Students pursuing a Bachelor's of Neuroscience have the opportunity to participate in the Science Research Initiative (SRI), a nationally recognized program that provides early, immersive research experiences. Through SRI, students will have opportunities to join research labs, working alongside faculty and peers to investigate questions related to brain function, behavior, and health using modern experimental and analytical approaches.
Students can emphasize biological or psychological approaches to neuroscience while maintaining a strong interdisciplinary core, and are encouraged to work closely with advisors to prepare for medical school, graduate study, and careers in research, healthcare, and emerging technologies such as AI and neurotechnology.
Fill out this form if you're interested in the Neuroscience major.
Neuroscience Information Session Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/84772742442. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
For more info visit psych.utah.edu. How Did Housing Get So Expensive — and What Solutions Would Actually Work?
Why has housing become so expensive, and which policies would actually improve affordability? Join our panel of expert economists for an accessible discussion of what has driven rising housing costs, what determines whether new housing gets built, and which local, state, and federal solutions are most likely to work.
Panelists
Adam Looney, Marriner S. Eccles Institute
Andra Ghent, Ivory Boyer Institute
Elena Patel, Brookings Institute
Moderator: Scott Schaefer, Department of Economics.
Campus Locations: Garff Executive Education Building - Robert H. and Katharine B. (GARFF). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 1:15 PM – 2:30 PM.
Gender & Social Expectations | Fall 2026 Brave Conversations
What expectations about gender are there in your family, in your culture, on our campus, in your major, in your religion, in our country? Share a meal with people with diverse backgrounds and beliefs to listen, learn, and discuss.
Campus Connect RSVP Link:
https://cglink.me/2zF/r384720
Co-Sponsor: Center for Campus Wellness.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit cglink.me. Job Searching and Networking | Career Workshop Series
Take a more proactive approach to your job search by using networking, outreach, and professional connections to uncover opportunities and get your foot in the door. Through live, real-time simulations, we’ll walk through examples of students searching for opportunities in the humanities, social sciences, and sciences, demonstrating how to identify potential employers, find the right people to connect with, and reach out effectively. You’ll leave with practical strategies you can immediately put to work in your own job or internship search.
Handshake signup.
Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015. Ticket URL: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1980943. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. Leigh Lecture Series-Jennifer Raff
Anthropology
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 2:15 AM – 4:15 AM.
2026 Neal A. Maxwell Lecture in Political Theory and Contemporary Politics
Political Science
Professor Char Miller of George Mason University will deliver the 2026 Neal A. Maxwell Lecture in Political Theory and Contemporary Politics entitled "The Nation-State as Casino.".
Event Categories: Lectures. Public Event. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Contact Name: Steven Johnston. Contact Email: steven.johnston@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
For more info visit poli-sci.utah.edu. Can America Keep Its Promises? Social Security and the Math Washington Avoids
The United States faces significant fiscal challenges driven by demographic changes, rising federal expenditures, and long-term budget pressures. This forum will examine the future of Social Security, federal spending priorities, and the policy tradeoffs economists believe policymakers must confront in the years ahead.
Panelists
Adam Looney, Marriner S. Eccles Institute
Elena Patel, Brookings Institute
Moderator: Scott Schaefer, Department of Economics
Register with the link.
Campus Locations: Virtual. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
For more info visit eccles.utah.edu. Careers in Criminology
More info coming soon!
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
How Do We Feel About Politics? | Fall 2026 Brave Conversations
Something both Democrats and Republicans agree on: We have a shared responsibility to engage with people whose backgrounds and viewpoints are different from our own.
Come share a meal and a structured conversation about politics, where the goal is to understand one another better and to learn from each other—not to change one anyone’s minds.
Campus Connect RSVP Link:
https://cglink.me/2zF/r384721
Co-Sponsor: The Hinckley Institute.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit cglink.me. What the Great Salt Lake Means to Us | Fall 2026 Brave Conversations
A conversation about how the Lake affects Utah, and how it affects our future together. You don’t need to be a Great Salt Lake expert—come share a meal with people of all viewpoints and discuss the past, present, and future of the Lake.
Campus Connect RSVP Link &:
https://cglink.me/2zF/r384722
Co-Sponsor: COMM 5150.
Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM.
For more info visit cglink.me. The Power of Internships | Career Workshop Series
The Power of Internships Wednesday, November 18 | 3:00 - 4:20 PM |GC 2575/Virtual
Discover the many ways an internship can become part of your college experience and help prepare you for what comes next. This workshop will explore different types of internships and experiential opportunities, where to find them, how to successfully secure one, and why they matter for your future career. You’ll also learn about funding opportunities and university resources that can help make internships more accessible, along with practical tips for finding an experience that aligns with your interests and goals.
Handshake signup.
Zoom link.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Virtual. Alternate Location: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015. Ticket URL: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1980954. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.zoom.us. Thanksgiving
University Observed Holidays
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, November 26, 2026.
Day After Thanksgiving
University Observed Holidays
Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, November 27, 2026.
Program/Project Management Networking Panel
More info coming soon!
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Gardner Commons - Carolyn and Kem (GC). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.