Graduation Application Deadline
College of Humanities
REGISTER: https://registrar.utah.edu/graduation/index.php.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Language & Communication Bldg (LNCO). Contact Name: Karen Marsh. Contact Email: karen.marsh@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Spring 2026 - Deadline to apply for graduation
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Spring 2026 - Tuition payment due
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Spring 2026 Full Term - Last day to add, drop, audit, and elect CR/NC
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, January 16, 2026.
Holiday: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, January 19, 2026.
Job and Internship Searching
College of Humanities
Job & Internship Searching
Wednesday, January 21st 2026 | 3:00 pm - 4:20 pm|John Talmage Building (JTB) Room 120
Join us for an interactive session focused on building confident, effective job and internship search strategies. Students will work in small groups with career coaches to simulate real search scenarios using tools like Handshake, AI platforms, and major job boards. Together, we’ll practice identifying strong opportunities, tailoring searches to your interests, and understanding how employers post and recruit. This hands-on format helps you learn by doing, so you can walk away with clear next steps and a stronger sense of how to navigate today’s hiring landscape.
RSVP: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1871060
Join virtually at: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Talmage Building - James (JTB). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, January 21, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com. Hinckley Institute Internship Opportunities Forum
College of Humanities
Come learn about fantastic internship opportunities from the Hinckley Institute to help you build a career using your humanities degree.
2-3 PM, Thursday, Jan. 22
LNCO 2110
Light snacks provided
Internships or other hands-on experiences are vital for building a career with your humanities degree.
Learn More:
Local Hinckley internship sites, Washington, DC internship sites, Global internship sites, Utah Legislature internships, U Service Corps internships.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Language & Communication Bldg (LNCO). Contact Name: Karen Marsh. Contact Email: karen.marsh@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, January 22, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
For more info visit www.hinckley.utah.edu. Spring 2026 - Census Deadline
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, January 26, 2026.
Cocoa With Coaches
College of Humanities
Cocoa with Coaches
Tuesday, January 27 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm | LNCO Lobby
Come meet Humanities Career Coaches, Dan Moseson, Trevor Bird, and Giovanna Percontino, and enjoy free hot cocoa!
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Language & Communication Bldg (LNCO). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, January 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
The Gordon B. Hinckley Lecture in British Studies - "The Fate of the Foundling, or, being undocumented in Twentieth-century Britain" by Nadja Durbach
College of Humanities
The Fate of the Foundling, or, being undocumented in Twentieth-century Britain
by Nadja Durbach, Professor
Co-Editor, Journal of British Studies
Department of History, College of Humanities
University of Utah
In the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries, the foundling—an abandoned newborn baby found alive whose parentage was unknown—frequently appeared in British debates about motherhood and the family; poverty and the economy; morality, respectability, and sexuality; nation and empire; and the proper relationship between charities and the state. Scholars of British culture, however, have tended to lose interest in the foundling once the 1926 Adoption Act provided a legal means to absorb abandoned children into new families. Yet it was in the twentieth century that the plight of the foundling was magnified and took on new importance precisely because unadopted foundlings, and older abandoned children, were often undocumented. That they had either never been registered at birth, or their records could not be…
Event Categories: Lectures. Campus Locations: Alumni House - Eccles (ALUMNI). Cost: Free. Transportation / Parking: Union Parking Lot. Contact Name: John Boyack. Contact Phone: 801-587-7351. Contact Email: john.boyack@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Thursday, January 29, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM.
For more info visit british-studies.utah.edu. Spring 2026 First half - Last day to withdraw from classes
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, January 30, 2026.
Summer 2026 - Class schedule available
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, February 2, 2026.
Summer 2026 - Registration dates available
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, February 9, 2026.
Interviewing Techniques
College of Humanities
Interviewing Techniques
Wednesday, February 11 | 3:00 - 4:20 PM | JTB 120
This session provides a focused, practical overview of interviewing best practices. Students will learn how to prepare effectively, navigate common and challenging interview questions, and communicate their strengths with clarity and confidence. The workshop also explores strategies for structuring strong responses, adapting to different interview formats, and demonstrating professionalism throughout the process. Participants will leave with actionable tools to improve their interview performance and a clearer understanding of what employers look for during candidate conversations.
RSVP: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1871065
Join virtually at: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Talmage Building - James (JTB). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, February 11, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com. Holiday: Presidents Day
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, February 16, 2026.
Spring 2026 First half - Last day to reverse CR/NC option
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, February 20, 2026.
Spring 2026 First half - Classes end
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, February 24, 2026.
Spring 2026 Second half - Classes begin
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026.
Salary Negotiation
College of Humanities
Salary Negotiation
Wednesday, February 25 | 3:00 - 4:20 PM | JTB 120
This workshop introduces the essential basics of salary negotiation, offering students a clear foundation for understanding how compensation works and how to advocate for themselves professionally. The session will cover how to research salary ranges, communicate your value effectively, and approach negotiation conversations with confidence and professionalism. Content will focus on core principles rather than advanced practice, setting students up with the knowledge they need before applying these skills. Those interested in going further can attend next week’s session (same time, same place on March 4) which will focus on hands-on practice, strategies, and guided negotiation activities.
RSVP: https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1871084.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Talmage Building - James (JTB). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, February 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com. Spring 2026 First half - Grades due
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Sunday, March 1, 2026.
Spring 2026 Second half - Last day to add, drop, audit, and elect CR/NC
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Spring 2026 Second half - Last day to wait list
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Tuesday, March 3, 2026.
Spring 2026 Full Term - Last day to withdraw from classes
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, March 6, 2026.
Spring Break
College of Humanities
No classes, happy spring break!
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Contact Name: Karen Marsh. Contact Email: karen.marsh@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, March 7, 2026 – Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Spring 2026: Spring Break (Mar 7 - Mar 15)
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Saturday, March 7, 2026 – Saturday, March 14, 2026.
Summer 2026 - Registration dates begin
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, March 16, 2026.
Applying to Graduate Schools
College of Humanities
Applying to Graduate Schools
Wednesday, March 25 | 3:00 - 4:20 PM | JTB 120
This workshop offers a comprehensive overview of the graduate school application process, helping students understand key timelines, required materials, and effective preparation strategies. The session will break down elements such as personal statements, letters of recommendation, interviews, and selecting programs that align with academic and professional goals. Students will gain clarity on how to plan ahead, strengthen their materials, and navigate the application cycle with confidence. The session also provides space to explore different pathways and consider what type of graduate program best supports their future direction.
RSVP at https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1871090
Join virtually at: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Talmage Building - James (JTB). Alternate Location: 120. Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, March 25, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com. Spring 2026 Second half - Last day to withdraw from classes
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Friday, March 27, 2026.
Summer 2026 - Open enrollment
Academic Deadlines
Event Categories: Academic & Holiday. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Monday, April 6, 2026.
You're Graduating! Now What?
College of Humanities
You're Graduating! Now What?
Wednesday, April 8 | 3:00 - 4:20 PM | JTB 120
This workshop supports soon-to-be graduates as they explore the many possibilities that come after completing their degree. The session introduces a range of post-grad options, from entering the job market to considering gap-year opportunities, fellowships, service programs, or continued education. Students will learn how to assess their interests, identify practical next steps, and build momentum during the transition from college to career. The workshop also highlights strategies for setting short-term goals, staying organized, and making informed decisions that align with long-term aspirations.
RSVP at https://utah.joinhandshake.com/edu/events/1871101
Join virtually at: https://utah.zoom.us/j/94263501015.
Event Categories: Community Engagement. Campus Locations: Talmage Building - James (JTB). Contact Name: Cameron Vakilian. Contact Email: cameron.vakilian@utah.edu. Campus Wide Event: Yes.
Wednesday, April 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:20 PM.
For more info visit utah.joinhandshake.com.