There were times during college when simply getting through an exam took everything Ishita Juluru (HBS ʼ26) had. Long before arriving at the University of Utah, testing proved to be a difficult undertaking. She took the SAT five times in high school, sometimes becoming physically ill from the stress. As a college student, she pursued a demanding degree in computer science while managing the complexities of her mental health.

“Pharmacy school has been one of the most challenging journeys of my life—and one of the best decisions I ever made,” said Java Kalati, a fourth-year PharmD student at the University of Utah College of Pharmacy and a recipient of an Educational Resource Development Council (ERDC) scholarship. Kalati, born in Iran, is a mother of two whose path to pharmacy school has been anything but a straight line.

Parker Hicks, a second-year medical student, was just 12 years old when he first understood what medicine could do. His older sister, then 14, was diagnosed with leukemia, and he watched as she was treated—and eventually cured—at Intermountain Health Primary Children’s Hospital, the main pediatric teaching and training facility for University of Utah Health.

Adam Rose, BA ʼ70, graduated from the University of Utah with a degree in economics. By Audrey Maynard Adam Rose as young child. Adam Rose, BA ʼ70, began his story in a place defined both by unimaginable loss and abundant hope. Born in 1948 in the Bergen-Belsen Displaced Persons Camp, Rose spent his earliest years a mere mile away from one of the most notorious concentration camps of World War II. His parents, Isaac and Eugenia Rose, were among the few members of their families to survive the Holocaust, enduring ghettos, forced labor, and five concentration camps before reuniting at…

The Charlie Monfort Field at America First Ballpark is a state-of-the-art facility that combines elite training spaces with year-round playability. By Audrey Maynard Cody Guymon, BS ʼ11, PMBA ʼ14, joined the University of Utah baseball team in 2006. When Cody Guymon, BS ʼ11, PMBA ʼ14, walked on to the University of Utah baseball team in 2006, he had a strong sense he was part of something bigger than himself. The sophomore catcher had recently transferred from St. Mary’s College of California, a small private institution, and he immediately took advantage of all that life at a large university had to…

From her earliest years, Hannah Teo, HBS ’26, HBA ’26, has been drawn to a life of service. Before enrolling at the University of Utah, she worked directly with organizations in her hometown of Ogden, helping members of her community access essential resources. These formative experiences deepened Teo's sense of purpose and shaped her academic interests as a student at the U.

When Joseph “Joe” Veltri, BPharm ʼ71, PharmD ʼ77, stood before colleagues and students to receive the Lawrence C. and Delores M. Weaver College of Pharmacy Recognition Award in March, the honor represented far more than a distinguished career. It was the culmination of nearly six decades of connection to the University of Utah—as a student, educator, mentor, and benefactor. For Joe and his wife, Liz Veltri, the moment signified something foundational: a lifetime shaped by perseverance, partnership, and the belief that education transforms lives.

When Noah Wagstaff was born in May 2022, there was nothing to suggest anything was wrong. His mother, Claire, experienced a normal pregnancy and delivery, just as she had with her four previous births. But when Noah failed to regain his birth weight at his one-week checkup, Claire had a nagging feeling that something was off.

Sebastian Morales conducts research as part of the PathMakers Scholars Program at Huntsman Cancer Institute. By Audrey Maynard Sebastian Morales’s passion for biomedical engineering is rooted in something deeply personal: a desire to help people live longer, healthier lives. When he was a child, Morales’s grandmother was diagnosed with cancer. She was treated and survived, but his aunt—who was later diagnosed with the same form of cancer—unfortunately did not. “This loss affected my family profoundly, and it was through these experiences that my love for science and medicine began,” Morales says. When Morales was ten, his family immigrated to the…

Through mentorship, preceptors help students gain the skills and confidence to become capable, compassionate providers At the University of Utah College of Nursing (CON), education is more than classroom learning. Students at the CON benefit not only from a strong theoretical foundation but also from direct clinical experiences guided by skilled preceptors—experienced practitioners who help students apply classroom knowledge to real- world patient care. Read more

How competency-based education and problem-based learning are transforming nursing education Health care is constantly evolving, and the University of Utah College of Nursing (CON) is staying ahead of the curve. Read more

From Isolation to Innovation, Echo Warner’s Research Is Building Bridges for Rural Caregivers When Echo Warner’s uncle lost his hand in a farming accident on their rural mountainside home, the nearest hospital lacked the resources to reattach it. They sent him on the three-hour drive to Salt Lake, but by the time he arrived, it was too late. Read more

How nurse researchers connect life circumstances with clinical care to improve patient outcomes What would it take to connect a person’s real- life challenges—like housing, food, or transportation— with the health care they receive? Could it improve patient outcomes? Read more

Linda’s life in Evanston, Wyoming was exactly what she wanted: a slower pace in a small town where she and her husband could raise their three boys. They moved to Evanston more than 30 years ago and never wanted to leave. After she retired early at age 58, she found plenty of time to enjoy her small town, her garden, and six of her eight grandchildren who live nearby. But that small-town charm could have been dangerous for Linda late last year when, at just 64 years old, she had a stroke. Her husband was out walking the dog, and…

Stacey Hunter is a self-described “busy body.” As a mother of six children ranging in age from 29–11 years old—including one with special needs—she’s always on the go. So last year, when she started feeling tired, she wasn’t exactly surprised. However, the fatigue was relentless and made it difficult for her to get through the day. Her normal routine of waking up early, working as a stylist at her in-home salon, taking care of the family, cleaning the house, and exercising was becoming increasingly challenging. Even with some extra naps and longer nights of sleep, she was always exhausted. “Several…

State's flagship to move away from "research for research's sake" and partner more with industry to get innovations into the marketplace.

A new documentary film produced by University of Utah Health tells the story of Jenna Murray, an Eastern Shoshone, and her journey to empowerment and reconnection with her roots.

Six-Time World Champion Bareback Rider Kaycee Feild discusses the importance of managing your mental wellbeing and how he lives “8 seconds at a time”. Love, Your Mind is a collaboration between the Huntsman Mental Health Institute and The Ad Council.