Higher Education Attainment Spoke of A Bolder Way Forward

Thank you for supporting this work. To stay informed about what’s ahead, including future updates and events, follow .

Students from all higher education institutions are encouraged to apply. Send this to a student who may be interested!

Send this scholarship to single parents attending the U of U!

Interested in STEM? The Northern Utah Stem Expo is free and one week from today!

We are partnering with the Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) to do a comprehensive study for the state of Utah related to the A Bolder Way Forward areas of focus. We encourage you to participate. See the details below from the ULWP:

The Utah Women & Leadership Project (UWLP) is conducting a statewide study to explore more deeply Utahns’ understanding, awareness, attitudes, concerns, and perceptions around challenges that women and girls face. We welcome all individuals living in the state age 18 or older to participate. The survey will take 10-20 minutes to complete. Dr. Susan Madsen is the primary researcher for this study. If you have questions or concerns, you can contact her at [email protected] (USU IRB 15264). You can participate by visiting this webpage:
https://usu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_d52a11WlepTEAwC

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Our partners at the Live Your Dream Foundation are providing a scholarship opportunity for single mothers in Utah. Lets get the word out! Application deadline is Nov. 1st!

In October and early November, high schools throughout Utah are hosting events helping students with college preparation, application completion, and FAFSA. Reach out to your local high school to find out the date and time of your local event.

An article with more information about Utah College Application Week can be found here: https://www.ksl.com/article/51382499/dedicated-week-offers-utah-high-school-students-time-resources-to-apply-for-college

The dates and times of some events can be found here:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/10TioWFkCkpZQbgFp1yhWnPxSGxcPvejuzV10cqQWG34/edit?usp=sharing

Please forward this to high school students and parents who are thinking about college!

Take a look at this Deseret News opinion by one of our Spoke Co-Leads Eric Dahlin!

Opinion: Nontraditional students can transform the ‘demographic cliff’ into economic advantage The dropping U.S. birth rate will soon have a negative effect on university enrollment. Here's how Utah schools can address the problem.