The Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Alumni Association welcomes all alumni, former residents, and the faculty back for Alumni Weekend on September 20-23, 2023. Take a few days to reconnect with classmates as we share the research, education, and rapid evolution of the Health Sciences campus. Learn about programs, projects, and engagements that are positively impacting our communities locally and contributing internationally to the areas of medicine, research science, industry innovation, and outreach.
Good news! The registration has been extended to September 8, 2023.

2023 Alumni Weekend Schedule:
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
SUNDWALL PUBLIC HEALTH LECTURE
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine David N. Sundwall Lectureship Public Health and Department of Family & Preventive Medicine (DFPM) - A Shot in the Arm of Public Health: The Potential of Academic Health Science Partnerships to Improve Community Wellbeing and Health Equity.
The David N. Sundwall Lectureship invites public health policy leaders to discuss and share their experiences in public health. The lecture series was established to recognize the contributions that Dr. Sundwall, Professor Emeritus, Division of Public Health, and his recognition has made in the field of public health.
Lecturer: Alonzo Plough, PhD, MPH, MA, Chief Science Officer and Vice President of Robert Wood Johnson Foundation.
When: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. | Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Where: The Thomas S. Monson Center, Ivory Ballroom. 411 E S Temple St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: Free
Registration: Please register here
Thursday, September 21, 2023
MAXWELL WINTROBE LECTURE AND LUNCHEON IN INTERNAL MEDICINE
The 21st Annual Dr. and Mrs. Maxwell M. Wintrobe Endowed Lectureship
Dr. Wintrobe is widely recognized as the "founder" of modern hematology—the study of blood and its disorders. His critically acclaimed textbook, "Clinical Hematology," published in 1942, filled a significant void and served as the "bible" of hematology for over 50 years. The annual Wintrobe Endowed Lectureship will be a presentation on Clonal Expansion of Blood Stem Cells in Aging and Leukemia, featuring Dr. Leonard I. Zon.
When: 12:00 p.m. | Thursday, September 21, 2023
Where: Huntsman Cancer Institute, Eccles Auditorium (Level 6) Building Map. 2000 Circle of Hope Drive, Salt Lake City, UT 84112
Cost: Free
Lunch provided
Registration: Please register here
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Distinguished Awards & Half-Century Society Celebration
The annual Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Alumni Awards and Half-Century Society Celebration brings together alumni, faculty, and medical departments to recognize and celebrate the achievements of The University of Utah School of Medicine alumni and colleagues. Hosted by Dr. Sarah Lamb, Vice Dean of Medical Education at the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, and Ron Larkin, MD'75, President of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine Alumni Association. During the ceremony, the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine celebrates the 50th-anniversary class for their medical career contributions, inducting them in the Half-Century Society. The school also will recognize the recipients of the Distinguished Alumni, Service, and Humanitarian awards and the Golden Anniversary Prize for Clinical Investigation award.
When: 6:00 p.m. Reception | 7:00 p.m. Dinner | Thursday, September 21, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: $100 per person; $1,000 table of 10
NO COST FOR CLASS OF 1973 GRADUATES PLUS ONE GUEST. REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED. For questions, please contact Maria Lara, Associate Director for Alumni and Constituent Relations at maria.lara@utah.edu
Registration: Please register here
Friday, September 22, 2023
State of the School Address
Hear from Michael Good, MD, CEO of the University of Utah Health, the Executive Dean of the University of Utah School of Medicine, the Senior Vice President of Health about the state of the school, building progress of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine, and the expansion of the health sciences campus. Participate in a virtual reality presentation as Catherine B. Soehner, MLS, BSN, Associate Dean for Research and Director, offers insights into the new methods of teaching and research within the Eccles Health Science Library and the expansion of services to learners and researchers.
Mission-Driven MD Program
To realize the Exceptional Learning Experience, the Mission-Driven MD Program is refreshing and unifying the medical education program. Students learn best in an environment that suits them and the learning objectives. Now in the implementation phase, join medical students and faculty as they present recent progress in the education of medical learners.
When: 8:30 a.m. | Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Breakfast will be provided
Cost: Free
Registration: Please register here
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine 50-Year Class Reunion Dinner
Graduates of the 1973 class of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah connect with classmates at a relaxed social hour and private class dinner.
When: 6:00 p.m. Reception | 7:00 p.m. Dinner | Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: John A. Moran Eye Center 65 Mario Capecchi Drive Salt Lake City, UT 84132
Cost: $100 per person
Registration: Please register here
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine 25-Year Class Reunion Dinner
Graduates of the 1998 class of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah connect with classmates at a relaxed social hour and private class dinner.
When: 6:00 p.m. Reception | 7:00 p.m. Dinner | Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: $100 per person
Registration: Please register here
Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine 30-Year Class Reunion Dinner
Graduates of the 1993 class of the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine at the University of Utah connect with classmates at a relaxed social hour and private class dinner.
When: 6:00 p.m. Reception | 7:00 p.m. Dinner | Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: $100 per person
Registration: Please register here
50th Anniversary of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine
Faculty, colleagues and family celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Department of Family and Preventive Medicine at a private reception and dinner.
When: 6:00 p.m. Reception | 6:30 p.m. Dinner | Friday, September 22, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: $50 per person
Registration: Please register here
Saturday, September 23, 2023
CompHealth Clinical Community Faculty Awards
Community Faculty, awardees, and partner organizations gather to recognize the valuable contributions of the 2023 CompHealth Clinical Community Faculty awardees and learn more about the collaborative project between the Spencer Fox Eccles School of Medicine and partner organizations. The CompHealth Clinical Community Faculty Award recognizes two outstanding community faculty for their commitment to education.
When: 11:30 a.m. | Saturday, September 23, 2023
Where: The Grand America Hotel. 555 Main St, Salt Lake City, UT 84111
Cost: Free
Lunch will be provided
Registration: Please register here
U Alumni and U of U Health Homecoming Tailgate
There’s no better way to get ready for the Homecoming football game against the UCLA Bruins than with food, drinks, fun, and lots of U alumni and fans! We have everything you need for the best game-day experience.
When: 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. Time subject to change, event is 2.5 hours before kickoff | Saturday, September 23, 2023
Where: Tailgate Island, Northeast Corner of 500 South Guardsman Way
Cost: $35 per person
Lunch included with cost
Registration: Please register here
To view the entire list of U Alumni Homecoming 2023 events, please visit U Homecoming 2023.
Questions about Alumni Weekend? Contact our alumni relations team at somalumni@hsc.utah.edu.
Contact Us
School of Medicine Alumni Association
801-859-4632
Email: somalumni@hsc.utah.edu
Reunion Weekend Sponsors
Pending