U of U Health Evolutionary Geneticist Named HHMI Investigator
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Office of Student Affairs
We understand that medical school can be an incredibly rewarding and transformative experience that also has its challenges. Here at Student Affairs, we work closely with students to ensure they feel supported and successful during their time at the School of Medicine. Our office includes professional and academic advising, financial aid & scholarships, registrar, academic success, global health, events, and wellness with the same mission statement: to facilitate the personal and professional development of medical students through accessibility, professionalism, collaboration, and inclusivity.
Whether it is your first day of medical school, or preparing residency paperwork after Match, Student Affairs will be here to help. We encourage you to take a moment to explore our website to see the different opportunities Student Affairs can support you as a medical student. If you have any questions about our office, please feel free to contact us at studentaffairs@hsc.utah.edu.
The Office of Student Affairs also oversees school-sponsored events, such as:
Recent Stories
U of U Health Research Funding Reaches New High
More than 70% of the U’s research funding comes from U of U Health, which has grown continuously for eight years running, reaching $428 million in FY21. ... Read More
Utah Awarded Center of Excellence for Total Worker Health
The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) has awarded U of U Health funding to establish a new Utah-based Center of Excellence for Total Worker Health® as part of its national initiative to improve workplace wellness and safety through innovative collaborative work. ... Read More
Family and Preventive Medicine
Early-Stage Drug Candidate Diminishes Deficits in Parkinson’s Disease
U of U Health scientists have identified a molecule that slows cells’ production of alpha-synuclein, a protein that forms toxic aggregates in the brains of people with Parkinson’s disease. ... Read More
Neurology
First-of-its-Kind Translational Research Building for Mental Health Receives Full Funding
Yesterday, during a meeting of the Executive Appropriations Committee of the Utah State Legislature, lawmakers unanimously approved $90 million in funding for the Utah Translational Research Building at the University of Utah Huntsman Mental Health Institute. ... Read More
Statement on Industrial Accident at University of Utah Hospital
Shortly after 11am this morning, a tragic accident occurred on the west side loading dock of University of Utah Hospital, just north of the School of Medicine. The incident took place externally from the building when an MRI fell while being relocated from the 4th floor to the 1st floor of the hospital. ... Read More
