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How U students gain experience beyond the classroom

University of Utah students describe how jobs, research, internships and volunteering outside the classroom shaped their education and career goals.
By Meadow Stewart, News Writer | March 11, 2026

This article originally appeared in the Resolutions print issue, in stands February 2026. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. For many students, arriving at the University...

The Bennion Center in the A. Ray Olpin Student Union Feb. 6, 2017. (Courtesy of The Daily Utah Chronicle archives)

Learning outside the box

Offering a wide selection of unconventional courses, University of Utah helps students merge academics with community impact through hands-on, service-based learning.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | November 29, 2025

This article originally appeared in the Off-Script print issue, in stands November 2025. It has not been updated and some information may be out of date. At the University of Utah, some of the most...

The Bennion Center located in the A. Ray Olpin Union in Salt Lake City on Nov. 14, 2025. (Photo by Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

U students volunteer at the Tracy Aviary

The Bennion Center's Saturday Service Project brought together volunteers to help maintain the Tracy Aviary's nature center at Pia Okwai.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | November 23, 2025

  On Nov. 8 the Bennion Center hosted this fall's Saturday Service Project, called Fall into Service.  The event was in partnership with the Tracy Aviary and brought volunteers to help with planting...

U instructor Matt DeLong discusses firearm safety with participants on Sept. 2 in the Peterson Heritage Center. (Addy Cowley | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

Brave Conversations: Exploring Guns On Campus

Student Leadership & Involvement and the Bennion Center hosted an open discussion on firearms and campus concerns.
By Addy Cowley, Assistant News Editor, Photographer | September 3, 2025

  Brave Conversations, a campus dialogue hosted by Student Leadership & Involvement (SLI) and the Bennion Center, brought students and faculty together on Tuesday, Sept. 2 to discuss firearms...

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Springing Into Service With the Bennion Center

The Bennion Center is celebrating Earth Month with single-day community engagement events to provide volunteer service to the Salt Lake Community.
By Teetad Govitviwat, News Writer | April 24, 2025

  “To inspire and mobilize people to strengthen communities through learning, scholarship and advocacy” is the mission statement of the Bennion Center. Established by former University of...

Burbidge Athletic Academic Center at the University of Utah in Salt Lake City, Utah on October 16, 2024. (Photo by Samantha Lazenby | The Daily Utah Chronicle)

How the University of Utah Supports Student-Athletes With Education

The U has countless resources all across campus to help student-athletes find a balance between their sports and academics.
By Luke Skinner, Sports Writer | December 20, 2024

  This article was originally published in the Academia print issue of The Daily Utah Chronicle, originally in stands in October of 2024. It has not been updated and some information may be out...

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How U Students are Serving Communities Around the World

For many, the holiday season is about giving back. At the U, students are volunteering in all sorts of ways, big and small.
By Addy Christensen, News Writer | November 28, 2024

  For many, the holiday season is not only a time to celebrate but also a time to give back. At the U, it's no different. Students across campus are serving communities in more ways than one.  For...

The Bennion Center in the A. Ray Olpin Student Union Feb. 6, 2017. (Courtesy of The Daily Utah Chronicle archives)

Opinion: The Bennion Center Is Underrated

The Bennion Center is a resource that University of Utah students underutilize. We must appreciate and use the BC to its full extent.
By Emma Thompson, Opinion Writer | September 30, 2024

  I always have something going on, whether it's personal issues or running late. Without fail, the Bennion Center will have all the lights on and I'll be greeted as I walk in. The BC always provides...