Are you looking for a passionate, motivated, and caring community? Do you want to make a real impact on local and global challenges? Do you want to experience the remarkable discoveries of the University of Utah?
Join Prosperity Scholars!
A transformative student experience focused on improving local and global prosperity including economic, social, political, and personal well-being. The program aims to be multidisciplinary and is open to students from all majors.
The Prosperity Scholars program strives to:
Create opportunities for students from all majors to advance global prosperity through the intersection of health and economic development.
Develop hands-on problem solving skills to discover sustainable solutions
Engage in critical thinking, leadership, networking, and mentorship to help students reach their academic and professional goals
Teach social entrepreneurship and global citizenship
Benefits
- Learn and apply innovative strategies to benefit individuals and communities
- Explore sustainable solutions that promote prosperity and social development
- Engage in leadership, networking, and mentorship activities
- Learn from world leaders and experts in prosperity science
- Qualify for up to $2,000 in travel support for one of our global programs in Ghana
- Participate in student competitions at the local and international level
- Have fun doing it!
Requirements
- Complete the Prosperity Scholars Application
- Attend at least 75% of the Prosperity Scholar meetings (Biweekly Tuesdays @ 6 PM)
- Participate meaningfully in at least one committee or project
- Submit a written report about your participation at the end of each semester