While the 13th year of the Utah Real Estate Challenge (UREC) looked a little different than in the past due to COVID-19, an unparalleled amount of ingenuity and creativity prevailed in all nine 2020 teams and their designs. On May 1, DISC Development claimed the $20,000 grand prize for their design, Edison Tower. Runners up from last year’s UREC competition, Team DISC Development, [...]
As we all practice social distancing to #flattenthecurve, online classes and virtual work schedules keep us busy, but it’s essential to make good use of the extra time we have in the house. Self-isolation can be difficult, but remember to be hopeful about the future, stay healthy, and be patient with yourself in this period of change. As a remedy to restlessness, check out [...]
Set your DVR to catch the new documentary "Marriner Eccles: Father of the Modern Federal Reserve," premiering tonight at 9 p.m. on KUED. The film, produced by KUED senior producer John Howe, follows Eccles from his childhood working in the family's lumber, construction, and banking institutions through his rise to chair of the First Security Corporation. Eccles was then tapped by President Franklin D. [...]
Hey Utes, it’s that time of the year again. Leaves are changing colors, Pumpkin Spice Lattes are back in stock - and of course - the “Hump Day” of the semester. With Fall Break around the corner, it might feel hard to keep your eye on the prize, but do not give up just yet! We have put together a couple of helpers [...]
We hope you have all been able to settle into your schedules fairly easily this semester. Making the transition to college can be rough, but luckily BLInc. has you covered with some tips: Tips for Tackling College Culture Shock: Invest in a planner, phone calendar, AND to-do lists to help with time management. When starting up with a new schedule, it is pretty [...]
Last week, our new First Ascent Scholars traveled to the Gates of Lodore on the Green River. Students and leaders camped for three nights off the river, rafting throughout the day, and hiking to waterfalls and scenic lookouts. They saw eagles, big horn sheep, beavers and other animals as they bonded and built community. Group discussions centered around the book "The Social Change Model" [...]
We are thrilled to announce the winners of the Eccles Beginnings Program case competition that took place on July 31, 2019 here at the David Eccles School of Business. 1st Place: Civic Consulting Carley Cooper, Yulisa Padilla, Omar Dahir, Josue Mata 2nd Place: Quad Firm Eduardo Flores, Karen Melendez, Laurent Ntakarutimana, Betsy Pacheco 3rd Place: Ethigreen Consulting Anahi Guillen, Raul Preciado, Desange Kuenihira, Lwel [...]
Whether you’re gaining residency, taking summer classes, or just working, don’t forget to make the most of your summer because regardless of what is going on, the summer is the time for you to relax and enjoy yourself. If you’re not a huge outdoor recreation enthusiast like me, finding things to do around the valley can be difficult. If you dig deep there [...]
The annual 1917-Minute Challenge will officially kick-off tomorrow! This year, Dean Taylor Randall is calling on alumni, donors, staff, faculty, and students to make scholarships our top priority. Starting Nov. 14 at noon, we have 1,917 minutes to reach 750 donors all committed to giving back to their alma mater and changing the lives of students at the David Eccles School of Business. [...]
Practice your interview skills this Monday, Nov. 5 during the SMART Start — Practice the Interview event. Times are available throughout the day; sign up now! It’s no secret that interviews can be stressful or nerve-wracking. The interview plays an essential role in helping employers to determine if you can do the job, as well as helping you determine if the job is [...]