History Resident input has always been foundational to the community partnership work that comes out of the UNP network. In its early days Irene Fisher, UNP’s founding director, conducted over 200 conversations with west side residents to develop UNP. A group of 8, calling themselves the Community Ambassadors, led the process with Irene. In 2004, […]
Read MoreWhen Jenny Mayer-Glenn retires this summer after seven years leading University Neighborhood Partners (UNP), she will leave behind a simple idea that has shaped her entire career: That communities know best how to solve the challenges they face. She began bringing community members to the table as a teacher and administrator in historically underserved schools […]
Read MoreFor more than 22 years, the Westside Leadership Institute (WLI) has supported residents in developing ideas, building leadership skills, and shaping their communities. Through programs like Fundamentals, Workshops, and Startups, WLI has cultivated a strong network of leaders committed to community-driven change. That impact can be seen in initiatives such as Comunidad Materna […]
Read MoreUniversity Neighborhood Partners (UNP) has been selected as one of just 25 organizations nationwide to receive the Aspen Institute’s 2026 Weaver Award, following a highly competitive process that drew hundreds of applicants. The $225,000 award recognizes UNP’s national leadership in cultivating trust, belonging, and meaningful connection between the University of Utah and communities across Salt […]
Read MoreOn November 21st, 2024, Jennifer Mayer-Glenn, Director of UNP, was awarded the Utah Solutions Award at The Salt Lake Tribune’s NewsMakers Gala. The Tribune started this annual fundraising event last year to honor the incredible Utahns who shape our news. Jenny has been UNP’s Director for the past five years, working to continue building out […]
Read MoreUNP enthusiastically congratulates Associate Director, Dr. Teresa Molina, the 2024 recipient of the University of Utah’s Distinguished Faculty in Service Award! She and other faculty award recipients were formally recognized by President Randall and members of the university leadership team. Megan Medina, the Associate Director for Community Engaged Learning & Scholarships at the U, congratulated […]
Read MoreCommunity Scholar in Residence The UNP Community Scholar in Residence is a $12,240 award given to a full-time, tenure or non-tenure track, faculty member of the University of Utah over TWO academic years ($6,120/year). A request for proposals is issued every two years. This award serves as a catalyst for University of Utah faculty involved […]
Read MoreWe are hiring an Environmental Justice Partnership Manager. This is a 2-year grant funded position that may be extended with future funding opportunities. Under the direction of UNP and working closely with the Salt Lake City Sustainability Department, the Environmental Justice Partnership Manager will serve as the main point of contact UNP for Salt Lake […]
Read MoreUNP’s Associate Director Paul Kuttner, Ed.D has been named 2023 CUMU Collaboratory Research Fellow. Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities. (2023 January 24). Paul Kuttner named CUMU–Collaboratory Research Fellow [Press release]. The Coalition of Urban and Metropolitan Universities (CUMU) is pleased to announce that Paul Kuttner, Ed.D., has been named the 2023 CUMU-Collaboratory Research Fellow. […]
Read MoreThe University of Utah’s initiative to build a campus in West Valley is a new model of how a leading research institution can support and collaborate with communities for positive societal impact. And we want your help identifying opportunities and partnerships that can ensure even greater positive impact for West Valley and the surrounding communities […]
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