Around 80 people attended the Stronger Together workshop on May 21st, at the University of Utah. The event was hosted by the U of U Nonprofit Network of Campus Community Leaders in partnership with the Mellon Foundation, the University of Utah School of Public Affairs, and University Neighborhood Partners (UNP). This was a follow-up to a similar […]
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 MoreWe are pleased to announce our recipients of the 2025-26 UNP community-engaged scholarship awards! These are two awards that UNP provides every two years, with each award providing around $12,000 in funding. The Community Scholar in Residence (CSIR) award goes to a faculty member, while the Community Resident in Action (CRIA) award goes to a […]
Read MoreAt UNP, summertime means Partners in the Park! We hope you will join us at the events this year! June 10 | 6 to 8 p.m. Jordan Park | 1060 S 900 W June 24 | 6 to 8 p.m. Parkway Park | 3405 W Parkway Blvd (2700 S) July 8 | 6 to 8 […]
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 MoreJasmine Montoya, UNP’s adored Youth Center Coordinator, recently left her position to continue her dreams of working in health care. However, UNP, the westside, and especially the youth she has worked with for so many years will always be a part of her. Stating, “I am the Youth Center Coordinator darn it! Remember me!” Jasmine […]
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 MoreAs a department of the University of Utah, University Neighborhood Partners (UNP) have several student interns and graduate assistants who engage with UNP staff and the west side community through university conducted programs. In this post, we’ll be shining a spotlight on the amazing interns currently working with UNP and the many programs that brought […]
Read MoreWe are excited to announce that Jarred “JR” Martinez, was one of the eight recipients of the 2024 University of Utah Staff Excellence Awards (USEA)! USEA recognizes superior service and ongoing contributions by the University’s full-time and part-time employees. To be selected as a USEA recipient is a very high honor and is a sign […]
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