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UVU is the highest-ranking public institution in Utah for social mobility
2025 Social Mobility Index
The future is built through investments in people, places, and possibilities. From scholarships and academic facilities to partnerships and global learning opportunities, UVU expands access and creates pathways for student success and meets the evolving needs of Utah’s workforce, economy, and communities
EverGREEN was built on a simple idea: When students are given opportunities, entire communities benefit. Through support for scholarships, academic excellence, innovative programs, and future-focused facilities, UVU’s first comprehensive campaign created new pathways for students to achieve their educational and career goals. The campaign concluded in Dec. 2025, but its impact will be felt for generations as students gain the knowledge, experiences, and support needed to transform their lives and contribute to Utah’s future.
$22.6 million raised for scholarships
$125.4 million raised for programs
$109.6 million raised for facilities
$2,753,054
832 semesters of tuition and fees
$254,397,788 raised
190
scholarships created
10,576
employee gifts
10,1491
first-time
donors
14,166
donors
33,538
gifts
The campaign may be complete, but the momentum it created is still accelerating. The new scholarships, programs, and facilities will continue to expand UVU’s reach and redefine what is possible for students who come to this university with hope and ambition. We are grateful to all who have supported UVU and its mission to provide transformational educational experiences for thousands of students.”
Kyle Reyes, Ph. D.
UVU Vice President of Institutional Advancement
136%+
UVU’s endowment has more than doubled since 2019, growing from $55 million to more than $130 million
I do not have financial support from anyone else to pay for school, so I’ve worked part-time during the school year and full-time in the summers to help cover tuition and living expenses. The scholarships I have earned have helped me focus on my education without needing to take gap semesters to save money for school. I am incredibly grateful for that support.”
Britney Williams
'26 Respiratory Therapy
Having my tuition covered by UVU was one of the greatest blessings of this whole journey. It gave our family breathing room we didn’t have before. That support, made possible by donors who believe in students like me, is the reason I could keep going when the finish line felt far away.”
Heber Kuehn
'26 Applied Communication
Returning to school has come with challenges, including balancing parenting, running a business, and overcoming fears about returning to school later in life. My scholarship has made this journey far less stressful financially and has allowed me to reduce my work hours to focus on school while still supporting my family.”
Aileen McIntosh
'27 Exercise Science
The 2026 President’s Scholarship Ball brought together donors, alumni, and community leaders to raise more than $1.3 million for UVU students. The annual event celebrated the life-changing power of education and philanthropy while generating critical support for scholarships, academic programs, and student opportunities.
From 2025 to 2026, 1,498 students received private scholarships
UVU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships
70% of students received financial aid or scholarship aid from 2025 to 2026
UVU Office of Financial Aid and Scholarships as of July 2026
UVU is in the business of hope. Tonight, we came together to lift students and strengthen families. Your generosity turns barriers into opportunity and gratitude into action.”
Astrid S. Tuminez, Ph.D.
Former UVU President
In Aug. 2025, UVU celebrated the opening of the UCCU Stadium, a $30 million, fully donor-funded facility that ranks among the premier collegiate soccer venues in the nation. The new stadium enhances the student-athlete experience and creates a state-of-the-art gathering place for the community.
This partnership is about investing in people: students, families, and the broader Utah Valley community. UCCU Stadium will be a gathering place for excellence, for competition, and for connection.”
Justin Olson
Utah Community Credit Union (UCCU) President and CEO
In partnership with The Marc C. and Deborah H. Bingham Foundation, UVU opened the Bingham Family Clinic on UVU’s West Campus to provide free healthcare services to community members while creating hands-on learning opportunities for students. The clinic combines education and service by allowing future healthcare professionals to gain real-world experiences as they help expand access to care for the Utah County community.
UVU advanced plans for a health, education, and innovation district on UVU’s 225-acre Vineyard Campus, designed to serve one of the nation's fastest-growing regions. Strategic partnerships, philanthropic investments, and future academic facilities will create expanded opportunities for students while strengthening connections between education, healthcare, industry, and the broader community.
Building on a decade-long partnership with Pembroke College at the University of Oxford, UVU is establishing a permanent facility that will serve as a home for students, faculty, and academic programming in the heart of Oxford. The future campus will expand study abroad opportunities across disciplines, house UVU and Pembroke’s joint research initiative, “The Quill Project,” and serve as the hub for interfaith dialogue. It will build bridges of learning with one of the world’s most prestigious and historic universities.
The Scott M. Smith Engineering Building opened as one of the largest engineering facilities in Utah, dramatically expanding opportunities for hands-on learning, research, and innovation. The building is home to the Smith College of Engineering and Technology and was named by Qualtrics co-founder Scott M. Smith and his wife, Karen, who donated $25 million to fund the building. Over nearly 200,000 square feet, students will find advanced laboratories, collaborative learning spaces, and industry-relevant technology.
It has been a dream for Karen and me to be able to give back in a way that would positively impact people’s lives and help boost the local and state economies. We feel like we are investing in the future of generations of new engineers and computer scientists, and wanted to do it in Utah County.”
Scott M. Smith
Qualtrics Co-Founder and UVU Board of Trustees Chair
Katie Busby
In June 2026, Katie Busby, Ph.D., was named associate provost for academic programs, assessment, and accreditation at UVU. Busby previously served as executive director of institutional research, effectiveness, and planning at the University of Mississippi. She holds a B.S. and an M.S. in mathematics from the University of Mississippi and a Ph.D. in assessment and measurement from James Madison University.
Wioleta Fedeczko
In Aug. 2025, Wioleta Fedeczko, Ph.D., was appointed as academic chief of staff and associate provost for UVU. Fedeczko joined UVU in 2011 as an English professor and previously served as UVU Faculty Senate president. She holds a B.A. in English from the University of Idaho, an M.S. in English from Towson University, and a Ph.D. in English from Miami University of Ohio.
Sue Jackson
In Oct. 2025, Sue Jackson, Ph.D., was appointed dean of UVU's College of Health and Public Service. A tenured professor of public health and longtime UVU leader, Jackson previously led the university's Healthcare Expansion Initiative and served as UVU's resident epidemiologist during the COVID-19 pandemic. She brings more than 17 years of experience advancing health education, workforce development, and community partnerships.
Spencer Magleby
In May 2026, Spencer Magleby, Ph.D., was appointed dean of UVU's Smith College of Engineering and Technology. A professor emeritus of mechanical engineering at BYU, Magleby is an internationally recognized researcher, inventor, and academic leader whose career includes more than 40 patents, 250 publications, and decades of experience advancing engineering education and industry collaboration.
David Stephenson
In March 2026, David Stephenson joined UVU as the associate vice president for strategic engagement. He previously held roles including senior director of public relations for Crumbl and executive director of external relations and communications for Alpine School District. Stephenson holds a B.S. from Southern Utah University and an M.Ed. from Utah State University.
As we close another year, we look ahead with excitement to a new era of leadership at Utah Valley University. Following 7.5 years of transformative service by former President Astrid S. Tuminez, Ph.D., UVU welcomes Jon Anderson, Ph.D., as the university’s eighth president. He assumed the presidency on Aug. 10, 2026, bringing a deep commitment to student success, academic excellence, and expanding opportunity.
Throughout this report, you’ve read about achievements from a community that believes in the power of education to change lives. We are grateful to our students, alumni, donors, legislators, faculty, staff, and community partners for the countless ways you invest in our mission. Together, we create opportunities, strengthen communities, and help students discover what is possible.
Through our mission to educate every student for success in work and life, UVU will continue opening doors, creating opportunity, and welcoming all who seek to learn and grow. Together, we look forward to the next chapter of building exceptional futures. █
