May 12 – 14, 2025
Summer University is a three-day professional and personal development conference for full- and part-time staff. It is a mixture of self-improvement, service, and fun events for employees at UVU to show our appreciation for the exceptional care you do every day to support our students.
Mark your calendar! This year's Summer University will take place May 12 - 14, 2025.
The Summer University Executive Committee is seeking presentation proposals for Summer University being held May 12-14, 2025. We are looking for both professional development and personal enrichment presentations. We know we have a lot of knowledgeable and talented staff and are excited to learn from you. If you are interested in presenting, submit your proposal below.
Submission entry deadline is:
Friday, March 28, 2025 by 11:59pm
Akwasi Frimpong
We are thrilled to welcome Akwasi Frimpong, an international athlete and proud UVU alum, as this year’s speaker!
In 2018, Akwasi made history as the first Skeleton athlete from Ghana to compete in the Winter Olympics, proving that perseverance and determination can break barriers. His inspiring journey from UVU student to world-class competitor is a testament to the power of resilience, and we can’t wait for him to share his story with us!
Akwasi Frimpong is a groundbreaking athlete and philanthropist, recognized as Ghana's first skeleton Olympian and Africa's first elite skeleton race winner. Born in Ghana and raised in the Netherlands, Akwasi's journey is marked by resilience and a relentless pursuit of excellence. A former Dutch junior sprint champion, he has earned over a dozen international medals, proving that challenges can become stepping stones to success.
In addition to his athletic achievements, Akwasi is a devoted father and entrepreneur. He and his wife, Erica Shields-Frimpong, founded the Hope Of A Billion Foundation (HOAB) in 2022, aiming to empower underserved communities through sports, business, and educational opportunities. Inspired by his own Olympic journey and the promise he made to his grandmother, Akwasi is dedicated to fostering hope and motivation in youth. His story serves as a powerful reminder that with belief, hard work, and perseverance, dreams can be transformed into reality.
"I want to be the example that any dream, whether it is being a doctor, a lawyer,
or an Olympian, is possible with hard work, dedication and perseverance."
— Akwasi Frimpong
Monday
Activities (Note: Limit 1 activity per employee)
| 7:30 am | UCCU/UVU Employee Golf Tournament at Sleepy Ridge ($35.00), see notes below. |
| 9:00 am | Topgolf ($20.00): Check-in starting at 8:30am, see notes below. |
| 9:00am – 2:00pm |
• Bingo
• Bowling • Massage Chairs • Pickleball • Sound Bath
• Climbing Wall • Vivation Breathwork Session • Dance Fitness class • Yoga class • Embroidery class • Disc Golf • Ping pong • Pool • Board games • Pour painting |
Sleepy Ridge Tournament: If you registered and paid for tournament, arrive by 7:30 a.m. for check-in. Golf will start at 8:00, and lunch is provided (breakfast will not be provided this year). Questions can be directed to Christian Brinton, Chair of Golf.
Topgolf: If you registered and paid for Topgolf, arrive at the Vineyard TopGolf by 8:30 a.m. for check-in. Golf will start at 9 and run until 12, with brunch available from 10:00-11:30. Booths hold six people, are on the second floor, and are first-come, first-served. The only way to ensure you get a booth with your friends is to show up together early.
Tuesday
Morning
| 9:00am | Breakfast and kick-off |
| 9:50am – 10:00am | Break |
| 10:00am – 11:00am | Breakout Sessions |
| 11:00am – 11:10am | Break |
| 11:10am – 12:10pm | Breakout Sessions |
| 12:10pm – 1:30pm | Lunch — Pick up meal vouchers at People & Culture |
Afternoon
| 1:30pm – 2:30pm | Breakout Sessions |
| 2:30pm – 2:40pm | Break |
| 2:40pm – 3:40pm | Breakout Sessions |
Check your registration email for your custom breakout session schedule. To see the all Breakout Sessions, view full listing here .
Wednesday
Morning
| 8:00am – 11:30am | Service projects: See options below |
Lunch
| Noon – 1:30pm | General Session Closing (Lunch Provided) Closing Keynote: Akwasi Frimpong Location: SC Ballroom |
FAQ
T-shirts are available to those who register and can be picked up from a table outside the People and Culture office (HF 105) during business hours on Friday, May 10th, and Monday, May 13th. There are a limited number of shirts this year, and they are first-come, first-served. You will need your UVID to pick up your voucher and shirt and will not be allowed to pick them up for others.
Catered breakfast will be provided to those who register and attend the Tuesday morning keynote speaker.
Catered lunch will be provided to those who register and attend the Wednesday afternoon keynote speaker.
A meal voucher will also be available to those who register for Summer University and can be picked up from a table outside the People and Culture office (HF 105) during business hours on Friday, May 10th, and Monday, May 13th.
All questions can be directed to those on the Summer University Committee.
Note: we are no longer accepting proposals for Summer University presentations, activities, service projects, or sponsors.
If you are having troubles registering for the Talon's Cove golf tournament or Top Golf through the UVU Ticketing System, it is probably one of two problems:
1) The capacity limit for the event has been filled (136 for Talon's Cove and 100 for Top Golf), or
2) You were not signed in to the UVU ticketing system when you clicked the link in the registration to purchase your ticket. To resolve this, sign into the ticketing system, then go back to the registration form to click on the link.
If issues persist, contact Beka Grulich, Golf Chair, at [email protected].
If you are unsure which activity you registered for, where it is located, or when it starts, check your email for your registration confirmation. Questions can be directed to Kerri Scott, Chair of Activities.
If you are unable to attend, Keynotes will be recorded and posted for viewing on this site at a later date.
