News Releases
Gov. Cox orders flags to be lowered to half-staff position
Utah Gov. Spencer J. Cox has issued an order for the flags of the United States of America and the great state of Utah to be flown at half-staff on all state facilities in solidarity with the State of Israel and its people.
The flags should be lowered to the half-staff position at sunrise on Oct. 10, 2023, and remain at half-staff through sunset on Friday, Oct. 13, 2023. The governor extends an invitation to all private citizens, businesses, and other organizations to participate in this recognition.
Utah House Democrats affirm solidarity with Jewish community
The Utah House Democrats express unwavering support of our Jewish community here in Utah, in Israel and across the globe. We stand against the unspeakable horrors of antisemitism and terrorism that continue to devastate families and communities.
We denounce the recent antisemitic bomb threats and placement of hate symbols in Utah, and any acts of terror and intimidation. Utah prides itself on being founded on the tenets of the free practice of religion. We renounce all actions that seek to undermine the safety and well-being of our Jewish family, friends, colleagues and neighbors. We stand in solidarity with the Jewish community in the face of such hateful acts.
UADA statement on attacks against Israel
âOur thoughts and prayers are with the people of Israel who have tragically lost loved ones as a result of the recent attacks by Hamas,â said former United States Congressman and Utah Aerospace and Defense Chair Chris Stewart. âAs advocates for peace and resilience we vehemently condemn the assault as a blatant disregard for civilian lives in the region. Such acts of violence undermine the principles of peace and cooperation that we strive to uphold.â
âIn these challenging times, we express our sincere support and solidarity with the people of Israel,â said Utah Aerospace and Defense CEO Aaron Starks. âWe hope for a swift and peaceful resolution to the current conflict, and we stand ready to support initiatives that promote stability, security, and cooperation in the region.â
Utah faces critical inflection point as demographic and economic changes have created a New Utah
Utah emerged from the COVID-19 pandemic larger, more tied to in migration, older, more racially and ethnically diverse, supported by an elite economy, and grappling with high housing costs. Lower fertility contributes to these changes. While the pandemic did not cause these transitions, it accelerated them. A new monograph published today by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute outlines six significant transitions, all associated with growth and change, and deeply interconnected. (Read More)
UVU expands student, community impact with major fundraising milestone and new health initiative
At its 33rd annual Presidentâs Scholarship Ball Saturday night, Utah Valley University (UVU) unveiled a bold new initiative that will include an innovative Health and Wellness Village on its Vineyard Campus.
The village will provide health services to Utah Countyâs growing community and will be a training ground for the next generation of healthcare professionals. The university also celebrated a major milestone with its endowment nearly doubling during the past five years to $100 million. (Read More)
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