Health + Education + Impact
University of Utah & West Valley
U West Valley is a partnership between the University of Utah and the West Valley community. We are working to enhance the health and well-being of the community, expanding health access and education opportunities, foster career development, and build community wealth. By collaborating with the community, we can create a positive and lasting impact in the West Valley area.
The Project Includes:
- A multi specialty outpatient health center and hospital that offers world-class care.
- Health care that is geographically accessible, culturally responsive, and tailored to community priorities.
- Up to 2,000 new job opportunities in health sciences.
- Education pathways that lead to careers in health care with wraparound support like childcare, financial aid, and more to help students succeed.
Health
University of Utah Health is building a multi-specialty health center and hospital. We will provide world-class care to West Valley and the surrounding communities.
These services will include urgent care, primary care, heart care, pediatrics, and more. We believe that everyone deserves convenient, welcoming, and fair health care.
Education
University of Utah is developing pathways to connect students to education and careers in health care and more.
Education plays a vital role in shaping the well-being of communities. We will work with students of all ages and stages of life along their education journeys to reach their personal and professional goals.
Impact
We are committed to develop local partnerships that benefit the community for years to come. We believe that together we can create long-term health and well-being through:
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A strong business community
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Good jobs
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Education opportunities
We are committed to working with local businesses and organizations to enhance the quality of life for all West Valley community members.
Partnership
At the core of U West Valley is our collaboration with the community. We believe that by uniting our efforts, working together, and learning from one another, we can achieve great things.
West Valley and the University will grow and evolve to meet student, patient, and community goals.
University Neighborhood Partners
University Neighborhood Partners brings together University and west side people and resources in reciprocal learning, action, and benefit—a community coming together.
U West Valley Featured Stories
U of U Announces Transformational $75 Million Gift from the Eccles Foundation for a New Hospital and Health Campus in West Valley
The University of Utah has received a $75 million donation from the George S. and Dolores Doré Eccles Foundation to establish a new 800,000-square-foot hospital and medical campus in West Valley City, expanding healthcare access for over 725,000 residents west of I-15.
West Valley Mentorship Program: Building Trust, Collaboration, and Health Care Access in West Valley
The West Valley Mentorship Program has been vital in shaping a new community hospital by connecting University of Utah Health leaders with local residents. The program focuses on collaboration and shared experiences and works to ensure community voices are heard.
Building Bridges: University Neighborhood Partners and West Valley
University Neighborhood Partners (UNP) is a pioneering organization at the University of Utah that stands as a model for meaningful community engagement. Among its many areas of focus, UNP’s work in West Valley City has become a shining example of how collaborative partnerships can foster sustainable change in a dynamic and diverse community.
Cross-Campus and Community Collaboration
Campus collaborators are committed to improving disparities in our communities. By creating spaces for community voices, we are valuing community knowledge as much as we value our own.
Making a Lasting Impact in West Valley
Building a medical campus in West Valley is more than meeting the growing demand for care. It’s about improving community health and creating nearly 2,000 jobs.
Imagine U Day 2024
Imagine U Day is a multiyear initiative to engage with and build lasting partnerships with students, parents and educators in west-side communities. This year, University of Utah Health (U of U Health) partnered with schools in West Valley City.