Coming to West Valley Communities
What began as an initiative to build a hospital and outpatient health center offering University of Utah Health’s world-class care has evolved to include:
- academic programs,
- workforce development programs, and
- economic development strategies.
All of which are designed to build on existing community assets and the vibrancy of the West Valley area.
Partnerships are essential to our success. That’s why the U West Valley team, including University Neighborhood Partners—a group of dedicated staffers with two decades of community engagement experience—wants to build a shared future with West Valley residents.
Our vision is to improve health and well-being, increase education opportunities and career pathways, and create a positive long-term societal impact in West Valley communities.
HEALTH
It begins with access to quality, culturally responsive health care. Whether it’s soon-to-be parents in need of maternity and pediatric care, a grandfather who needs help managing his diabetes, or a mother looking to improve the overall wellness of her family, the residents of West Valley deserve convenient, welcoming and equitable health care.
OPPORTUNITY
Higher education plays a vital role in shaping the social, economic and overall well-being of communities. The University of Utah has committed to doing this in partnership with West Valley communities.
IMPACT
What would it look like for a leading research institution like the University of Utah to have unsurpassed positive societal impact?
- Healthier people?
- A more well-educated and skilled workforce?
- Increased civic involvement?
- Higher-paying jobs closer to home?
- Improved sense of well-being?
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 in the News
Apr 2023: U of U organization seeks to expand job and educational opportunities for west side residents, West Valley City Journal
Feb 2023: Here’s the latest on that big hospital coming to WVC — and why it differs from other U. centers, Salt Lake Tribune
Jan 2023: Supporting Student Success, @THEU
Dec 2022: Lessons from Latin America: Interculturality in Health, Accelerate
Nov 2022: Lessons from the Community: Building Trust Accelerate
Nov 2022: Combining health care, education, and partnership in West Valley, @THEU
Mar 2022: A big hospital complex is coming to West Valley City. See what it will have., Salt Lake Tribune
Mar 2022: West Valley Vision, @THEU