Upcoming Events
Holiday Break
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 24 2025 for the Holiday Break
Christmas Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 25 2025 on Christmas Day.
Holiday Break
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 26 2025 for the Holiday Break
New Year’s Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed January 1 2026 in observance of New Year's Day.
First Day of Classes
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Spring semester 2026 first day of classes.
First 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
34 instruction days, 1 test day
Rising Together: Women Empowering Women
Panel Discussion/Presentation
As part of the 2026 Women in Leadership Executive Speaker Series, the webinar Rising Together: Women Empowering Women will spotlight the power of collaboration, mentorship, and collective action in advancing women’s leadership. Moderated by Dr. Susan R. Madsen, this dynamic conversation will feature three distinguished leaders: Melanie Jones, CEO of the Women’s Leadership Institute; Bettina Smith Edmondson, Layton City Council Member and community advocate; and Connie Sokol, author, speaker, and founder of Balance Redefined and Born to Lead. Together, they will explore how women can lift one another through intentional support, shared vision, and systemic change. The discussion will highlight practical strategies for building inclusive networks, fostering resilience, and amplifying women’s voices across sectors. Attendees will gain insights into overcoming barriers, cultivating confidence, and creating pathways for the next generation of women leaders. This session promises to inspire and equip participants to rise together—empowering women to lead boldly and transform communities.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day - no class
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
No classes.
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed January 19 2026 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day.
Strategic Voices: Women Leading Public Policy Change
Panel Discussion/Presentation
Utah women are reshaping the landscape of public policy, strategy, and governance in ways that are both transformative and enduring. This webinar spotlights the voices and leadership of women who are driving change at the intersection of politics, policy, and community impact. Attendees will gain insight into how women leaders navigate complex systems, build coalitions, and influence decision-making to advance equity and innovation. Through this dynamic discussion with moderator Dr. Susan R. Madsen, this conversation with Congresswoman Celeste Maloy and Director Natalie Gochnour will explore the strategic approaches women bring to policymaking—whether in legislative chambers, advocacy organizations, or executive leadership roles. Attendees will hear how women are challenging traditional structures, amplifying diverse perspectives, and crafting solutions to pressing societal issues. This session is designed for professionals, students, and community members who want to understand the critical role women play in shaping public policy today. Join us to learn from trailblazing leaders, discover actionable strategies, and be inspired by the power of women’s voices in driving meaningful
Leadership Levers: Driving Women’s Career Progress
Panel Discussion/Presentation
Women’s career advancement is not accidental—it is propelled by intentional strategies, supportive networks, and organizational practices that open doors to leadership. This dynamic webinar will explore the critical factors that enable women to thrive professionally and drive meaningful change in their workplaces and communities. Through research insights, lived experiences, and practical tools, attendees will learn how to identify and activate the levers that accelerate career growth. The session will highlight approaches to overcoming barriers, cultivating influence, and building cultures that champion equity and inclusion.
Designed for professionals at all stages of their careers, this conversation will inspire attendees to take bold steps toward leadership while equipping organizations with strategies to better support women’s advancement. Whether you are seeking to strengthen your own career trajectory or foster systemic progress, this webinar offers actionable guidance and empowering perspectives to help women—and the institutions they serve—move forward with confidence and impact.
IMA Professional Meeting
Social/Networking
Dustin Wood from CMP will be speaking about careers in small CPA firm accounting.
Leading with Compassion: A Conversation with Utah’s First Lady Abby Cox
Panel Discussion/Presentation
Join us for an inspiring webinar in the Women’s Executive Speaker Series featuring Abby Cox, First Lady of Utah, in conversation with Dr. Susan R. Madsen, Founding Director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project. This engaging dialogue will explore Abby Cox’s unique leadership journey—one shaped not by traditional pathways, but by her commitment to service, empathy, and building bridges across communities. Together, they will discuss her vision for inspiring Utahns to break down barriers that prevent people from treating one another as equals, and how leadership rooted in compassion can transform lives. Abby Cox will share personal insights into becoming a leader in unexpected ways, offering lessons on resilience, authenticity, and the power of human connection. This webinar is designed to spark reflection and action, encouraging participants to embrace inclusive leadership and foster environments where every voice is valued. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from a remarkable leader dedicated to unity and progress.
Trailblazing Justice: A Conversation with Christine Durham on Women, Leadership, and the Law
Panel Discussion/Presentation
Join us for our fifth webinar in the 2026 Women in Leadership Executive Speaker Series featuring Dr. Susan R. Madsen in conversation with Justice Christine Durham, former Chief Justice of the Utah Supreme Court. Justice Durham has long been recognized as a trailblazer in the legal profession and a powerful advocate for women’s leadership and equality. In this engaging dialogue, she will reflect on her groundbreaking career, the challenges and opportunities she encountered as the first woman appointed to Utah’s highest court, and the lessons she has drawn about resilience, vision, and systemic change. Dr. Madsen, founder and director of the Utah Women & Leadership Project, will guide the discussion to highlight Durham’s insights on advancing women in leadership across sectors, the evolving role of law in shaping equity, and the importance of mentoring the next generation. This webinar offers inspiration and practical wisdom for leaders committed to creating more inclusive organizations and communities.
Cytiva Case Competition Kick-off, Site visit & Dinner
Information/Orientation
Cytiva OpEx Competition Kick-off, Site visit & Dinner
Work with a team to tackle a real-world business case, applying your problem-solving and operational excellence skills. Gain hands-on experience, network with industry leaders, and showcase your expertise. Whether you are building your resume or love a challenge, this competition is for you! Sponsored by Cytiva, this event offers the chance to win exciting cash prizes, connect with industry professionals, and network with students from other area universities.
All majors are welcome!
Register to Participate.
Registration deadline is January 16th
Cytiva OpEx Competition
Information/Orientation | Focused Friday
Work with a team to tackle a real-world business case, applying your problem-solving and operational excellence skills. Gain hands-on experience, network with industry leaders, and showcase your expertise. Whether you are building your resume or love a challenge, this competition is for you! Sponsored by Cytiva, this event offers the chance to win exciting cash prizes, connect with industry professionals, and network with students from other area universities.
All majors are welcome!
Register to Participate.
Registration deadline is January 16th
Women Leading Behind the Walls: Leadership in Utah’s Correctional Facilities
Panel Discussion/Presentation
Join us for a compelling women’s leadership webinar featuring Dr. Susan R. Madsen in conversation with Sharon D’Amico and Kristin Keisel, two wardens leading correctional facilities in Utah. This dialogue will explore the unique pathways that drew them into leadership, the challenges they face in navigating complex correctional environments, and the opportunities they see for innovation, equity, and impact within the system. As women in a traditionally male-dominated field, D’Amico and Keisel bring powerful insights into resilience, collaboration, and the importance of fostering safe, rehabilitative spaces for both staff and incarcerated individuals. Dr. Madsen will guide the discussion to highlight lessons learned, strategies for effective leadership, and the broader implications for advancing women’s leadership across sectors. Whether you are an advocate, educator, student, or professional, this webinar offers a rare opportunity to hear firsthand experiences from women shaping correctional leadership in Utah. Don’t miss this inspiring conversation on courage, vision, and the future of women leading in corrections.
Leadership in Times of Grief & Crisis: Insights from President Astrid S. Tuminez
Panel Discussion/Presentation
For the seventh webinar in this series, Dr. Susan R. Madsen will moderate a powerful conversation with Dr. Astrid S. Tuminez, the seventh president of Utah Valley University. President Tuminez has faced profound challenges in 2025, including the loss of her husband earlier this year and the tragic assassination of Charlie Kirk that occurred on her own campus. Yet resilience has defined her journey from the very beginning—growing up in an impoverished farming community and the slums of a major city in the Philippines.
This webinar will explore what it means to lead through grief and crisis, while also examining the complexities of guiding a large institution of higher education in uncertain times. President Tuminez will share leadership lessons she has learned throughout her career, as well as the unique challenges and opportunities she has encountered as both a woman and a woman of color.
Join us for this timely and inspiring discussion on women in leadership, with a special focus on navigating loss, crisis, and the demands of leadership with courage and compassion.
Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest -- State Winners Announcement and Awards Ceremony
Ceremony/Awards/Celebration
The 11th annual Utah High School Clean Air Marketing Contest will hold its state winners announcement and awards ceremony on Saturday, February 14, at the Nora Eccles Harrison Museum of Art at 10:30 a.m. Food and activities will be provided. The objective of the contest focuses on high school teens creating public service announcements to encourage Utahns to engage in clean air actions (e.g., refrain from idling, carpooling, using the app over drive-thru). Entries are often funny, provocative, and terrifying and center on teen pop culture. This year, over 1000 teens from high schools across Utah and southern Idaho competed. All state finalists entries will be on display at the museum, and approximately 20 state winners will be announced. Over $7000 in prizes will be awarded. Numerous Huntsman School marketing students and alum served as judges for the competition.
Presidents' Day - no class
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
No classes.
Presidents' Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed February 16 2026 in observance of Presidents' Day.
IMA Professional Meeting
Social/Networking
David Daines, the Plant Controller at TTM Technologies will be speaking about careers in industry.
Virtual Mock Interview Day 2026
Special Event | Focused Friday
Virtual interviews are here to stay, over 80% of employers use them! Get ahead by joining the Huntsman Virtual Mock Interview Day, where you’ll practice real interview questions, receive feedback from employer partners, and boost your confidence in a supportive environment.
The event takes place February 20, 2026, and will be hosted entirely through Handshake.
Registration starts January 5, 2026—spots fill quickly, so be sure to save your place early!
Level up your interview game and make valuable employer connections!
Second 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
34 instruction days, 1 test day
HackUSU - The Largest Hackathon in the Intermountian West
Social/Networking
HackUSU 2026 will take place from February 27–28, 2026, and offers an exciting opportunity for students to collaborate, innovate, and compete in a high-energy environment filled with workshops, networking events, and hands-on technical challenges.
This event is open to students of all majors — whether you're studying computer science, business, design, engineering, or anything else, HackUSU is a place to learn new skills, meet inspiring people, and build something amazing.
Competition Tracks Include:
• Cybersecurity
• Hardware
• Hack the Planet
• Game Development
• AI & Machine Learning
• Datathon
• Sports Analytics
Sponsors Include:
• Space Dynamics Laboratory
• Lightning Kite
• AT&T
• L3Harris
• Sage Labs
• Focused Support LLC
• 309th Software Engineering Group
• Lucid Software
Whether you're a seasoned coder or just curious about tech, HackUSU is designed to be inclusive, educational, and fun. We hope you’ll consider joining us for this unforgettable experience.
Spring Break
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
No classes.
Shingo Connect: USA
Conference/Seminar
At Shingo Connect, professionals from across industries come together to learn, connect, and grow with one shared goal: to improve every day. This year’s theme — Accelerating Human-Centered Transformation — explores how true excellence emerges when technology and systems align with people, culture, and principles. If you believe in leading with purpose and building organizations where excellence is the standard, this is your conference.
IMA Professional Meeting
Social/Networking
Tom Colligan, Treasurer for Cyber Ark, will be speaking about tips for career success.
Focused Friday: Non-Profit Management Panel
Panel Discussion/Presentation | Focused Friday
Non-profits need strong business minds. Join us for a conversation with leaders who use business training to drive social impact—balancing mission with sustainability, stewardship, and strategic growth. This panel will show how your degree can be a powerful tool for community change.
Spring Runoff Conference
Conference/Seminar
The USU Spring Runoff Conference is an annual gathering that provides a forum for interdisciplinary sharing of ideas on water-related issues in Utah and the Intermountain Region. Topics encompass all aspects of water science, ecology, policy, engineering, and management. USU and the Northern Utah Water Users are jointly hosting the conference which will be held at the Cache County Event Center.
Spring Runoff Conference
Conference/Seminar
The USU Spring Runoff Conference is an annual gathering that provides a forum for interdisciplinary sharing of ideas on water-related issues in Utah and the Intermountain Region. Topics encompass all aspects of water science, ecology, policy, engineering, and management. USU and the Northern Utah Water Users are jointly hosting the conference which will be held at the Cache County Event Center.
Pickleball Serve & Solve Your First Case Competition
Workshop/Training | Focused Friday
Pickleball Serve & Solve is the perfect way to break into the competition scene at Huntsman. The competition features a fun business case about local Cache Valley company includes food, custom swag, prize money, and friendly competition.
No open registration. Spectators welcome.
No-Test Week
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Wednesday - Tuesday
Last Day of Classes
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Spring semester 2026 last day of classes.
Final Examinations
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Spring semester 2026 final examinations week.
Commencement
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Spring commencement 2026.
Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Graduate Degrees Convocation
Ceremony/Awards/Celebration
At the college convocation, graduates will be recognized individually by name. Graduates will walk across the stage as their name is read and receive their diploma cover, as well as have a professional photo taken.
Jon M. Huntsman School of Business, Undergraduate Degrees Convocation
Ceremony/Awards/Celebration
At the college convocation, graduates will be recognized individually by name. Graduates will walk across the stage as their name is read and receive their diploma cover, as well as have a professional photo taken.
14-week Session
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
65 instruction days, 1 test day
First 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
32 instruction days, 1 test day
Memorial Day - no class
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
No classes.
Memorial Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed May 25 2026 in observance of Memorial Day.
Juneteenth National Freedom Day (Observed) - no class
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
No classes.
Juneteenth National Freedom Day (Observed)
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed June 15 2026 in observance of Juneteenth.
Second 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
32 instruction days, 1 test day
Independence Day (Observed) - no class
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
No classes.
Independence Day (Observed)
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed July 3 2026 in observance of Independence Day.
Pioneer Day - no class
Academic Calendar | Summer Semester
No classes.
Pioneer Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed July 24 2026 in observance of Pioneer Day.
First Day of Classes
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
Fall semester 2026 first day of classes.
First 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
34 instruction days, 1 test day
Labor Day - no class
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
No classes.
Fall Break
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
No classes.
Second 7-week Session
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
34 instruction days, 1 test day
Thanksgiving Holiday
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
No classes.
Thanksgiving Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed November 26 2026 for Thanksgiving Day.
Day After Thanksgiving
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed Friday November 27 2026 following Thanksgiving Day.
No-Test Week
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
Monday - Friday
Last Day of Classes
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
Fall semester 2026 last day of classes.
Final Examinations
Academic Calendar | Fall Semester
Fall semester 2026 final examinations week.
Holiday Break
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 24 2026 for the Holiday Break
Christmas Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 25 2026 on Christmas Day.
Holiday Break
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed December 31 2026 for the Holiday Break
New Year’s Day
Holidays | Holiday Calendar
USU will be closed January 1 2027 in observance of New Year's Day.
First Day of Classes
Academic Calendar | Spring Semester
Spring semester 2027 first day of classes.
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