UPCOMING SUMMER EVENTS
Please join us on September 14th at 3:30 pm for a visit to the new Museum of Utah, Utah’s first state history museum! Here's what they say about themselves: "The Museum of Utah celebrates our unique history, culture, and art through world class exhibits, programming, and community spaces. It is an extension of the Utah Historical Society, fostering curiosity about the past, informing the present, and strengthening our shared future. Housed inside the new North Capitol Building, the Museum of Utah serves as a gateway to the Capitol Complex, engaging visitors as they explore Utah’s past and consider their place in shaping Utah’s future." We’ll be welcomed by the museum’s director, Tim Glenn. Tim will share a bit about the process of creating the museum and will provide an orientation to the exhibit experience, leaving plenty of time to explore. Please register here to attend.
EMERITI ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON DATES 2025-2026
Emeriti Association luncheons generally take place on Tuesdays from 12 – 1:30 pm in the Saltair Room, located in the University of Utah Union (200 S Central Campus Dr, Salt Lake City, UT 84112), from October through May. Please consider joining us at 11:30 to socialize (and in case parking is a challenge).
If you plan to attend, please note that there is a fee for the lunch for you and your guest(s) – click here to order lunch.
| MONTH | LUNCHEON DATE (2nd Tuesday) | LUNCHEON SPEAKER |
|---|---|---|
| OCTOBER | 13th | Lauren Gustus, Exec Editor, SL Tribune |
| NOVEMBER | 10th | Erin Rothwell, U VP for Research: Research Funding at the U |
| DECEMBER | 1st (First Tuesday) | University Chorus Holiday Concert |
| JANUARY | 12th | Margie Chan, Distinguished Prof Emerita, Geology: Mars and Utah Red Rocks |
| FEBRUARY | 9th @ Alumni House | Patrick Belmont, USU Prof of Watershed Sciences: Impact of Data Centers |
| MARCH | 9th | C Thi Nguyen, U Assoc Prof Philosophy: Games and Agency |
| APRIL | 13th | Lannie Chapman, SL County Clerk: Elections and Voting Issues |
| MAY | 11th | Brent Maxfield, Engineer: LDS Temple Retrofit |
UTAH PRESENTS PERFORMANCE SAVINGS
Emeriti Association members are invited to attend many Utah Presents performances with a 20% discount. Just select your tickets at on the Utah Presents website and enter code EMERITI at checkout.
| PERFORMANCE | DATE & TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Limón Dance Company | September 24, 2026, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Niladri Kumaar | September 25, 2026, 7:30 PM | Libby Gardner Concert Hall |
| Sugar Skull! A Día de Muertos Musical Adventure | October 4, 2026, 4 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Branford Marsalis & Dianne Reeves | October 7, 2026, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Akropolis Reed Quintet | November 5, 2026, 7:30 PM | Libby Gardner Concert Hall |
| Cirque Mechanics | November 8, 2026, 4 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Cloud Gate Dance Theatre of Taiwan | November 17, 2026, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| The Lower Lights Christmas Concerts | Dec 10, 2026 – Dec 12, 2026 | Kingsbury Hall |
| Christmas Dreaming with Stella Cole | December 18, 2026, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| KODO | February 7, 2027, 6:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Healthcare Stories: Guts! | February 11, 2027, 7 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Banff Film Festival | February 17-19, 2027, 7PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Compagnie Hervé Koubi | March 2, 2027, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Endea Owens & The Cookout | March 4, 2027, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Youth Theatre at the U The Twelve | March 19, 7 PM & March 20, 11 AM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Cannupa Hanska Luger - Gardner Lecture (FREE) | March 25, 2027, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
| Hot House West Swing Orchestra | April 16, 2027, 7:30 PM | Kingsbury Hall |
THE EMERITUS HIKING GROUP
This informal group was started by Barbara West and has continued with many organizers and leaders. We act independently in terms of any University responsibility or liability for our actions. Our goal is to exercise and fraternize each Monday morning. Some hikes are urban, flat, easy, others gentle to moderate and occasionally more strenuous. Mileage is usually 3-6 miles and 500-2000 feet elevation. We take advantage of member’s knowledge about plants, birds, photography, GPS tricks, smart watches, and rocks!
Our weekly hikes span the area from Bountiful to American Fork and we usually offer a carpool location and directions to the trailhead. We encourage members to suggest new hikes and volunteer to lead as the organizer is often out of town enjoying her retirement. Notices usually go out Thursday of the preceding week. Adjustments or cancellation due to weather conditions are announced by 8:00 a.m. on the day of the hike.
Each year there is a M-F “camping “trip within a 6 hr radius of Salt Lake City. The group stays in motels, tents, cabins, trailers, vans and RVs, but have options for hikes, tours, birding, meals, scenic drives or just reading in your easy chair. We welcome additions to our group. All communications are by email. Those who want to be on the list send name, address, cell and land line numbers, email, and previous academic departmental affiliation to Suzanne Stansaas.
"THE GRANDPARENTS ARE IN" ADVICE GROUP
All emeriti are invited to join this generation-bridging activity. We table in areas with active student traffic (the Union, Kahlert Dorm, the School of Business, and as invited to major student events.)
Our motto is:
“THE GRANDPARENTS ARE IN GIVING ADVICE”
“THE ADVICE MAY BE BAD, BUT AT LEAST IT IS FREE!”
In actuality, we spend about two hours in groups of 3-4 talking with any students who are interested-and there is no shortage of them. We do give advice, which they seem to appreciate, but we also cheer them on, suggest resources that might be helpful, and just enjoy the opportunity to support these remarkable young people. More often than not, we find that their concerns/values resonate well with ours and we share an enthusiasm for the educational process and the creativity exhibited in dealing with the complex world we all face. We generally feel energized by the students, and they appreciate the support we provide them.
If you are interested in joining, contact Ken Jameson, who can add you to the mail list for signups. He can also answers questions, as can Ryck Luthi or Glade Ellingson.
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"THE GRANDPARENTS ARE IN" SCHEDULE
| DATE | TIME | LOCATION |
|---|---|---|
| Thursday, August 13 | 10:00 – 11:00 | GP Meeting @ U. Counseling Center, 380 SSB |
| Thursday, August 27 | 10:00 – 12:00 | Get Involved Fair, at the Union (Plaza) |
| Thursday, August 27 | 12:00 - 2:00 | Get Involved Fair, at the Union (Plaza) |
| Tuesday, September 1 | 1:00 – 3:00 | Plaza Palooza, Marriott East Plaza |
| Wednesday, September 2 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Thursday, September 3 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Wednesday, September 9 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Marriott Library, East Entrance |
| Thursday, September 10 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Marriott Library, East Entrance |
| Monday, September 14 | 12:00 – 2:00 | Impact & Prosperity Epicenter |
| Thursday, September 17 | 10:00 – 12:00 | Employee Appreciation Day (Rice-Eccles Stad.) |
| Thursday, September 17 | 12:00 – 2:00 | Employee Appreciation Day (Rice-Eccles Stad.) |
| Tuesday, September 22 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Wednesday, September 23 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Thursday, September 24 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Kahlert Village, Dining Hall Entrance |
| Monday, October 5 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Tuesday, October 6 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Tuesday, October 20 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Wednesday, October 21 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Thursday, October 22 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Kahlert Village, Dining Hall Entrance |
| Tuesday, October 27 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Spencer Eccles Business Building |
| Wednesday, October 28 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Spencer Eccles Business Building |
| Monday, November 2 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Marriott Library, East Entrance |
| Tuesday, November 3 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Marriott Library, East Entrance |
| Wednesday, November 4 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Thursday, November 5 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Tuesday, November 17 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Wednesday, November 18 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Olpin Union, Food Court Area |
| Thursday November, 19 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Kahlert Village, Dining Hall Entrance |
| Wednesday December, 2 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Spencer Eccles Business Building |
| Thursday December, 3 | 11:30 – 1:30 | Spencer Eccles Business Building |