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The Development Committee raises money for staff Professional Development Awards that provide broader access to career improvement opportunities. Funds are solicited through events, payroll deductions, and individual donor gifts. We also promote staff applications for these awards. The amount of an award may vary based on the funds available.

What We Do

The Staff Council’s Development Committee is dedicated to advancing opportunities for University of Utah staff members through scholarships and professional development.

  • Scholarships: In partnership with the Faculty Club, we established the first annual sponsored scholarship, providing $1,250 for a deserving staff member. We also oversee the Tom Loveridge Memorial Scholarship, which has supported numerous staff since 2012, offering two annual scholarships of $1,250 each.
  • Professional Development Awards (PDA): We provide financial support for staff to enhance their skills and attend professional training. In 2024-25, PDA funding grew significantly, with 12 staff members receiving $500 each, all made possible through generous staff payroll contributions.
  • Future Growth & Engagement: Our committee is committed to building more scholarship partnerships, expanding endowments, and increasing professional development funding. We also engage in staff appreciation events and continuously work to strengthen our programs for the University of Utah’s dedicated employees.

Join us in supporting the success and growth of our hardworking staff!

 

Meet the Committee


John Boyack
Member
Department: Office of the Dean, College of Humanities
District: Academic & Student Affairs
Committee: Development
Sean Carter
Development Chair-Elect
Department: Dean's Office, College of Fine Arts
District: Academic & Student Affairs
Committee: Development
Susan Grant
Development Chair
Department: Business Career Services
District: Academic & Student Affairs
Committee: Development, Executive
Taylor Llewelyn
Member
Department: Electrophysiology
District: Hospitals & Clinics
Committee: Development
Luisa Rogers
Member
Department: Human Genetics
District: Health Academics
Committee: Development
Lyndsi Seltz
Member
Department: Pediatric Neonatology
District: Health Academics
Committee: Development
Erna Serezlic
Member
Department: Utah Data Coordinating Center
District: Health Academics
Committee: Development