Utah Valley University closes cultural centers, lays off staff due to budget cuts

UVU had kept its LGBTQ, women’s and multicultural programs open longer than other schools in the state. But now, the Orem schools say it has no choice.

(Trent Nelson | The Salt Lake Tribune) Chase Schetselaar speaks as Utah Valley University students speak out about the closing of their multicultural center on campus, including a space for LGBTQ community members, in Orem on Thursday, April 17, 2025.

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Utah Valley University closes cultural centers, lays off staff due to budget cuts

UVU had kept its LGBTQ, women’s and multicultural programs open longer than other schools in the state. But now, the Orem schools say it has no choice.

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