Brice Wallace
Salt Lake Business Journal 

Utah’s public higher education system is not only educating minds but also contributing to the state’s economy.

A policy brief recently released by the Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute at the University of Utah indicates that higher ed produces a well-trained workforce and adds to the state’s robust economic performance, in addition to its contributions to social well-being, civic engagement and innovation.

“The Kem C. Gardner Policy Institute’s report demonstrates the profound and multifaceted impact of Utah’s higher education system,” said Geoffrey Landward, Utah commissioner of higher education. “The benefits of higher education extend well beyond campus, and we remain committed to Please log in to see the rest of this story.