About the College of Health (COH)
The College of Health is among the largest of the colleges and schools at the University with 2,500 undergraduates and 600 graduate students. Degree options include 18 BA/BS degree emphases, 16 master’s degree programs, three clinical doctorates, and five PhD programs. This combination of graduate degrees, professional programs, and undergraduate majors uniquely positions the College to contribute to the clinical and research missions of University of Utah Health and high impact educational practices on the main campus.
Welcome Back to the 2020 - 2021 School Year!
Health care in America is facing major challenges, and University of Utah Health is leading the way through big ideas, sweeping movements, and paradigm-shifting breakthroughs. The College of Health (CoH) is playing a crucial role in this transformation through discovery and implementation of new knowledge in prevention of chronic disease and evidence-based rehabilitation. Read more.
Watch the Dean's response to CoVID-19 and creating a safe diverse environment for students and staff.
More from the Dean
David H. Perrin is Dean of the College of Health and Professor in the Department of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training at the University of Utah.
See what education is like during COVID-19
We focus on Kirk Nichols' classroom in our Department of Parks, Recreation, & Tourism during the pandemic. See Kirk's approach to keeping students safe while providing the education they're looking for.
Our commitment to diversity & inclusion
We're dedicated to providing a warm, welcoming environment for all students, faculty, and staff.
The College is committed to diversifying the health professions workforce,
which is inextricably linked to reducing health disparities in our country.
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We know you've got a lot of big decisions and we're here to help. Find your advisor and click "Book Now!" to schedule an appointment.
The Sorenson Legacy Foundation Center for Student Success also offers services to COH students. Learn more.
How to book an appointment
We've created a short video that walks you. through the booking process
Meet our undergraduate advisors
Jacklyn Chiu
Phone: 801-581-7586
Dave Belt
Phone: 801-587-3374
Maddie Miller
Phone: 801-587-3962
Eric Gardner
Phone: 801-585-0832
Jojo Y Beyene
Phone: 801-585-0827
Kelly C. Brown
Phone: 801-585-0555
Meet our graduate advisors
Sharon Benavides
Phone: 801-581-6726 Email: sharon.benavides@hsc.utah.edu
Andrea Moss
Phone: 801-585-9783 Email: andrea,moss@hsc.utah.edu
Kelly Brown
Phone: 801-585-0555 Email: kelly.brown@hsc.utah.edu
Jean Zancanella
Phone: 801-581-5280 Email: jean.zancanella@health.utah.edu
Thunder Jalili
Phone: 801-585-0399 Email: thunder.jalili@utah.edu
Katherine Beals
Phone: 801-581-5916 Email: katherine.beals@hsc.utah.edu
Dorothy Schmalz
Phone: 801-581-8080 Email: d.schmalz@health.utah.edu
Kaitlyn Tippetts
Phone: 801-581-5146 Email: kaitlyn.tippetts@hsc.utah.edu
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Title IX
The University does not discriminate on the basis of sex in the education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and 34 CFR part 106. The requirement not to discrimination in education programs or activities extends to admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and its regulations may be referred to the Title IX Coordinator, to the Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights, or both.
If you or someone you know has experienced sexual misconduct including sexual harassment, we encourage you to report it to the Title IX Coordinator in the Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action:
Sherrie Hayashi
Title IX Coordinator/Director
Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action (OEO/AA)
135 Park Building
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
801-581-8365
oeo@utah.edu
Online reports may be submitted at oeo.utah.edu.
For further information, please see:
https://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/
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