Upcoming Events

Oct

AI and Remote Work Orientation

Information/Orientation

Come learn about AI and the programs offered by the Rural Online Initiative through USU Extension to support remote work and e-commerce.

Curious about working remotely and learning more about how AI can help you professionally? Wondering how to find legitimate remote jobs and build the skills to qualify for them?

Join us to learn about the Remote Work Professional Certificate, a 4-week course offered through Utah State University’s Rural Online Initiative. This short, informal information session will cover:

What remote work really looks like

Skills employers are looking for

How the certificate prepares you for remote opportunities

What to expect from the course

If you’re exploring flexible work options or looking to increase your employability, this session is a great place to start.

Bring your questions — we’d love to meet you!

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | More Info

Oct

The Power of AI for Job Seekers Virtual Workshop

Information/Orientation

If you're job hunting right now, you already know the rules have changed. The people you're competing with are using AI to write their resumes, tailor cover letters to each posting, and rehearse for interviews. Showing up without those same tools can leave even strong candidates a step behind.

This workshop is a practical, no-fluff session that puts AI to work at every step of your job search journey. We focus on what's actually useful: the exact prompts that produce quality results, and the small tweaks that turn a mediocre AI response into a great one.

What we'll cover:

The basics of prompting (Including the six things that make AI actually listen to you)
Using AI to find job openings, including roles you may not have thought of
Spotting scam listings before you waste an afternoon applying
Rewriting resume bullet points so they sound like you and pass ATS keyword filters
Tailoring your resume and cover letter for a specific posting in minutes
Researching companies so you walk into the interview already informed
Practicing interview answers with free AI tools that give honest feedback

What you'll take home:

A handout with every prompt from the session, plus a few bonus pro

12:00 pm - 1:00 pm | Online/Virtual | More Info

Oct

Parenting Kids in Turbulent Times: Conversations That Build Connection, Courage, and Well‑Being

Panel Discussion/Presentation

Utah families are raising children in a moment marked by rapid change, heightened stress, and an overwhelming flow of information. Youth today are navigating rising mental‑health concerns, the relentless influence of social media, and the emotional impact of community challenges and national events that reach them instantly. Many parents want to talk with their children about these realities but feel unsure where to begin, how much to share, or how to support their kids without increasing fear or anxiety. This fall webinar brings together three leading Utah experts who work at the intersection of parenting, trauma, youth development, mental health, and family resilience. Together, they will offer research‑informed guidance and practical tools for navigating difficult conversations and strengthening emotional safety at home.

12:00 pm - 2:15 pm | Online/Virtual | More Info

Nov

Breaking the Cycle: ACEs, Trauma, and Utah’s Path to Healthier Children

Panel Discussion/Presentation

A research‑based conversation with Utah leaders/experts on Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), the impact of trauma, and new initiatives. Utah is taking a historic step to confront childhood trauma and its lifelong impact. Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) are linked to 9 of the 10 leading causes of death in the U.S., and ACE data show that 65.7% of Utah adults have experienced at least one ACE, while 1 in 4 have experienced three or more. These early adversities shape mental health, physical health, educational outcomes, and long‑term economic stability. Childhood trauma — particularly sexual abuse — is far more common than many realize and often goes unnoticed or unaddressed. We’ll be joined by three leading experts — Dr. R. Neal Davis, Holly Willard, and Dr. Brooks Keeshin — who will explore the science, clinical realities, and community impact of ACEs and childhood trauma. After their discussion, Sage Hancock, Executive Director of GenerationAll, will close the webinar by introducing Utah’s Healing Generations initiative, the first statewide ACE screening pilot of its kind.

12:00 pm - 1:15 pm | Online/Virtual | More Info

Dec

The Reindeer Express - Kaysville 2026

Fair/Festival

Get ready for a holiday adventure like no other at the 3rd Annual Reindeer Express! Explore our winter wonderland filled with hands-on activities, festive cheer, a photo op with Santa, and plenty of holiday magic. Perfect for all ages, this event offers a unique opportunity to learn about animals in a fun and engaging way while making unforgettable holiday memories.

10:00 am - 2:00 pm | More Info

Jan

Tradwives, Secret Lives, and Housewives: How Utah’s Real Cultural Norms Shape Women’s Lives

Panel Discussion/Presentation

A research‑based conversation on how Utah’s cultural norms shape women’s lives, body image, and power—and how we can create change. Utah women and girls are exposed to the same media, influencers, and cultural messages as women across the nation — yet the pressures they experience around beauty, body image, modesty, marriage, and gender expectations often feel uniquely intense. Why? What is it about Utah’s cultural, social, and religious environment that magnifies these dynamics? And how do these norms shape women’s lives, opportunities, relationships, and sense of self?

12:00 pm - 1:15 pm | Online/Virtual | More Info

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