University Neighborhood Partners

08/12/2026

Join us this Saturday for our biggest event of the season! Partners in the Park teams up with U of U Health for Healthy Start West Valley, to offer a huge assortment of opportunities, resources, food, and fun activities!

We'll have music, dancers, health info, and more. There will be free screenings for vision, diabetes, hearing, basic dental, and mammography. There will also be free shoes and socks for children pre-k through 6th grade (while supplies last), just in time for back to school.

Saturday, August 15th
10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Centennial Park
5405 W 3100 S, West Valley City

Free!

08/05/2026

Our partners at Salt Lake Community College are holding an awesome event here on the west side where you can learn about their programs and how you might begin your own educational pathway!

SLCC's Westpointe Campus - 1060 N Flyer Way (2120 W)
Friday August 7 | 6:00 p.m.

07/27/2026

University of Utah Health will provide FREE sports physicals for Fall and Spring high school sport programs during the Healthy Start West Valley/Partners in the Park event this August!

Spaces are limited and will be offered on a first come-first served basis.
Sign up for your appointment today at http://bit.ly/4pG9dhz

Healthy Start West Valley/Partners in the Park
August 15 - 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Centennial Park, 5405 W 3100 S

07/14/2026

This is a sign that you need to get over to Northwest Community & Recreation Center this evening for Partners in the Park! We hope you'll brave the heat for a little bit, so you don't miss out on the fun! ♥

07/12/2026

We’ll be at the Northwest Recreation and Community Center this Tuesday evening for Partners in the Park and hope to see you there!

July 14 | 6:00-8:00 p.m.
Northwest Recreation Center
1255 W Clark Ave

07/10/2026

FREE Intermediate English Classes!

Register now for the placement test which will be on Wednesday, August 19th at 5:30 PM. at the Utah Cultural Celebration Center, 1355 W 3100 S, West Valley City

Classes start: Tuesday, August 25
Held every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 to 8:00 PM
Classes End: Thursday, December 10

Register online at tinyurl.com/3sbcxykx
Or by phone at 801-213-8548 or by email [email protected]

07/01/2026

We want to shout out our thanks to WestSide Dance for bringing a little extra joy to our recent celebration. What they do is truly special!

07/01/2026

Fireworks are a summer tradition—but did you know some contain lead and other toxic metals? When they explode, they release fine particles and heavy metals into the air, which can harm our lungs, soil, water, and developing brains—especially in children and pregnant people.

There is no safe level of lead exposure. Let’s protect our health and still celebrate!

Tips for Safer Celebrations:
🚫 Skip backyard fireworks—opt for professional shows (at a distance)
🤖 Choose a drone or laser light show—a beautiful, non-toxic alternative
🪟 Close windows during displays and clean outdoor surfaces afterward
👏🏽Wash hands (especially for kids) after handling items left outside
💭 Stay indoors if you have asthma or other respiratory concerns

Let’s make this summer sparkle—without the toxic fallout.

06/29/2026

The Environmental Resident Committee is one example of the partnership model engaging in collaborative efforts. Get to know these residents, their stories, projects, and their contribution to SLC's Comprehensive Climate Action Plan. Read the blog with the link below.

History Resident input has always been foundational to the community partnership work that comes out of the UNP network. In its early days Irene Fisher,...

06/22/2026

Get to know Nancy Hernandez, a youth leader that is an advocate for the west side community and accessing education. When asked about her goals, Nancy says, “I want to help people in a bigger way – I want to be their doctor!"

UNP is honored to work with such bright youth! Nancy is just one example of the leadership and advocacy work that drive our youth to create their own path to success. Click the link below to learn more about Nancy and her road to leadership.

Background 11th grader, Nancy Hernandez, wants to help. She explains, “I always think about being able to help. Helping others is...