UVU Alert: Mental Health Resources for Students

The UVU community has been deeply affected by the violence on September 10. We encourage everyone to seek mental health care, whether they witnessed the event or not. To learn about on campus, virtual, and community mental health resources, visit: https://www.uvu.edu/studenthealth/

UVU Alert: Incident All Clear

In response to an earlier incident, law enforcement have issued an all clear. 

UVU Alert: Friday, September 19: All Campuses Will Close at 1 pm

 

All buildings, classrooms, and office spaces on UVU's campuses will close at 1 pm this Friday, September 19, due to the Vigil for Unity at 4 pm at the UCCU Center. Please take your personal possessions with you as the doors across campus will be locked. Please plan accordingly and share details of this campus closure with your students and/or employees. Please also note that the campus will be closed on Saturday, September 20, with exceptions including the Fulton Library and sporting events.  Part-Time, Student, and Non-Exempt Employees: Part-time, student, and non-exempt employees will be paid for their regular hours on Friday. They should adjust their time in TIMS to reflect their regular hours. Supervisors will then finalize and certify hours to confirm they are correct. What to Know About the Vigil In the wake of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of Charlie Kirk during an event on campus on September 10, Utah Valley University will host a Vigil for Unity on Friday, September 19, at the UCCU Center at 4 pm, with doors opening at 2:30 pm. The vigil will provide a space for students, faculty, staff, and community members to come together in remembering, healing, and reaffirming shared values. The Vigil for Unity is open to the public. UVU encourages all who attend to come in the spirit of peace, reflection, and mutual support. A video livestream will be available on uvu.edu for those unable to attend.  *Please note that NO BAGS of any kind will be allowed into the UCCU Center for this vigil.

UVU Alert: UVU Emergency Text Updates

Please take a moment to check that your contact information is up to date and you are signed up for emergency text alerts from UVU. Simply follow the student or employee link below and visit the “Alerts and Notifications” section to start the quick verification process. 

 

Students: https://www.uvu.edu/emergencymanagement/student_preparedness.html 

Employees: https://www.uvu.edu/emergencymanagement/employee/campus_preparedness.html

UVU Alert: Mental Health Support and Resources/Gathering Personal Effects

• FBI Victim Services

• The FBI’s Salt Lake City Division has created this Virtual Family Assistance Center to support those who were present at the event in Orem, Utah, on September 10, 2025.
• FBI resources across the country, including victim specialists, responded to assist those who have been affected. Please review this website for information on resources available, including the personal effects and intake information forms. Please contact the FBI at OremVictimAssist@fbi.gov if you have questions about these resources and/or forms.
• To learn about the community resources available, visit the FBI’s Virtual Family Resource Center.

 

• STUDENTS

• In person UVU Mental Health Support for students September 17-19

 

• September 17, Wednesday 

• 9-7, YLAC
• 9-3, SC 206abc 

• September 18, Thursday 

• 9-3, SC 206abc

• September 19, Friday 

• 9-3, SC 206abc

• Visit https://www.uvu.edu/studenthealth/

 

• EMPLOYEES

• Details for employee support can be found in myUVU Workplace at my.uvu.edu/workplace/peopleandculture/docs/benefits/employe_mental_health_services.pdf.

 

• Virtual Mental Health Support

• 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline / dial 9-8-8: The 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is available 24/7/365 via call, text, and chat to provide one-on-one assistance and compassionate support.
• Wasatch Behavioral Health: A public behavioral health center providing services to meet the needs of children, youth, adults, and their families. Services include individual therapy, family therapy, residential services, and 24-hour crisis response.
• 2-1-1 by United Way | United Way of Utah County / dial 2-1-1: 211 by United Way connects individuals and families with local services, including physical and mental health resources, housing support, disaster recovery, and healthcare. Dial 211, download the app, or go online to see local services.
• National Mass Violence Center: Network of resources available to survivors of mass violence.
• National Child Traumatic Stress Network: Resources for caregivers to support children and teenagers recover from traumatic events.
• TimelyCare Talk Now Support (UVU Students & Employees Only)

 

Retrieval of Belongings

• Monday, September 15-Wednesday, September 17 

• The FBI will be facilitating personal effects return at the Utah Valley University Young Living Alumni Center beginning Monday, September 15, from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Local service providers will also be available to connect victims with local resources.
• Full hours of operation will be: 

• Monday, September 15: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Tuesday, September 16: 9 a.m. – 9 p.m.
• Wednesday, September 17: 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
• Address: 1062 W 800 S, Orem, Utah, 84058

• September 18 and beyond 

• Non-Courtyard personal effects will be located at Campus Connection through the Lost and Found process.
• More information to come for the personal effects that were in the Courtyard and processed by the FBI that have not been picked up by September 17 

 

UVU Alert: Vigil for Unity September 19, 2025

In the wake of the tragic shooting that claimed the life of Charlie Kirk during an event on campus on September 10, Utah Valley University (UVU) will host a Vigil for Unity on Friday, September 19, at the UCCU Center at 4 pm, with doors opening at 2:30 pm. UCCU Center is located at 800 W University Pkwy in Orem. The vigil will provide a space for students, faculty, staff, and community members to come together in remembering, healing, and reaffirming shared values.

“This attack was not just on an individual, but on the spirit of free expression, civil discourse, and intellectual inquiry that sits at the very foundation of our university,” said Astrid S. Tuminez, president of Utah Valley University. “The violence that occurred on our campus has shaken us deeply. We remain steadfast in our commitment to learning, dialogue, and the values that unite us, even in times of grief. Together we choose hope for the future, and care for each other during this time.”

The Vigil for Unity is open to the public. UVU encourages all who attend to come in the spirit of peace, reflection, and mutual support.  A video livestream will be available for those unable to attend from uvu.edu.

*Please note that bags of any kind will not be allowed into the UCCU Center for this vigil.

 

UVU Alert: Mental Health Continued Support Available for 9/18 & 9/19

 In addition to the mental health support at the Young Living Alumni Center (YLAC) mental health counselors will also be available in Sorensen Center (SC) 206abc from 9am-3pm

 

Thursday, September 18

Mental health counselors  available from 9am-3pm in SC 206abc

 

Friday, September 19

Mental health counselors available from 9am-3pm in SC 206abc

 

As a reminder virtual mental health support is always available by calling 988. For additional mental health support visit: https://www.uvu.edu/studenthealth/

 

Additional employee mental health support: https://my.uvu.edu/workplace/peopleandculture/benefits/  

 

FBI Virtual Family Assistance Center: https://www.fbi.gov/how-we-can-help-you/victim-services/seeking-victim-information/fbi-salt-lake-ci…