Here’s what you need to know about the University of Utah’s private equity athletics deal right now
On Tuesday, the University of Utah announced its intention to form a for-profit company called Utah Brands & Entertainment.
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Private equity makes its first college sports play
The University of Utah’s board of trustees on Tuesday unanimously approved the creation of a for-profit company in partnership with private equity firm Otro Capital.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah approves groundbreaking athletics plan to pursue private equity
Utah would be the first to include outside investors.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah nearing first-of-its-kind revenue plan for athletics department
School proposes deal with private equity firm to infuse cash into sports programs.
Read MoreThe many benefits of college athletics in Utah
The report links schools’ athletics success to increases in admissions applications.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah Taking Investment From Private Equity
The University of Utah is forming a corporate entity to manage revenue-generating athletic operations, and private-equity firm Otro Capital will be a minority investor.
Read MoreSources: University of Utah nearing landmark private equity deal expected to generate $500 million
The endeavor with Otro Capital is more than just a nine-figure infusion of cash.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah team discovers rare computer relic
This particular tape was influential. It paved the way for operating systems like Linux and macOS.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah Health research funding reaches record $531M in 2025
The National Institutes of Health was once again the largest source of funding support, providing $264.1 million.
Read MoreUniversity of Utah professor researches alternative risk factors in unexpected suicides
According to a press release form the University, about half of the people who die by suicide have no previously documented mental health conditions, suicidal thoughts or behaviors, or depression.
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