Join The Goff Institute

Learn by doing. At Goff, you’ll grow your skills, your confidence, and your sense of purpose through real-world experiences—whether that’s in a lab, at a policy meeting, or on the field. You’ll get to:

  • Tackle real challenges facing organizations and explore solutions
  • Gain confidence and skills for internships with support from mentors
  • Join interactive events led by fellow Goff students

Explore Your Leadership Journey

All University of Utah students, at any stage of their undergraduate journey, can find a Goff program to help accelerate their goals.

Explorers

Be matched with your first internship with structured support throughout.

Pathfinders

Focus on self-discovery and leadership development as you navigate your sophomore year.

Trailblazers

Develop your leadership skills by collaborating with classmates to drive the missions of social impact organizations forward.

Scholars

Build career-ready skills by tackling real-world challenges faced by multiple companies over the course of a year

2024-2025 Strategic Leadership Award Winners

Goff Student Success Stories

Lily Wagner
Psychology Major

Through the Goff Scholars, Lily led her peers in creating a brand book for AR Trails, applying her knowledge of psychology to strategic decisions about logos, values, and advertising. As a Goff Ambassador and student staff, she gained leadership and collaboration skills, enriching her ability to turn academic insights into real-world solutions.

Ethan Black
Finance Major

Ethan joined Goff as a Trailblazer, working with Forbes 2025 Fintech 50 firm Esusu Financial to help bridge the racial wealth gap. His dedication led to an internship with them in NYC and launched his career. Now employed at Stripe, Ethan credits Goff for shaping his journey and inspiring a lifelong commitment to its mission and community.

Josie Renick
Operations & Supply Chain Major

As an Explorer, Josie interned at HERO, a national workplace wellness nonprofit. With Goff’s support, she learned to think strategically, communicate clearly, and take ownership. As a Trailblazers Trailblazer, Josie elevated her leadership journey by working with The Other Side Village to support formerly unhoused individuals, improving her abilities as a leader and community builder.

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