Founders’ Week 2025
Each June, Founders’ Week celebrates the vision and dedication of Jon M. Huntsman Sr. and the many individuals who transformed an empty hillside into a world-renowned cancer center.
Faculty, staff, students, and providers—including those at our community clinics in Farmington, South Jordan, and Sugar House—are invited to come together as one HCI community to honor our history, celebrate our present, and look forward to our future.
Schedule of Events
Juneteenth
Juneteenth Activities
We encourage our community to learn about and participate in Juneteenth activities led by the University of Utah as we recognize this important day.
Welcome and Blood Drive
Welcome Breakfast Bars
7–10:30 am | Staff areas
Start the day with welcome breakfast bars delivered to staff areas.
Summer Blood Drive
9 am–2 pm | Research North auditorium
If you are eligible to donate, please help ARUP meet the demand for blood products. Each donor will receive a gift card from The Point. Walk-ins are welcome, but .
State of HCI, Employee Showcase and Lunch
State of HCI
11 am–12:15 pm | Research North auditorium
Join CEO Mary Beckerle, PhD, for the annual State of Huntsman Cancer Institute address.
Showcase
12:30–2 pm | Research South parking lot
Stop by the team showcase booths and learn about the remarkable work happening across HCI. See map.
Lunch
12:30–2 pm | Research South parking lot
Grab lunch from local vendors in the Research South parking lot. See map.
Lunch Menu
- Cheese
- Extreme Veggie
- Stromboli (pepperoni, onions, green peppers, Italian sausage)
- Pepperoni
- Beef Hot Dog and Condiments
The Point
Vegan & Nut Fee
- Strawberry Salad
The Pie Pizzeria
Gluten Free Pizza
- Mini Meat (breakfast bacon, pepperoni, Canadian bacon, mozzarella)
- Extreme Veggie
- Supreme (pepperoni, bacon, Canadian bacon, mushrooms, olives, red onions, cheese)
Vegan Pizza
- Figaro (vegan sausage, onions, green peppers, tomatoes, vegan cheese)
- Extreme Veggie
Bingo and Prizes
Bingo
2–3:30 pm | Research North auditorium
Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, treats, and fun prizes.
Ping Pong, Ice Cream, and Wellness
Ping Pong Finals
1–2 pm | Research North auditorium
Cheer on the finalists in our annual ping pong tournament.
Ice Cream Social
2–3:30 pm | Research North roundabout
Join us for an ice cream social.
Wellness Center Celebration
3–5 pm | Wellness & Integrative Health Center
Celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Wellness & Integrative Health Center.
Note: Special activities and treats are also planned at our Farmington, South Jordan, and Sugar House clinic locations to ensure all employees can join in the celebration.
All food and prizes available while supplies last.