He runs the biggest community college in Utah. Here’s what he said in a new Q&A.

Greg Peterson has been leading Salt Lake Community College since July 2024. He sat down with The Salt Lake Tribune to talk about his work so far.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Salt Lake Community College President Greg Peterson in his office on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

(Rick Egan | The Salt Lake Tribune) Salt Lake Community College President Greg Peterson in his office on Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025.

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