The University of Utah wants your input.
So do we.
The U. officially announced on Monday that it’s looking into a renovation of the 57-year-old Jon M. Huntsman Center. The Utes have selected Populous and VCBO Architecture to conduct a comprehensive feasibility study to survey options that could help modernize Utah’s aging arena.
“We are excited to begin this collaborative process with our campus partners to envision what the future can look like for our fans and our sports programs that compete in the Huntsman Center,” Utah Athletic Director Mark Harlan said in a statement. “We chose Populous and VCBO Architecture to conduct this feasibility study so we can really get a deeper understanding of the possibilities and opportunities that a major arena renovation would deliver.”
Utah will include input from its fans, donors, ticket purchasers and business partners (an email survey was sent out this week) — as part of the study.
“Whether this process leads to a moderate renovation, a transformational renovation, or a partial rebuild,” Harlan said. “It is vital that we have their input and feedback to inform the design and gameday experience they desire.”
Now, I’m curious to know what you think. What do Utah fans want to see done to the program’s arena? Let me know in The Salt Lake Tribune’s poll below.

Jason Batacao