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Scott M. Smith Building: A New Smart Building

Scott M. Smith Engineering Building in January 2026, providing students, faculty, industry, and government partners with a modern, well-equipped, collaborative environment designed to prepare the next generation of engineers and computer scientists to make an immediate impact.
The Scott M. Smith Engineering Building provides:

  • Enhanced, collaborative learning environments with modular and flexible furnishings designed to accommodate emerging technologies.
  • Experiential learning spaces and program-specific classrooms and laboratories that support hands-on education.
  • Advanced manufacturing facilities with design, testing, and fabrication capabilities.

Room Naming Opportunities

Ribbon Cutting Highlight

 

Thank You

A Lasting Legacy

The Smith College of Engineering and Technology gratefully recognizes Scott and Karen Smith for their generous $25 million gift to Utah Valley University. Their support helped make the Scott M. Smith Engineering and Technology Building possible and continues to create opportunities for generations of UVU students.

We are grateful for their lasting investment in the future of engineering and technology education.

Departments in the SE Building

 

Digital Media Soundstage

1st Floor

Mechanical & Civil Engineering

2nd Floor

Electrical & Computer Engineering

3rd Floor

Computer Science

4th Floor

SCET Dean's Office

4th Floor

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A True Experiential Facility

Interactive Environments

In comfortable collaborative spaces, students will develop a sense of ownership, build collaborative learning and study relationships, and participate in college-, government-, and industry-sponsored events.

Creative and Entrepreneurial Support Spaces

Dedicated, flexible spaces for student capstone projects, design studios, prototyping, and entrepreneurial activities foster experiential learning, collaboration, innovation, and real-world problem-solving skills.

Stefan Harlan

Want to Know More?

Contact Stefan

Assistant Dean

Email: [email protected]

Office: SE-427J-MS249

Phone: 801-863-4657