The Global Spotlight Initiative is an effort led by the Office for Global Engagement to support UVU faculty and to promote global awareness throughout Utah Valley University. It is carefully designed with the intent to encourage global and intercultural engagement across campus and within the community. Faculty may have up to $1500 of approved expenses reimbursed to their department to assist with their event or activity.
Please review the Funding Request Rules carefully before submitting a proposal. The Global Spotlight experience must include an international component which benefits students directly.See older events here.
Funds cannot be used for:
Funds can be used for:
Click here to submit a funding request.
You will receive an initial response within 7 business
Examples of previous Global Spotlight events:
Please direct any questions related to the Global Spotlight Initiative to: Amy Barnett at abarnett@uvu.edu
Upcoming Event
Upcoming Event
On April 28 at 7:00 pm in the UVU Grand Ballroom, the Office for Global Engagement, in conjunction with the City of Cusco in Peru and the Consulate of Peru, celebrated the most significant Incan festival of the Andean Calendar, the Inti Raymi (Sun Festival). This is the first time in their history that this celebration was held outside of Peru.
Dr. Francis Edward Su
Benediktsson-Karwa
Professor of Mathematics Harvey Mudd College
"The deep connection between mathematics and human desires show why people in every culture around the globe do mathematics, not just to build things and conduct commerce, but for enjoyment and exploration."
International Mother Language Day recognizes that languages and multilingualism can advance inclusion, and the Sustainable Development Goals’ focus on leaving no one behind. UNESCO believes education, based on the first language or mother tongue, must begin from the early years as early childhood care and education is the foundation of learning.