SCULPT is a faculty-led autonomous entity housed within Academic Affairs at Utah Valley University. The Office of Teaching and Learning supplies administrative and support services for SCULPT as needed. SCULPT is led and directed entirely by faculty volunteers. SCULPT works cooperatively with the Office of Teaching and Learning (OTL), the Office of Engaged Learning (OEL), and Academic Affairs. 

SCULPT provides resources to faculty members for developing inquiry-based pedagogy, encourages and recognizes undergraduate research, provides training for faculty in mentoring, advocates for recognition of inquiry-based teaching and learning in the RTP process, and provides information to students and faculty about funding opportunities and other research assistance. 

SCULPT provides faculty resources for:

• Developing inquiry-based pedagogy,
• Encouraging undergraduate research,
• Developing programs,
• Mentoring students,
• Developing skills and traits in students, and
• Helping identify and pursue funding.

Papers and Files

• View the SCULPT bylaws
• View the SCULPT white paper
• View the SCULPT handout
• View the CUR Characteristics of Excellence in Undergraduate Research document
• View the current SCULPT membership List
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Statement 

Joining SCULPT is easy! To get on the list, please email sculpt@uvu.edu and you will be notified of SCULPT meetings, activities, and opportunities as they come up. Faculty members do not need to be members to benefit from SCULPT activities and resources, but being a member will put you in touch with other faculty members who also value inquiry-based learning for students. Show your support for undergraduate research and inquiry-based pedagogy by adding your name to the list of members.

View Advisory Board Meeting Minutes

• Sep 30, 2022 Agenda
• Sep 30, 2022 Minutes