UVU is a Place for Workforce Readiness!

Three pronged mission of Workforce Alignment

At UVU, every part of the student experience supports workforce readiness. The Workforce Alignment team facilitates and coordinates workforce efforts across campus and with external partners, connecting what happens at UVU to regional and state workforce needs so that graduates are prepared to make a positive difference in their communities.
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The Abundant University: A Vision for Higher Education

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Higher education is entering a new era; one shaped by global change, statewide, momentum, industry and societal shifts. Michael Smith's The Abundant University champions bold ideas for an evolving world of higher education. Join us as we examine what this transformation means for Utah and how UVU can seize the opportunities ahead to build a more abundant, inclusive, and future‑ready institution.
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UVU Faculty Summer Institute

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Faculty are invited to apply for the 2026 UVU Faculty Summer Institute, focused on designing workforce-aligned learning experiences through credit for prior learning, embedded credentials, project-based learning, industry partnerships, CEUs—and the responsible use of AI to enhance teaching and assessment.
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UVU Faculty Summer Externships

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The UVU Summer Faculty Externship Program offers paid summer opportunities for full-time faculty to work directly with Utah businesses and nonprofit organizations related to their academic discipline.

Through hands-on experiences—ranging from project participation to job shadowing and technology demonstrations—faculty gain firsthand understanding of workplace expectations and the durable and technical skills students need to thrive in today’s job market.

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