Utah Valley University Hosts Utah NASA Space Grant Consortium Fellowship Symposium

Utah Valley University (UVU) hosted the Utah NASA Space Grant Consortium Fellowship Symposium and Annual Meeting of Affiliates on Monday, May 4. The event brought together undergraduate and graduate students, faculty, and institutional partners from across Utah to share research findings and highlight student achievement in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.

“Utah Valley University plays an important role in engaging students in meaningful, hands-on research experiences that connect directly to NASA’s mission areas and contribute to Utah’s expanding STEM workforce,” said Kim Olson, associate director of the Utah NASA Space Grant Consortium.

UVU is an affiliate member of the Utah NASA Space Grant Consortium, a statewide network that creates opportunities for students, faculty, and the public to engage with NASA’s aeronautics and space missions. Through programs in higher education, research, K-12 education, and informal learning, the consortium helps strengthen Utah’s STEM ecosystem and develop the next generation of aerospace and STEM professionals.

Through the consortium, UVU receives approximately $15,000 annually from NASA to support student research experiences and scholarships. During the most recent funding year, UVU supported 12 students with research awards in collaboration with eight faculty mentors and awarded eight scholarships to students studying in STEM fields. This year, 12 UVU students presented posters showcasing their research during the symposium.

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Original Post Date: 5.8.2026