University of Utah Endowed Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program Fellowship for Arts Teaching Students

The Endowed Beverley Taylor Sorenson Arts Learning Program (BTSALP) Fellowship is awarded to select outstanding arts teaching students in the CFA who are passionate about pursuing a career in the field of arts education. Applicants must provide strong evidence of school or community-based pedagogical experience working with young people and educators in grades K-12.
-Fellowship funding is for one year (two consecutive semesters).
-Fellowship amount: $2,000 ($1,000 in Fall and $1,000 in Spring)

Endowed BTSALP Fellowship responsibilities include (but are not limited to):
-Teach and train 5 hours a month with top BTSALP specialists at local elementary schools in the University of Utah region.
-Engage in 2-hour monthly meetings with other BTSALP Endowed Fellows and mentor BTSALP specialists.
-Support the planning and implementation of ArtsLINK, CFA’s annual arts integration conference.
-Attend BTSALP professional learning opportunities alongside classroom teachers and BTSALP specialists.
-Average fellowship hours per month = 8-10 hours.
-Some months require more teaching and planning than others.

Mission:
-To strengthen and increase arts education research, practice, and advocacy.
-To support and encourage pedagogical development of outstanding arts teaching students pursuing teacher licensure in the College of Fine Arts (CFA) as they pertain to the implementation and practice of arts integration.

Award
$2,000
Deadline
04/30/2023
Supplemental Questions
  1. In what College of Fine Arts area are you seeking teaching licensure?
  2. What is your major in the College of Fine Arts (declared or anticipated)?
  3. If applicable, what is your College of Fine Arts minor (declared/anticipated)?
  4. If applicable, what is your College of Fine Arts emphasis (declared or anticipated)?
  5. What is your current year in your College of Fine Arts Program?
  6. Please list your awards or honors received.
  7. What was your last term GPA?
  8. Upload your current Degree Audit Report. If you are an incoming transfer student or incoming prospective student, please upload your transcripts. (Applications that do not include current Degree Audit Reports or transcripts will not be considered.)
  9. Statement of Purpose (300-500 words). Describe your background as an artist and arts educator (your experiences and training). Please indicate why you are pursuing a career in arts education and your interest in working with the BTSALP. In closing, explain how this fellowship will support your professional goals and educational experiences at the University of Utah. (Applications that do not include current Degree Audit Reports or transcripts will not be considered.)
  10. Upload your résumé (Applications that do not include current Degree Audit Reports or transcripts will not be considered.)
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