The University Technology Fee Advisory Board is now accepting project proposals, focusing on campus-wide technology projects and initiatives, with the goal of benefiting as many of their fellow students as possible.

The UTFAB accepts submissions on a rolling basis and proposal forms can be completed and submitted as they become available until 11:59 p.m. on Jan. 20 through the online UTFAB Project Proposal Form on the UTFAB website. Following the review of proposals, presentations will be scheduled for selected times during the spring semester.

“This past year, UTFAB accepted our center’s proposal to fund the ReadSpeaker tool suite in Canvas,” said Chelsea Hansen, administrative assistant for the Assistive Technology Resource Center. “ReadSpeaker is an assistive technology whose primary function is text-to-speech, which allows anyone who uses Canvas to listen to their course readings and other web content. Because of their support, we are able to continue providing these tools to make Canvas more inclusive and accessible.”

Formed in 2003, UTFAB board is composed of student representatives from each academic college, the Graduate School and the Associated Students of Colorado State University.

Andrew Wilson-Axpe, current UTFAB Chair and business major, reflected on the group’s mission. “I’m eager and optimistic about the potential of the student tech fee in elevating the student experience,” said Wilson-Axpe. “Through widespread collaboration across the campus, we have the opportunity to create an extraordinary impact.”

The University Technology Fee Advisory Board envisions a future where CSU thrives in diversity, inclusivity, equity and accessibility through the strategic allocation of resources to technology-focused projects and services. As a committee led by students, for students, they are committed to balancing impact while addressing the evolving needs of the CSU community. UTFAB strives to lead innovation and address long-term technology challenges with unwavering transparency.