Grants & Awards

The Seed Grant provides financial support for new and innovative research projects and other projects that result in a proposal for external funding. New and early-career faculty are especially encouraged to apply, however all faculty including those in advanced stages will be considered. Read the grant application guidelines to find proposal information and the Department Acceptance form. 

The purpose of the Faculty Travel Grant is to provide financial assistance for faculty to participate in development activities that directly enhance the individual's research and/or teaching. These funds may only be used for travel to present at conferences. Faculty are eligible to apply for these funds with the approval of the respective department head. Priority will be given to projects that could lead to promotion to associate or full professor/clinical professor, etc. Reference should be made in the application to the documented departmental promotion standards. Award amounts are up to $1,200 for up to 2 faculty members per academic department. Read the grant application guidelines to find proposal information and the Department Acceptance form. 

This grant supports faculty in the pursuit of novel or innovative professional development activities that directly enhance their research and/or teaching. Funds are competitive and can be used to support equipment purchases, or other resources related to research, teaching, and assessment. Read the grant application guidelines to find proposal information and the Department Acceptance form.