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Initiative Grant Applications are due Wednesday, October 14 at 4 p.m.

The purpose of the Initiative Grant is to enhance thesis research opportunities for students by providing modest support for research expenses. A carefully prepared and realistically budgeted proposal is required. Awards are limited to a total of $2,500.

A completed application will consist of:

1.    Application and Budget Form (download). 

·    Single spaced, narrative description of the proposal (5-page maximum. Solid proposals should be at least 3-4 pages long.). This comprehensive description should contain:

·  Background and rationale including citations

·  Overall project design

·  Methodology of research

·  Anticipated outcomes

·  Previous work completed to ensure research will be successful. For example, contacting institutions where research will be conducted.

·  The rigor of a professional grant application.

2.    Evaluative letter from a faculty sponsor (download guidelines).

3.    Pertinent ancillary documents in support of the proposed activity. 

The applicant will upload their Initiative Grant Application and Budget Form online. Link to Grant Application center on IRIS. Click Initiative grant. The faculty sponsor must review the entire grant application and provide an evaluative letter of support, which can be uploaded online or emailed directly to Jolie Griffin, URC Administrator, at griffinjo@reed.edu. 

Read the full details of the Initiative Grant application process here. For more information on eligibility or any questions about the application process, applicants are strongly encouraged to contact Jolie Griffin (griffinjo@reed.edu).