Computer Software Acquisition Grant - Proposal Format (Word Form)
The Committee for the Improvement of Undergraduate Education wishes to announce the availability of grants to support the acquisition or development of computer software applicable to research in and projects for the improvement of instruction.
Faculty and staff who wish to obtain or develop computer software relevant to research in and projects toward improvement of instruction may submit a proposal to the Committee in the format outlined. Proposals will be supported to a maximum of $1000 unless special circumstances dictate increased support. Funds are not available for salaries to the grantee. The Committee may recommend total, part, or no funding.
Software acquisition must be directed toward the improvement of instruction, either directly or indirectly. The project application must contain proposed means for determining whether an addition to knowledge about instruction or improved applications or delivery of instruction is actually achieved. Each of the items on the attached proposal format should be addressed briefly, but cogently.
A request for computer equipment, software or other equipment must include a non-technical introductory paragraph which explains the purpose and need for the item requested.
In the event a project has several stages or extends over a long period of time, such as a year or longer, submit the project in its entirety with the stages clearly delineated. It may be that initial stages can be funded and additional funding granted in the next fiscal period.
Please submit a letter of recommendation (e.g. from dean, chair, or expert).
Supportable items will be determined by the enclosed objectives and criteria. All software obtained through the grant becomes the property of the university.
Funds may not be used to reward participants (i.e. gift certificates, drawings, etc.).
All paperwork for purchases and other expenses must be submitted to the Business Manager in the Office of the Vice Provost by May 15 or you will forfeit these monies.
Faculty whose projects are funded will submit a brief (two-page) activity report and an expense report by October 30. Recipients who do not submit reports will not be eligible for future funding. CIUE will acknowledge receipt of this report via e-mail.
Last updated 11/28/07