Research Office Requests Proposals for 2016 Arts and Humanities Seed Grants

FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – For the fourth consecutive year, the Office of Vice Provost for Research and Economic Development at the University of Arkansas will award faculty research grants through its Arts and Humanities Seed Funding Program.

Tenured and tenure-track faculty from all colleges and schools are eligible to apply. The funded projects are intended to enrich the research and professional growth of the faculty member and the U of A and result in new opportunities for research or other creative endeavors.

The proposal deadline is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, March 30.

Particular emphasis will be given to projects in those areas for which the opportunity for external funding is limited. Proposers may request a budget of up to $5,000. Budget details should include major categories that will further a project, such as materials, travel and supplies. The budget must be accompanied by a one-page narrative justifying the request. The funds may not be used for faculty salary.

Proposals should be submitted as a single PDF file to research@uark.edu with the subject line: 2016 A&H Seed Grant Competition.

Proposals will be reviewed by a group of research faculty selected from departments, schools and colleges from across campus. Every application will receive a minimum of three independent reviews. The panel will discuss the reviews and develop a recommendation for funding to the vice provost for research and economic development.

For additional information e-mail Ralph Davis at ralphd@uark.edu.