Purpose:
The individual faculty member is responsible for his or her own professional growth. However, through the Potter College Professional Development Committee, the college complements the financial support of the individual and the department, supporting activities that enhance scholarly productivity.
Who May Apply:
All full-time faculty in Potter College may apply for funding. Faculty may apply prior to final acceptance by a conference or event. Applications will be considered and potentially funded pending proof of acceptance.
Funded Activities:
Travel to meetings of international, national or regional scope to:
present the results of research or creative activity in one's academic discipline (Funding up to 100%)
respond to scholarly or creative activity in one's academic discipline (up to 80%)
fulfill the responsibilities of membership on the governing body of an organization (up to 60%)
chair scholarly or creative programs or sessions (up to 40%)
*If your activity does not fit into one of the above categories, there may be other sources of funding available for those who qualify. Please contact Rita McGuire at x52344 for additional information.
Activities Not Funded:
Research projects.
Secretarial assistance.
Books, equipment or materials.
Applicant's time and effort.
Preparation of manuscripts/creative works for publication or presentation.
Completion of an academic degree.
Activities related to an approved sabbatical proposal.
Activities that occur prior to submitting an application to the committee for consideration.
Dues to professional associations.
Attendance with no active participation in conference.
Funding:
Because funding is limited, faculty members should apply early. Faculty are not limited in the number of requests they may submit per fiscal year (July 1 to June 30). Faculty may receive a maximum of $900 per application for professional development activities conducted in the contiguous United States, Canada and Mexico; a maximum of $1,200 for professional development activities conducted outside North America, Alaska and Hawaii. The maximum amount that any one faculty member may receive per fiscal year is $1,200.
How To Apply:
Potter College Scholarship (Professional) Development Funding Application
The committee will not consider an application for funds for a faculty development activity which occurred before the application was submitted.
Complete applications must include the following:
1. Application Form: Which includes explanation of proposed activity, statement of expenses and other funding, and department head's endorsement is now an online form. Handwritten applications will not be accepted.
2. Documentation: A proposal for travel to present the results of research or creative activity must be accompanied by documentation of the acceptance of the research, paper, or creative work to be presented and, if possible, a copy of the program page listing the event. A proposal for attendance at a workshop, short course or seminar must be accompanied by a copy of the brochure or other material describing the activity. If your participation was invited, include a copy of the invitation. Any other proposal should include all relevant materials.
The committee meetings will be on these dates @ 2 p.m. in FAC Room 221 unless otherwise notified:
Sept. 16th, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Sept. 12th.
Oct. 21st, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Oct. 17th.
Nov. 18th , with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Nov. 14th.
Dec. – TBD
Jan. 20th, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Jan. 16th.
Feb. 17th, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Feb.13th.
Mar. 16th, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. Mar. 12th.
Apr. 20th, with proposals due 4:00 p.m. April 16th.
May - TBD
Applications for development activities in the Summer months are welcome, and should be submitted using the electronic process.
Incomplete applications:
Incomplete applications will not be considered and action will not be taken on your proposal until all materials have been submitted for the next committee meeting.
Sign-Offs:
All documents related to funded activities must clear all other offices for approval and account numbers (e.g., department head) before being forwarded to the Office of the Dean of Potter College. Travel vouchers should be submitted within thirty days after completion of the activity.
Final Report:
A written report must be submitted to the Office of the Dean of Potter College within thirty days after the funded activity.
Professional Development Application:
The Professional Development Application is now an on-line form. Click here to fill out the application.
