Bemidji State University Faculty Mini-Grant Program

The BSU Faculty Mini-Grant Program for 2011-2012 is sponsored by the Office of the President to support faculty initiatives in the areas of a) new teaching pedagogies and curriculum innovations, b) research and other scholarly and creative endeavors, and c) community collaborations.

All faculty members are eligible to apply for mini-grants.  The grant period is October 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012. All funds must be expended by June 30, 2012.  Awards made in Spring 2012 will be made in the amount of $2,000 or less ($4,000 for multi-disciplinary projects). Total available dollars for the 2011-2012 year is $30,000. These mini-grants are intended to support projects which require funds that exceed amounts normally provided by departmental budgets. Requests for funding of activities completed prior to proposal submission will not be considered. There is both a fall and spring call. A final report or presentation is expected after project completion.

Mini-Grant Application Process

Application forms are available on the Office of the President website and from the Center for Professional Development. Please be sure that all required information is provided. Include an exact budget for each request, without exceeding the maximum specified limits.

The Professional Improvement Committee will review applications and faculty will be notified within three weeks whether their proposal has been approved or not.  Completed forms should be submitted to the appropriate College Dean.

Funding Priorities are:
•    Projects that create or enhance International/ multicultural understanding, civic engagement, and environmental stewardship.
•    Faculty student collaborative projects in teaching, research, or service learning.
•    Collaborative projects across departments submitted by faculty from different disciplines ($4,000 maximum per group-sponsored project).
•    Proposals that have a significant impact on students, the curriculum, or the community.

Funds will NOT be provided for the following:
•    Faculty salaries or reassigned time
•    Support of graduate students receiving fellowships or assistantships
•    Classroom equipment, textbooks, and office supplies.