Faculty Professional Development Committee
The Professional Development Committee (PDC) shall review and make funding recommendations on matters that enhance the professional effectiveness of faculty members in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and research.
Grant Applications
The PDC awards grants to help fund new research projects; travel to conferences, workshops, or training; and colloquia for the university community.
Please review the policies of the PDC in the PDC Handbook before applying. When asked to submit a Curriculum Vitae Summary, please reference the example provided in the PDC Handbook.
NOTICE: PDC Grant Application Portals will open on Thursday, October 1st. The portals will remain open until all funds have been awarded.
| Research | Travel | Colloquia | |
|---|---|---|---|
| PDC Handbook | PDC Handbook Pages 9 | PDC Handbook Pages 10 | PDC Handbook Pages 11 |
| 2026-2027 Award Limit |
$4,000 |
National Limit is $2,250 and International Travel Limit is $3,500 |
$3,000 per Department, see Canvas site for details |
| Applications | Research Grant | Travel Grant | Colloquia Grant |
