The University Assessment Steering Committee (UASC) and the Graduate College are proud to jointly sponsor the Graduate Student Assessment Grant (GSAG) competition, a new award that furthers academic excellence and intellectual inquiry as well as provides a rare opportunity for students and faculty to engage in assessment scholarship that benefits the institution and the wider academic community. The award also encourages an interdisciplinary dialogue through a scholarly exchange of ideas. The GSAG will be given once a year, with grants of up to $1,000 available. Graduate students in any field who are conducting research related to assessment are invited to submit a proposal. Submission deadline is Wednesday, February 1, 2012, with the award to be announced on March 23, during the Assessment in Action Day event.

Please click onto the link below to access important information regarding the award and students' eligibility. The Graduate College will sponsor two preparatory sessions for graduate students on Tuesday, January 17, in the OVPR Conference Room A (264 W), located on the second floor of Walwood Hall. Applicants are encouraged to attend a session of their choice, prepared to receive and discuss critical feedback regarding their respective proposals. In order to avoid delays, it is advisable to call and schedule an appointment: 7. 8212.

Session One: 10:00 a.m. - noon
Session Two: 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Please direct questions or concerns to Drs. David Reinhold (david.reinhold@wmich.edu); Marianne Di Pierro (marianne.dipierro@wmich.edu ); Julie Nemire (julie.nemire@wmich.edu) or to Associate Professor and UASC Chair, Bradford Dennis (bradford.dennis@wmich.edu

Graduate Student Assessment Grant Application [.docx]

Last Updated 12-22-11

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