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This grant opportunity of up to $5,000 is open to all undergraduate students (from any discipline and any ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ-affiliated campus) who are interested in conducting scholarly work on various aspects of climate change, including but not limited to climate science, climate policy, visual or written communication of climate issues, and climate adaptation and mitigation strategies. We encourage proposals featuring interdisciplinary projects.

Degree-seeking ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and staff from all disciplines and ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ campuses are encouraged to apply for awards up to $5,000 to engage with a community partner to explore a community need or problem through research or scholarly activity. Awarded proposals will clearly describe a project with a desire to collaborate with a community partner (leader, organization, or population) who is willing to support undergraduate student involvement.

Degree-seeking ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ undergraduate students, graduate students, faculty, postdoctoral researchers, and staff from all disciplines and ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ campuses are encouraged to apply for awards of up to $5,000 are available for projects focused on cultivating a culture of respect, connection, belonging, and community for undergraduate students at ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ and ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ-affiliated campuses. Priority will be given to proposals that align with ÓÐÁϺÐ×ÓÊÓƵ-wide initiatives for improving the experience for undergraduate students, promoting student success, and fostering a sense of belonging and community while advocating for fair treatment of students.

Undergraduate students planning to pursue creative projects or conduct research during the Spring 2025 semester are invited to apply for Student Project funding up to $3,000 for individuals and up to $6,000 for group applicants.

Accepting applications September 30 - November 3, 2024. 

Travel funds support students presenting research or creative activity outcomes at a conference, meeting or congregation of their peers/professionals in their respective field, as well as students partaking in competitions.

Virtual event registration fees are also eligible for funding. 

Undergraduate students with confirmed unpaid or minimally paid internships are invited to apply for URSA’s Internship Award.  

Internships Applications are eligible for up to $3,000 for a Fall- or Spring-term internship or $6,000 for a Summer-term internship.

Students must have a secured opportunity in order to apply for funding.