Call for Applications: Arts and Humanities Grants for Research Diversity
November 11, 2024 | Kristen Chavez
DEADLINE: JANUARY 27, 2025
The Arts and Humanities Grant for Research Diversity supports research, professional development, and creative activities that promote research diversity.
UNC System Policy defines “diversity” as “the ways in which individuals vary, including, but not limited to, backgrounds, beliefs, viewpoints, abilities, cultures, and traditions that distinguish one individual or group from another.” Funds are for arts- and humanities-related endeavors that advance research diversity and are available through the end of the following fiscal year.
These funds will expire on June 30, 2026.
Who may apply?
Faculty holding a tenure-stream or full-time fixed-term position (1.0 FTE) at any rank and from any unit at UNC-Chapel Hill are welcome to apply. Fixed-term faculty must have at least one year of service at the University and hold contracts that extend at least through the end of the fiscal year following the grant period.
When are applications due?
Monday, January 27, 2025
What types of expenses are permissible?
- Research-related travel
- Conferences or other professional development activities
- Work equipment
- Graduate/student/research/creative assistants
- Research/artistic materials/books
- Food for research-related seminars and workshops
What types of expenses are not permitted?
- Personal use
- Course/teaching development
- Regular or base salary
- Summer salary
- Any related administrative supplements
For publishing-related expenses, please apply for the Arts and Humanities Publication Support Grant.
Do the funds expire?
Yes. Funds awarded in the 2024-2025 academic year will expire on June 30, 2026.
Are there any reporting requirements?
Publication of the results of a research project or a program/catalog/other promotional material for a public or artistic project should include an acknowledgment of funding from the Institute for the Arts and Humanities. A one-page summary of the awardee’s project, general expenditures, and the work enabled by this assistance should be submitted to the IAH at the end of the funding period.
What are the steps to apply?
Faculty should complete an application in Interfolio, which includes:
- A description of the nature of your grant request and how it will benefit your scholarship or professional development and promote research diversity (750 words).
- Current CV
- Proposed budget
When will I be notified of a decision?
Applicants will receive a notification within four weeks of the deadline.
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