Connections Program

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  • Connections Award

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    The USCA Center for Research Excellence sponsors the Connections Award to promote the formation of research and creative interactions between our students and faculty. The Connections program will provide funding, up to $1000, for mentored undergraduate scholarly and creative activities.

    All USCA undergraduates with a GPA of 3.0 or higher interested in pursuing research or creative activities with a USCA faculty member are encouraged to apply, regardless of major. The Call for Proposals provides specific details about this program.

    We invite all interested students and their mentors to participate.  

    Call For Proposals Spring 2025

    Call for Student Travel Application

    Connections Proposals

    The Connections Application Guidelines are provided to aid students and their mentors in developing a Connections proposal.

    Connections Guidelines

    Proposal Budget Form

    Important Dates

    • Call for proposals: February 14, 2025
    • Proposal due date: March 14, 2025
    • Award announcements: March 21, 2025

    Apply for the Connections Program

    Connections Funding Application

     

    Connections Student Travel Award

    In addition to the Connections Student Travel application, three forms are also required and must be submitted on the online application.

    1. A brief personal statement, written by the student, describes the intended presentation's nature and how participation will further the student’s academic career.
    2. An invitation/acceptance letter for the presentation is required. If notification of acceptance has not been received before the application deadline, please attach proof of submission.
    3. A completed signature form

     

    Connections Student Travel Application

    Important Dates

    • Call for Student Travel applications: February 14, 2025
    • Application Due date: March 14, 2025
    • Travel Awards made: March 21, 2025
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