Non-Senate Faculty Professional Development Fund Call For Proposals
Non-Senate Faculty Professional Development Fund
2011 – 2012 Call for Proposals
Award Period: July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2012
Deadline: Monday, April 4, 2011
View the complete Call for Proposals as a PDF here.
In accordance with the contract with Unit 18 negotiated by the UC-AFT, the University created a fund for
professional development for non-senate faculty (NSF) members. The Non-Senate Faculty Council on
Professional Development, a committee of five current non-senate faculty members, is charged with
reviewing applications for these funds and making recommendations to the Executive Vice Chancellor.
The relevant clause of the contract is as follows:
Individual NSF will be eligible to submit requests for funding to support proposals for professional
development including but not limited to professional meetings, training seminars, software and paid
leave, all of which should be in support of pedagogical endeavors. Only those NSF with Continuing
Appointments will be eligible to submit requests for paid leave. (9.F.2)
Eligibility
Funds are available for use by all UCSB non-senate faculty, regardless of type or length of appointment.
This includes both lecturers and supervisors of teacher education. However, funds may be used for
course relief only by NSF with Continuing Appointments. Recipients must have an active appointment
while completing the project and when the expenses are reimbursed. Applicants who have received
awards in the past must submit a brief completion report summarizing how the most recent award funds
were used. Although past recipients of NSF Development Fund Grants may apply, some preference may
be given to new applicants, especially for larger grants.
Types of Proposals
The Council calls for a wide range of proposals related to non-senate faculty development. Funds may be
used for conference and research travel, course relief, workshop attendance, creative/research projects,
materials specifically related to a special project, or for other purposes related to non-senate faculty
development. The Council encourages the use of other funding sources in conjunction with these awards.
Restrictions
While the fund is designed to offer support for a wide range of activities and projects, it cannot finance
entire conferences, pay dues for professional organizations, or support curriculum development projects
normally financed by university departments and organizations. Applicants should limit themselves to one
proposal per year. Awards will be granted in two categories: small (up to $1,000) and large (over $1,000).
Due to the limited size of the fund's resources, fewer large grants will be awarded than small grants. NSF
may only receive one grant per academic year. Depending on the type and number of applications
received, the Council reserves the right not to fund participants who have received an award in the
preceding year.
Award Criteria
Awards will be granted according to the potential benefit to the professional development of the faculty
member, the feasibility of the project, and its potential contribution to the university community. Funds
awarded in response to this call for proposals are to be used between July 1, 2011 and June 30, 2012. In
exceptional circumstances, the Council will consider projects whose duration does not fall entirely within
the period.
Application Procedures
Applicants for grants should provide the following as an electronic submission to
nonsenate.awards@ap.ucsb.edu. Application documents should be submitted as a PDF.
Small Grants (up to $1,000)
1. A completed application form (attached).
2. A 500-word description of the project or activity and its expected results, as well as the significance
for the applicant's professional development and teaching.
3. Copies of any relevant correspondence, such as the call for papers or any letters of acceptance.
4. A timetable and budget, including a list of other sources of support available.
5. For prior award recipients, a 100-word completion report describing the activities supported by the
most recent award.
6. The applicant's CV.
Large Grants (over $1,000)
1. A completed application form (attached).
2. A 500-word description of the project or activity and its expected results, as well as the significance
for the applicant's professional development and teaching.
3. Copies of any relevant correspondence, such as the call for papers or any letters of acceptance.
4. A timetable and budget, including a list of other sources of support available.
5. For prior award recipients, a 100-word completion report describing the activities supported by the
most recent award.
6. The applicant's CV.
7. A reference letter from a relevant authority in the applicant's field. The letter should be included
with the application packet or emailed directly to nonsenate.awards@ap.ucsb.
8. A letter of support from the applicant's department chair, if course relief is being requested. This
letter should be submitted directly from department chair to nonsenate.awards@ap.ucsb.edu.
Review Procedures
The Council will review all applications and make recommendations to the Executive Vice Chancellor.
Applicants will be notified in May 2011. Questions should be directed to the Chair of the Non-Senate
Faculty Council on Professional Development, Yumi Kinoshita (ykinoshita@arts.ucsb.edu).
The UC-AFT will publish the names, departments, project titles, and award amounts for all grant
recipients.
Frequently Asked Questions
Non-Senate Faculty Professional Development Fund
Am I eligible for this award?
All UC Santa Barbara non-senate faculty, regardless of type or length of appointment are eligible for this
award. This includes both lecturers and supervisors of teacher education. However, funds may be used
for course relief only by NSF with Continuing Appointments. Recipients must have an active lecturer or
supervisor of teacher education appointment while completing the project and when the expenses are
reimbursed. You can check your earnings statement for the phrase “IX FAIR SHAR” or “AFT IX DUES.”
You may also inquire with your MSO/Business Officer whether or not you are in Unit 18.
At this time, I do not know if I will have a lecturer or supervisor of teacher education appointment
in 2011-2012. Can I apply for an award?
You may apply for an award. However, recipients must have an active lecturer or supervisor of teacher
education appointment while completing the project and when the expenses are reimbursed.
How detailed should my budget be?
Please include as much detail as possible in your budget summary. Budgets are reviewed very closely by
the Council. Please remember to include accurate estimates if actual costs are not available.
I received an award a few years ago. Is an award completion report still required to be eligible?
Applicants who have received an award at any point will need to submit a completion report in order to be
eligible. The report should be a summary of how you used the funds granted the last time you received an
award.
How do I submit my application?
Applications should be submitted in pdf form to nonsenate.awards@ap.ucsb.edu by Monday, April 4,
2011. If you are unable to scan certain documents with your own equipment, please work with your
department to ensure proper submission prior to the deadline.
What if my Business Officer/MSO is unavailable to sign the application?
Departmental Business Officers/MSOs must sign the form in order to consider the application complete.
The signed copy may be sent directly from the Business Officer/MSO.
Is partial funding granted?
Yes, partial awards are granted.
How will my department receive the funds?
Award funds will be transferred in 2011-2012. Specific funding information for departments will be included
in award letters.
How will I receive the funds?
Funds will be distributed through your department. All reimbursement documents should be processed
through your department. Additional information will be included in award letters.
Contacts
Questions regarding proposals and eligibility:
Yumi Kinoshita, Chair, Non-Senate Faculty Professional Development Council
ykinoshita@arts.ucsb.edu
Questions regarding application submission:
nonsenate.awards@ap.ucsb.edu
View the complete Call for Proposals, including the application form, here. (PDF)
