Travel Grants and Funding Opportunities
Numerous funding opportunities (both inside and outside of the General Education English
Office) exist for instructors wanting to further their pedagogical growth. Please
note that most campus funding opportunities require that applicants submit a Travel Authorization form prior to travel and a Travel Expenses Claim form upon returning.
Funding Opportunities for All Faculty (including GTAs)
General Education English Faculty Development Grant
Requests for funding will be considered throughout the fall and spring semesters,
whenever the General Education English Committee meets. All requests should directly
relate to either the General Education courses you teach or for the work you do for
General Education English.
Please complete the General Education English Faculty Development Grant Form and apply well in advance of your proposed travel. You must submit a travel authorization form prior to travel and a claim for travel expenses when you return.
MTSU Motor Pool
If you are considering attending a workshop or conference within driving distance
and have limited transportation options, then you may consider applying to use a MTSU
vehicle through the
MTSU Motor Pool.
For Full-Time Faculty and Staff Only
Access and Diversity Funding
These funds, available for women or persons of color, can be used toward professional
development and educational experiences that contribute to furthering
MTSU's Mission Statement on Access and Diversity.
Visit their website for more information, including application details and a digital application form.
For GTAs Only
MTSU's College of Graduate Studies
MTSU's College of Graduate Studies offers limited travel funds for graduate students
to use towards presenting at conferences. Eligible graduate students may apply for
$500 once per fiscal year (July 1st--June 30th) or until funds are no longer available.
If you are interested in applying for this funding opportunity, please see the
CGS application form for more details.
