Each year, student board members raise funds and award them to undergraduates for projects on campus, in the community, and around the globe. E4A particularly encourages projects from students of color and those addressing issues of race, class, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, and physical ability. The intensive application process prepares students to do innovative, grassroots community work and reach diverse populations. All applicants are given one week to complete the application, which must be picked up in person after first discussing the project with a student board member. Decisions are made by board consensus on the basis of initiative, feasibility, and the degree to which the project will empower and educate others.
Awards generally cover publicity, honoraria, or educational materials.
Applications are due on a rolling basis throughout the year. E4A literature, including lists of past co-sponsorship recipients, is available in the Lyman Common Room in the Agassiz House. In addition, E4A houses a clearinghouse of publications, videos, and information from community organizations and organizes its own events and actions during the year. Undergraduate women and men are welcome to join the student board. Go to the UC Student Group Resources Site .