Programs may include partnerships with Cooperative Extension, but for purposes of this grant, Cooperative Extension is not considered a community partner. The proposed program must be directly linked to one or more of the goals and initiatives set forth in the UW-Extension Plan 2008. Funds may be used to develop either credit or non-credit programs that have not been offered by the applicant institution before. Although the applicant may use funds to replicate programs that have been demonstrated to be highly successful elsewhere, innovation and creativity in program design are strongly encouraged. The DPDI program is intended to assist in program planning and development.
Funding is awarded for a single year only.
Applicants may apply for second year funding by submitting a new proposal that describes how the additional funding will alter, strengthen, or expand the program and by demonstrating the success of the first year's efforts. Use of Funds DPDI funds may be used to purchase faculty, academic staff, ad hoc instruction, or consultant time in support of planning for or providing a program consistent with diversity initiatives. The Division encourages both formative and summative evaluation of projects. Findings will be included in the UW-Extension Plan 2008 annual accountability report. Preparing a Proposal DPDI proposals must include a cover page, signed by the institutional CEEC representative and a representative of the partner agency or organization.