URC grants are not intended as a continuing source of funding. Proposals are invited from all faculty throughout the University. Faculty holding temporary positions, such as visiting faculty, instructor, and postdoctoral fellows are not eligible. Projects designed to be completed by graduate students are not supported. Awards may be used for direct research support or release-time support for up to two courses.
Release time is defined as a release from teaching responsibilities only .
Departmental commitments, committee responsibilities, and graduate student support continue during the period of the release time. Proposals are reviewed by members of the appropriate subcommittee, as chosen by the applicant. Applications should be written for an understanding by a learned scholar but not necessarily an expert in that field. Avoid jargon and place a premium on clarity of presentation.