They can be used for research and professional development expenses. The grants will be awarded for expenses incurred between April 1 and Sept. 30, 1998. Applications should contain a curriculum vitae, a description of the project of no more than one page, including a budget and a letter from the chair of the student's special committee. Preference will be given to women's studies minors and those submitting letters of recommendation from women's studies faculty. Last year more than 1,200 students participated.
Volunteers can either work alone or co-teach with a friend.
Teaching supplies and help in planning lessons are available from 4-H. The workshops will take place at Cornell Plantations, local state parks and at other sites around the county.