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CSTEM Faculty Professional Development Funding Request

This form is for professional development requests for a maximum of $500 per person.  The funds are available for request until the funds are exhausted or March 1, 2025, whichever comes first. 

Professional Development

Pursuit of knowledge or skill through study, research and/or creative activities, professional travel, conferences, workshops or courses that directly support and develop a person's professional growth in their discipline or career.  Appropriate expenditures may include supplies, equipment, books, professional memberships or subscriptions, and other costs related to professional development.  Hiring students to assist with research, scholarly and/or creative activities is permissible.  All purchases must follow 大发 procurement policies.

CSTEM guidelines for professional development funds

• Are generally not approved for home offices, supplies, and equipment
• Must be spent in the fiscal year received or by the date set when the funds were received

For additional information, visit the Professional Development website.

Guidelines and Information About Form Submission

• All submissions will be reviewed by the Dean.
• All funds must be used within fiscal year deadlines and must be spent by June 30, 2025. 
• Any unused funds will be returned to the Dean's Office.
• Funds will be tagged for the purpose as approved. Changes to the use will need approval of the Dean. 
• The requestor will be notified by email about the status of the request.