Creighton University Biology Club
Student Travel Grant
This grant is sponsored by the Creighton University Biology Club with the intention of providing funding for student travel to academic and research related events. The funds allocated be the scholarship would assist students in paying registration fess, travel costs and other expenses incurred while presenting their findings.
Eligibility
In order to qualify for travel expense stipend students must:
- Be a registered Biology major.
- Submit the application form to the President of the Biology Club at least three (3) weeks prior to departure for the event.
- Be supervised by a Creighton Faculty member in the research that necessitates travel. (recommended but not necessary)
- Have applied (through their Faculty advisor) for a Dean of Art and Sciences sponsored Travel Grant. (recommended but not necessary)
- Give a brief presentation about the event at a Biology Club meeting after returning from the event.
Selection Process
All award decisions are made by the officers of the Biology Club.
The amount awarded may vary and is determined on a case by case basis. The estimated expenses will be used to determine the amount awarded, and that amount will be given to the Faculty advisor of the student or the student (case depending) before departure for the event. The Creighton Biology Club does not guarantee that all expenses will be covered if the grant is awarded. If for any reason the applicant is not able to attend the event the monies must be returned in full to the Biology Club.
The Biology Club will not necessarily award these grants on a yearly basis; awards will be based on quality of applicants and merit.
Application Process
Please complete the application form and submit it to Dr. Cullum or a Biology Club officer.
Faculty contact
Dr. Alistair Cullum
422 Hixson-Lied
acullum@creighton.edu
280-3080
Last modified: April 02, 2007
