Application for Undergraduate Research Award

Application for Undergraduate Research Award

Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences

PART 1 – PERSONAL DATA

IDENTIFICATION

Applicant family name

Given name

Student ID #

Male Female

At the time of application, are you attending University? Yes No

How many credits will you have completed towards your degree program when this award is held?

How many academic terms will you need to complete toward your degree program when this award is held?

Title of Proposed Project:

Key Words (list keywords that best describe your proposed research or research activity, maximum 5 words)

Primary Supervisor

Unit #

Discipline

Other Collaborator(s)

Name

Unit #

Discipline(s)

OTHER INFORMATION

City

Prov.

Postal Code

If current address is temporary, indicate leaving date

Permanent Mailing Address (if different)

Top of Form

PART II – Proposed Research Project (to be completed by the student)

Bottom of Form

Using non-technical language appropriate for a multidisciplinary committee, use the space below as indicated to describe your proposed research project. (Fonts 10pt)

PART III– Support Statement (to be completed by the supervisor). This form serves two purposes: to indicate that you understand what the research project is and approve of the proposal and the research; and to verify that you will provide an appropriate level of supervision to the student over the course of the project.

FACULTY ADVISOR – Please read and sign

I certify that I have read this grant application, that all information in this application is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Name

Signature

Date

APPLICANT – Please read and sign

I (applicant) verify that all the information contained within this application is true and complete to the best of my knowledge.

Name

Signature

Date

Department/Unit Head

Name

Signature

Date

Associate Dean

Name

Signature

Date

For Administrative Use Only

AVP Academic and Research - UBCO Research Services to confirm entry of application into ORSIL

Name

Signature

Date

Dean

Name

Signature

Date

1. Supplies and expenses

1. Equipment

1. Research related travel and subsistence costs

1. Other (specify)

1. Total

Summary Information:

Value of Awards: Each award will consist of a $6,500 stipend for a full 16-week period during the summer session; and up to $1,500 to cover expenses associated with the research project.

Eligibility:Any undergraduate student currently enrolled full time in the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences that satisfies the following conditions may apply for this award.

• Must be a Canadian citizen, a permanent resident of Canada, or an international student with a valid study permit for the full summer work term;
• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada;
• Have successfully completed a minimum of 75 credits toward your degree by the time of receiving the award;
• Intend to return to UBC Okanagan as a full-time undergraduate student in the semester directly following the completion of the research project.

Non Eligible:

• Students supported by other awards or who receive work stipends through summer research assistantships, are not eligible to hold an Undergraduate Research Award.

Adjudication: Grant applications will be assessed by a committee of the Irving K. Barber School of Arts and Sciences. The committee will make recommendations to the Dean, who will make the final decisions. It is expected that the competition results will be announced by March 1st.

Purpose: The purpose of the undergraduate research award program is to encourage undergraduate students enrolled in the Irving K. Barber School of Arts & Sciences to pursue innovative and original research as part of their learning experience while at UBC Okanagan. The awards are primarily aimed at students in their third year of study.

Criteria: In evaluating applications, the selection committee will consider the following two criteria, applying equal weight to each category:

A. Quality of proposed research:

• Originality and innovation
• Merit of research and potential impact on the field
• Strength of research design and overall feasibility of proposed research
• Interdisciplinary elements (not mandatory, but strongly encouraged)
• Clarity, presentation and logic of proposal

B. Researcher’s abilities, qualifications, and potential for growth:

• Personal initiative and working autonomy (as separate from supervisor)
• Ability to think critically and analytically
• Ability to apply skills and knowledge
• Determination and ability to complete projects in timely fashion
• Communication skills and ability
• Past academic achievement
• Relevant academic training and experience
• Other relevant experiences and accomplishments

Research proposals should be self-contained, and conceived and designed by the student. Students may seek advice from their supervisors; however, the research description must be written by the students themselves.

Grant Administration: Individual P/G’s (research accounts) will be established for each grant-holder through their faculty advisor. Expenditures against this P/G will be processed through the grant-holder’s Faculty/unit office.

Signatures: All applications must have the signature of the applicant, Department/Unit Head (for faculties with departments) and Associate DeanStrategic Planning and Research.

Conditions: The students’ research experience will be supplemented by seminars in which students will meet with other URA recipients and faculty to discuss their research projects. Upon completion of projects, students will also be required to participate in a symposium showcasing undergraduate student research at UBC Okanagan.

Application Procedure: Students wishing to apply must be associated with a faculty member in the Irving K. Barber School of Arts & Sciences. This faculty member must agree to be the primary supervisor. If more than one faculty member is involved in the supervision of the project, the name(s) of the collaborating faculty member(s) must be listed in the cover page. Interdisciplinary proposals are strongly encouraged and will receive preference in the rankings. Only one application per student per year will be accepted. Students should fill out the application and submit it with all necessary attachments to their chosen supervisor a week prior to the deadline. To ensure confidentiality, the faculty member will complete the application and pass it on for signatures and submission.

Each application must contain a cover page (Part I), a full description of your proposed research project (Part II) filled out by the applicant, a statement of support filled out by your Supervisor (Part III), and a budget, along with signatures and transcripts.

Students are eligible for one award while attending UBC Okanagan.

Expense Claims: All expense claims must be submitted to your faculty member before year end.

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Formatted November 2010