Ligon-Lamsam Opportunity Fund 2013
What: The purpose of this fund (generously provided by a donor to the Unversity) is to provide additional funds for academically-related endeavors, allowing students the freedom to follow their academic interests without accruing debt.
Who: The application process is open to first-, second-, or third-year AccessUVa students who qualify for full grant-in-aid support.
For: Applicants are encouraged to think broadly about the type of academic experiences in which they would like to participate. Students may propose a wide range of activities including:
- Research projects with a faculty advisor
- Fine and performing arts projects with a faculty advisor
- Study-abroad opportunities
- Unpaid internships
- Public service (including the Jefferson Public Citizens Program)
- The opportunity to supplement other awards (such as Harrison Undergraduate Research Grants)
How: In a maximum of 500 words describe the project or opportunity in which you wish to participate. Send your application as an email attachment to Laurie Casteen, Associate Dean of Students, Laurie@virginia.edu. In your email message please include your name, your current mailing address, and your phone number (which should also be listed on your additional materials as listed below). A complete application should include the following (as PDF attachments):
- Proposal narrative
- Unofficial (free) transcript printed from SIS self-service
- Letter of recommendation of your project from a faculty advisor (request that the faculty advisor email the letter directly to Dean Casteen)
- Itemized estimated budget (including all other sources of funding sought and/or received)
When: The priority deadline for completed proposals is 5:00 p.m. on February 28, 2013. Proposals received after February 28th will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Questions? Contact Laurie Casteen: Laurie@virginia.edu
