F.A.Q.s About Grants

General Information

Q: When will the FDC be announcing the Spring 2013 Grants?
A: The Faculty Development Center Spring 2012 Grant Program is expected to be announced in mid-February (pending the University budget).

Q: How will I be notified of the grant announcement? 
A: The Faculty Development Center will send out the announcement via campus email, post the announcement on the CSUF Faculty Development Center Facebook page, and the Campus Bulletin Board.

Q: Can I submit a ‘paper’ copy of my grant proposal to the FDC?
A:  All grant proposals are submitted online; ‘paper’ grant proposals will not be accepted.

Q: Where do I submit my grant proposal?
A:  Once the grants are announced, please go to the FDC web page, http://fdc.fullerton.edu, and click on “Grants” for information on how to submit proposals.

Q: When will I know if I have been awarded a grant?
A: The FDC tries to do our best to coordinate the award announcements in a timely manner, but we are unable to provide you with an exact date when awards will be announced.  However, all those who submit a proposal will be notified, usually prior to the end of the semester.

Q: How will I be notified?
A:  You will be notified by email from the FDC, which will include a letter from Academic Affairs.

Q: Who reviews the grants?
A: The grants are reviewed by faculty members of the FDC Board, FDC Faculty Coordinators, and previous awardees.  Be sure to write for reviewers outside your field.

Q: Where can I get help on campus to write my proposal?
A: These FAQs contain many tips for writing successful grants.  You may also contact the FDC for more information at 657-278-4722 or fdc@fullerton.edu

Q: I received an award, but never submitted a final report to the FDC.  Will this hurt my chances of getting a future award?
A: Final Reports are required for all Grant Awards.  Failure to submit a Final Report will make you ineligible for future FDC Grants. 

Q:  I received a grant last year.  Can I apply again?
A:  Yes. 

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International Research & Creative Activity Travel Reimbursement
Q: Is the President’s approval required for international travel (including U.S. Possessions)? 
A: The Travel Request for international travel (including U.S. Possessions) must be approved by the President prior to the departure date and regardless of the funding source or zero dollar travel requests.

Q: I am not traveling until December; do I need a Travel Request to apply for this grant?
A:  YES, a COMPLETED Travel Request is a required part of the International Travel Grant Application. As a reminder, a Travel Request requires several signatures (chair, dean, vice president, and president) and may take several weeks to process.  Start your Travel Request process in a timely manner so you have a completed Travel Request to submit by the March 11, 2013 deadline.

Q: What are the travel dates for this grant?
A: Travel must be taken between January 1, 2013 and June 30, 2013 to be eligible for the Spring 2013 grant.

Q: Are Canada, Mexico, or Puerto Rico considered international travel?
A: Yes.

Q: What is the maximum award amount for this grant?
A: $1,000.

Q: I traveled in January of 2013, but did not have a Travel Request signed by the president.  Can I still apply?
A: No, a COMPLETED travel request showing all required approval signatures (chair, dean, vice president, and president) received prior to the travel departure date must be submitted with the proposal.  No ‘after the fact’ travel request will be signed by the President’s Office. 

Q: I travel on April 15th, 2013.  Will I know if I receive an award by then?
A: The FDC tries to do our best to coordinate the award announcements in a timely manner, but we are unable to provide you with an exact date when awards will be announced.  However, all those who submit a proposal will be notified, usually prior to the end of the semester.

Q: I am leaving for my trip next week and have not received the President’s signature.  What do I do?
A:  A COMPLETED travel request showing all required approval signatures (chair, dean, vice president, and president) received prior to the travel departure date must be submitted with the proposal.  No ‘after the fact’ travel request will be signed by the President’s Office. 

Q: I have all the items required for the International Travel Grant application except the completed Travel Request. The Travel Request is in the President’s Office pending a signature. Can I still submit my grant proposal?
A: A COMPLETED travel request showing all required approval signatures (chair, dean, vice president, and president) received prior to the travel departure date must be submitted with the proposal.  No ‘after the fact’ travel request will be signed by the President’s Office. 

Q: If I am awarded an International Travel Reimbursement Grant to Greece, but am unable to travel can I use those funds for a future trip to China next semester?
A: No, the reimbursement funds are only available for the travel grant in which you applied for, Greece.  You will need to apply for a separate grant for your trip to China.

Q: Where can I find out more information about the University Travel Policy and Procedures for Travel Request? 
A: Go to Travel Operations for the most up-to-date University travel information and forms.

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