Colleges of Letters, Arts & Science
Research Institute
Social Sciences 115C, 621-3930
http://sbsri.web.arizona.edu
2009-2010 CLASRI/SBS Small Grant Program
Small Grants of up to $1,500 provide seed money for the development of larger projects,
especially those leading to proposals to outside funding agencies. These grants may also be used
for full-scale but inexpensive projects or parts of projects. All subject areas and methodologies
represented within the College of Social and Behavioral Sciences are considered equally, and
interdisciplinary projects involving multiple personnel are encouraged. Funds may support
research-related travel, wages for student workers, supplies, special computing needs (e.g.,
software, if the need is clearly tied to the project), and other miscellaneous research expenses. No
support is provided for per diem, faculty supplemental compensation, travel to conferences, or
standard equipment (including computers and computer components). Funding expires on July 31
of the academic year in which it is awarded. No grant will carry forward to the next academic
year. An individual can receive only one grant from CLASRI/SBS per academic year.
ELIGIBILITY: Eligible faculty and academic professionals have at least 0.50 FTE in the College
of Social and Behavioral Sciences and are tenured, tenure-track, or equivalent. Non-tenure track
SBS research faculty and lecturers are eligible for small grants if they have been employed in SBS
for 2 consecutive years at 0.50 FTE or higher and if the department head submits a letter of
support to CLASRI. Non-tenure track applicants should also include a paragraph about how their
department and the college will benefit from the proposed research.
APPLICATION PACKETS: Submit one original and six copies to CLASRI, Social Sciences
115C. Proposals should be in a font no smaller than 12 point, with 1-inch margins all around and
include a cover sheet signed by the applicant; abstract; 3-page proposal narrative, including a
project time line; list of literature cited; ideas on how the proposed research can be incorporated
into the graduate and undergraduate learning experience; and applicant’s 3-page curriculum vitae.
See Application Check List and Curriculum Vitae Guidelines. The head of the applicant’s
department must submit a separate letter of support to CLASRI for qualified non-tenure track
applicants.
REPORTING: Awardees are required to submit a 1- to 2-page research report and an updated CV
with products of the award highlighted to CLASRI within 60 days of the end of the funding period.
DEADLINES: 12 noon, October 12, 2009 or February 16, 2010
Please direct questions to Camilla Strausfeld, 621-3930 or cstrausf@u.arizona.edu
Please read Small Grant Application Guidelines
Revised: September 3, 2009
Small Grant Application Guidelines
The proposal packet contains a cover sheet signed by the applicant; abstract; 3-page proposal narrative,
including a project time line; list of literature cited; budget justification; ideas on how the proposed
research can be incorporated into the graduate and undergraduate learning experience; and applicant’s
abbreviated curriculum vitae (3 page limit; see Curriculum Vitae Guidelines). The proposal should be in a
font no smaller than 12 point, with 1-inch margins all around. The department head of non-tenure track
applicants (see below) must submit a separate letter of support to CLASRI. Proposals not in compliance
with these guidelines will not be reviewed. One original and six copies of the proposal packet should be
submitted to Camilla Strausfeld, CLASRI, Social Sciences 115C, by 12 noon on the deadline date.
Proposal Narrative. This section will present the problem or issue that is the focus of the research, the
method for addressing that issue, and the expected product (article, book chapter, conference paper, larger
study, external grant proposal, body of data). Applicants should discuss the significance of their proposed
research within their field in terms comprehensible to scholars from other fields and relate it to previous
work and future plans. Include a time line for the research project being funded. See also the General
CLASRI Grant Program Guidelines sheet.
Eligibility. Eligible faculty and academic professionals have at least a 0.50 FTE in the College of Social and
Behavioral Sciences and are tenured, tenure-track, or equivalent. Non-tenure track eligible SBS research
faculty and lecturers are eligible for small grants if they have been employed in SBS for 2 consecutive years
at 0.50 FTE or higher and if they submit a letter of support from their department head with the proposal
(see Dept. Head Memo, below). Non-tenure track applicants should also include a paragraph about how
their department and the college will benefit from the proposed research.
Department Head Memo. Department heads of non-tenure track applicants must send a letter of support to
CLASRI by the deadline to verify that the applicant has been employed in SBS for at least 2 consecutive
years with at least a 0.50 FTE and that the applicant will continue employment through the following
academic year.
Selection Process. Proposals will be reviewed by the CLASRI/SBS Advisory Board, which consists of
tenured or tenure-track faculty. Awards depend on the resources available, scholarly merit and significance
of the research, the likelihood of its completion, and the likelihood of the project securing outside funding.
Evaluation criteria include clarity of ideas and problem formulation, appropriateness of methodology,
context of project within existing literature, significance of contribution to new research, likelihood that the
research will be conducted without CLASRI support, and other support available (see also General CLASRI
Grant Program Guidelines). Applicants can expect to receive notice of the Board's decision within a month
of the deadline.
Payment. Before expensing any funds on an award, recipients must consult with the CLASRI Business
Manager, Kelly Huff, 626-1616, huffk@u.arizona.edu. Funding expires on July 31 of the academic year in
which it is awarded, and no grant will carry forward to the next academic year.
REPORTING: Awardees are required to submit a 1- to 2-page research report and an updated CV with
products of the award highlighted to the CLASRI Office within 60 days of the end of the funding period.
Please direct questions to Camilla Strausfeld, 621-3930 or e-mail cstrausf@u.arizona.edu
Revised: September 3, 2009
CLASRI PROPOSAL COVER SHEET
Small Grant Program
Please print or type the following information:
Name
Rank
SBS Unit and FTE
E-Mail Address
Telephone
Employee ID No.
Appointment
(check one)

Fiscal

Academic
Proposal Title
Keywords
Other Support Available for, or likely to be committed to, this project:
Funding Source(s)
Amount
Funding Use(s)
Budget Categories
Amount Requested
1. Personnel: supplemental comp.
student wages
2. Operations
3. Travel
4. Equipment
$__________ (for UA grad assistants or staff only)
$__________ (for UA students not employed as grad assts.)
$__________ (supplies, software, consultants)
$__________ (transportation and lodging, no per diem)
$__________ (specialized equipment only, no computers)
Total Amount Requested
$__________
This project involves
human subjects
animal subjects. Note: if either human subjects
or animal subjects are involved, appropriate approvals must be on record in the CLASRI
Office prior to release of any funds for the project.
I acknowledge that I have read the guidelines, understand the terms and conditions of the
CLASRI/SBS grant for which I am applying, and agree to comply with those terms and
conditions.
___________________________________________________________
Applicant Signature
____________________
Date
Revised: September 3, 2009
CLASRI PROPOSAL APPLICATION CHECK LIST
Small Grant Program
Deadlines: 12 noon, October 12, 2009 and February 16, 2010
1 Original and 6 Copies of the following in this order:
_____ CLASRI Cover Sheet – signed by applicant
_____ Abstract (200 word limit)
_____ Proposal Narrative (3 page limit)
_____ List of Cited Research References
_____ Budget Justification (1 page limit)
_____ Ideas on how intended research can be incorporated into the graduate and
undergraduate learning experience (200 word limit)
______ Non-tenure-track applicants only: Paragraph on how department and
college will benefit from the proposed research (200 word limit)
_____ Investigator’s Abbreviated Curriculum Vitae (3 page limit)
_____ Department Head Memo (for non-tenure-track)
PROPOSAL FORMAT – NO EXCEPTIONS
Font:
Margins:
Spacing:
No smaller than 12 point
1” all around
Single or Double
Page 1:
Page 2:
Pages 3-5:
Page 6:
Page 7:
Page 8:
Cover Sheet
Abstract (200 words max)
Proposal Narrative
List of Research References
Budget Justification
Ideas on how intended research can be incorporated into
undergraduate and graduate learning experience
Non-tenure track applicants only: Paragraph on how department and
college will benefit from the proposed research
Abbreviated CV (3 page limit)
Pages 9-11:
Department Head Memo if applicable
Revised: September 3, 2009
General CLASRI Grant Program Guidelines
CLASRI programs are short-term, seed money grants designed to meet immediate
funding needs for projects. Applicants are expected to plan projects accordingly.
CLASRI is also interested in assisting the establishment of scholarly networks and
collaborative efforts in critical research fields throughout the social and behavioral
sciences, including links with other colleges as appropriate. In addition, sympathetic
attention will be given to requests that come from groups or individuals who are
moving into new research areas. Projects involving quantitative research, qualitative
research, or both are welcomed.
Some criteria used in evaluating CLASRI grant proposals:
CLASRI awards are for research-based expenses. The primary concern is the quality
of the research itself: the significance, sophistication, and consequences of the
proposed research. Following are some of the questions asked in determining the
quality issue:
1.
Are the leading ideas and their significance clearly articulated, and in a manner
that is understandable and appreciated by a non-specialist audience?
2.
Are the research methods well presented and justified?
3.
Is the Principal Investigator aware of existing literature in the field?
4.
Is it demonstrated that the project can be completed in the available time?
5.
Is the end product defined, and is it reasonable for the project?
PLEASE NOTE: It is the policy of the CLASRI/SBS Advisory Board to make
available the narrative portion of successful proposals to other faculty, students, or
members of the public who request it. Certain information, e.g., salary, is considered
confidential and will not be released. Abstracts from successful proposals may also be
posted on the CLASRI web page (http://sbsri.web.arizona.edu). Application to the
CLASRI grants program implies consent to this policy. The Advisory Board
recognizes, however, that certain exceptions to this policy may need to be made.
Therefore, written requests justifying the need to maintain confidentiality of the
narrative or abstract, in whole or in part, will be considered.
All CLASRI grant programs require that a 1- to 2-page research report be submitted to
the CLASRI Office within 60 days of the completion of the funding period. All funds
must be expensed by the end of the fiscal year.
If you wish to review some past successful applications before submitting one of
your own, contact Camilla Strausfeld at 621-3930, cstrausf@u.arizona.edu.
Revised: September 3, 2009
Curriculum Vitae Guidelines for CLASRI Faculty Grants
The abbreviated Faculty Curriculum Vitae should be a maximum of 3 pages and
include:
1. General Information (name, address, email, phone).
2. Education (please give this and other categories in reverse chronological order)
3. Academic/Professional Appointments
4. Publications (up to 10)
a) Up to five publications most relevant to the proposed project
b) Up to five other significant publications
For unpublished manuscripts, list only those accepted for publication (along with
most likely date of publication). Patents, copyrights and software systems developed
may be substituted for publications.
5. Awards
6. Scholarly Presentations
Up to five most relevant to proposed project: give title, venue, and date
7. Past Grants
Up to five most recent: give agency, amount of award, and award dates
8. Current and Pending Support
Give agency, amount of award, and award dates; indicate how the award
relates to the proposed project.
9. Other Relevant Information up to a total of 3 pages
Revised: September 3, 2009