These grants are intended for professional development and/or training to improve the effectiveness of academic staff members in their current roles. The funds are not intended for training on basic job requirements, or for course development. To be eligible for this award,staff must not have been awarded this funding in the previous two rounds of competition (Fall, 2008 or Spring, 2009). Submission deadlines: To Department Chair or unit head - October 16, 2009 To School/College Dean or equivalent - October 23, 2009 To Secretary of the Academic Staff - October 30, 2009 Departments are expected to match the Professional Development Grant funds awarded by the committee. If budget constraints prevent departments from contributing their share of the funding, please let affected staff know before they begin working on a grant application.

Sarah Schutt explains the types of activities eligible for professional development grants and explains the process for applying. Schutt also shares what makes a good grant proposal and common mistakes made on applications.

Alan Fish, associate vice chancellor for Facilities Planning and Management at the University of Wisconsin–Madison speaks on the Campus Master Plan at the Health Sciences Learning Center on May 23, 2007.

Kevin Niemi and Julie McGivern of the Professional Development and Recognition Committee (PDRC) will present information and tips on writing a successful professional development grant.