Purpose: A significant way to deepen the intellectual experience of Georgetown students and to create new opportunities for depth, coherence, and integration in undergraduate learning is to conduct small-scale, strategic assessments to identify where and how to strengthen departmental or academic program curricula. The purpose of the Curriculum Planning Support Grants is to fund small, exploratory assessment studies that will inform future curriculum planning and revision. Funds may be used for assessment activities such as hosting departmental workshops; consulting external specialists in assessment and your discipline; hiring graduate student assistance in data collection and analysis; or funding an aspect of a departmental retreat around curriculum issues.

Who's eligible to apply? Teams of faculty, or faculty-led teams including graduate students and/or undergraduates. Priority will be given to teams that include tenure-line faculty.

Scope of awards: Up to $2,500.

Relevant dates: Funds distributed on a rolling basis, beginning in Spring 2006.

Contact: Barbara Craig, Director of Assessment & Diversity, CNDLS, 202-687-5104 or bac@georgetown.edu.