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The Office of Outreach and Engagement is offering seed grants to support graduate students to undertake community-engaged research or community-engaged projects, in collaboration with a community partner, that address a specific need or problem within the community. Funding must be for work that is essential to the student's dissertation, thesis or exit project for their degree program. Apply by Feb. 15, 2026.
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Read MoreThe Office of Outreach and Engagement has released a call for proposals for seed grants to support community-engaged research or community-engaged projects, in collaboration with a community partner, that address a specific need or problem within the community. Grants will be awarded a maximum amount of $10,000. Applications are due Feb. 15, 2026. You can also register for an information session taking place Jan. 12, 2026.
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