The SOMD’s Committee for Equity and Inclusion invites faculty (NTTF and TTF) and staff to submit proposals for guest artists and scholars whose presence on campus during a 1- to 2-day visit will further the goals of the SOMD and the university, as articulated in the university’s IDEAL Framework: A Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion.
Funded activities may include
- invited lectures
- roundtable discussions or workshops
- lecture-demonstrations
- masterclasses
- other interactive formats that engage the SOMD community
Special consideration will be given to proposals that draw together different areas of the SOMD, or that connect an area of the SOMD with the wider campus community.
Note: faculty and staff seeking funds to support their own research, creative activity, and professional development related to diversity, equity, and inclusion should submit a proposal for a SOMD CEI Mini Grant.
PROPOSAL DEADLINE
There will be two proposal deadlines during the academic year, December 6th for Winter/Spring guests and May 30th for Summer/Fall guests.
Timeline for summer begins July 1st.
PROPOSAL PROCESS
Proposals will be evaluated by members of the CEI, and decisions will be announced within two weeks of each proposal deadline.
Proposals should include the following:
- A statement that introduces the candidate to the committee and clearly explains the planned activity or activities. The statement should articulate how the guest will further the diversity goals of the SOMD and/or the wider university, and articulate which student body (areas, degree programs, graduate and/or undergraduate) will be most directly impacted by the visit. Special consideration will be given to proposals that draw together areas of the SOMD or connect with other areas of campus, and opportunities of this nature should be emphasized in the proposal.
- CV or Bio. A CV or bio from the nominee, which may be requested directly from the nominee or downloaded from their website.
- Proposed budget. A detailed budget outlining how the requested funds will be spent, including a total amount requested. Funds may be applied to the cost of travel, accommodations, and honoraria. Please indicate any additional sources of funding for the visit. Note: Proposals should range between roughly $750 and $2500.
- Supporting material (optional). The committee welcomes, but does not require, supporting materials that further introduce the candidate. Applicants may create a document that contains URL links to available files such as articles, audio recordings, videos, websites, or other relevant material; alternatively, applicants may upload PDF files of materials.
EVALUATION CRITERIA
Proposals will be evaluated based on clarity of purpose, alignment with the UO IDEAL Framework, potential impact on the SOMD or broader community, and a clearly articulated budget.
Below is a rubric for guidance.
Criteria | Excellent | Good/Fair | Needs Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|
Clarity of Purpose | Proposal is well-structured and clearly presents goals/purpose of project. | Proposal has some structural or clarity issues. Goals are vague or unclear. | Proposal is poorly organized and unclear. Goals are missing. |
Project aligns with IDEAL Framework | Proposal clearly articulates alignment with the values/goals of the IDEAL Framework | Proposal somewhat aligns purpose within IDEAL Framework | Proposal neglects to align project within IDEAL Framework. |
Impact to Community | Proposal clearly articulates the potential for broad communal impact | Communal impact is limited in scope | Proposal does not consider communal impact |
Budget | Budget is feasible and items are allowable for SOMD funding | Some budget items are not allowable | Budget is not allowable for SOMD funding |
Faculty reference (for student proposals) | Provided and highly supportive |
| Not provided or supported by faculty member |
QUESTIONS
Please direct questions to Shannon Mockli, Co-Chair of the Committee for Equity and Inclusion (smockli@uoregon.edu).