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Contact UsThe Local & Online Professional Development Program, funded by student fees, provides financial support for students to participate in professional development experiences. Funds cover registration fees for activities aligned with the student’s field of study, leadership role, or career goals.
The following forms of professional development are eligible for program participation
Students are eligible to receive up to $300 through this program. Students may only receive funding through this program once per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30).
To be considered for funding, applicants must:
Committee Structure: The Funding Committee consists of MSU Denver staff and student(s). The committee has two regular voting members.
Evaluation Criteria: The committee awards or denies funds based on the following four criteria, Proposal Completion & Quality, Academic Enrichment & Skill Development, Broader Impact, and MSU Denver Alignment & Financial Considerations
Appeals: Funding decisions may be appealed to the program administrator for reconsideration in special situations.
Thoroughness and quality of the proposal, including completion of all required sections.
Alignment with eligibility requirements.
Academic Impact – How the travel experience contributes to academic enrichment for both the participants and the MSU Denver student body
Personal Goals – Alignment of the experience with the student’s academic and professional growth
Diverse Perspectives – How the event topics contribute to enhancing diverse thinking at MSU Denver
Knowledge Sharing – A detailed plan for sharing insights gained from the experience, including audience, format, and timeline
MSU Denver Mission Alignment – How the experience supports MSU Denver’s mission and values
Availability of funds
Compliance with MSU Denver and State of Colorado fiscal policies
Students are financially responsible for any last-minute changes that result in additional fees. The Local & Online Professional Development Program does not cover these costs.
Program Contact: David Bourassa
Student Travel & Professional Development Funding is a student fee funded program within the Classroom to Career Hub.
Phone: (303) 615-0606
Email: [email protected]
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