The Undergraduate Student Government (USG) will open applications for Academic Enrichment Grants (AEGs) on Monday, October 11. AEGs aim to make academically enriching experiences related to a student's field of study more accessible and affordable.
AEGs can cover several expenditures, from computer programs necessary for experimental research to travel expenses for a conference, as long as the student is able to justify the importance of the expenditure and how it relates to their project. Applications will be primarily evaluated on how strongly the student can correlate their proposed experience to their stated learning goals and field of study.
As part of the application, students must include a proposal that outlines their projects, a budget proposal that breaks down all expenses and a reference letter from an Ohio State faculty member. Full instructions, frequently asked questions and the grading rubric can be found on USG's website.
Students who demonstrate a passion for their project, a need for funding and how their proposed expenditures are necessary to fulfill their stated project goals are ideal candidates who will get the most out of what AEGs have to offer.
Applications close on Friday, November 5.
