Quinn Research Travel Grants (QTU) for Undergraduates
Policies, guidelines and instructions

Purpose

The purpose of these travel funds is to promote research initiatives in the undergraduate programs in Psychology by encouraging student participation in scholarly conferences and expanding the opportunities for consultation and collaboration. Funding for this program is provided by an extraordinary gift to the Department from the estate of a distinguished alumnus, Dr. Michael J. Quinn (1917-2005).

Funding Available

Amounts of awards will vary although the anticipated maximum per trip is $500. Individuals may receive funding for one trip.

Eligibility

  • UBC students pursuing an undergraduate degree (BA or BSc) in Psychology. One undergrad per lab per application deadline.
  • Conference Travel: Applicants must be presenting a paper or poster, participating as a discussant on a panel, giving a talk such as at a plenary lunch, or receiving an award related to one’s work in psychology.
  • Consultation Travel: Applicants must be collecting data for their work in psychology which are not accessible locally or collaborating with individuals who are leaders in their field.
  • Each faculty member can sponsor up to a maximum of three student applications per calendar year.

Procedures

Complete a QTU application form and deliver to room 2507 in the Kenny Building (Psychology) along with:

  • Evidence that you are participating in the conference or event, e.g. a photocopy of a relevant page from a conference program or the letter of invitation; or
  • An explanation of how you expect that the resources or experts will enhance your research and why the data cannot be collected while in Vancouver.
  • A brief statement of support from your supervisor

1)The Head reviews the application to ensure the trip meets the purpose of the award. Since funding is limited (see above), support cannot be guaranteed to every eligible student.

2)Award confirmations are issued to the applicant shortly after the deadlines.

3)Funds will be issued as a cheque reimbursing the student after the trip’s completion. Original receipts must be provided for the amount awarded. Eligible expenses include travel (air, car), conference registration, accommodation, parking, meals. Cheques are processed after the trip is completed and original receipts are provided.

Deadlines

October 1, February 1, June 1 for travel in the following six months.

Updated: 01/12/2015