Now Accepting Applications: Achievement Awards and CU-CUASA Special Fund for EDI Research and Pedagogical Innovation
We are pleased to announce that applications are now being accepted for the Achievement Awards and the CU-CUASA Special Fund for EDI Research and Pedagogical Innovation. We invite you to review the competition information and apply or encourage your colleagues to apply as appropriate. Application deadlines range from Oct. 31 to Dec. 20, 2025.
Applications Due October 31, 2025
- The CU-CUASA Special Fund for EDI Research and Pedagogical Innovation (grants range from $5,000 to $15,000) supports and enhances research excellence and pedagogical innovation across the institution undertaken by members of equity-deserving groups and/or on topics that hold equity, diversity and inclusion considerations as a dominant focus.
- Five Research Achievement Awards ($15,000 each) are available to recognize exceptional research accomplishments.
- Five Research Awards ($15,000 each) are available to support and enhance research productivity through seed funding.
- Five Teaching Achievement Awards ($15,000 each) are available to support innovative and impactful teaching practices.
Applications Due November 20, 2025
- Five Contract Instructor Teaching Awards ($2,000 each) are available to honour excellence in teaching.
- Two Contract Instructor Teaching Innovation Grants ($6,000 each) are available to support creative approaches to student learning and pedagogy.
Applications Due December 20, 2025
- Five Professional Achievement Awards for Faculty, Teaching Stream ($10,000 each) are available to recognize outstanding performance in teaching and service.
- Two Professional Achievement Awards for Professional Librarians ($10,000 each) are available to celebrate outstanding professional contributions.
We encourage you to apply and wish you good luck!
Sincerely,
L. Pauline Rankin
Provost and Vice-President (Academic)
Rafik Goubran
Vice-President (Research and International)