51ºÚÁÏ

Provost Academic Travel Award

Provost Academic Travel Award Overview

The Provost Academic Travel Award supports full-time faculty at 51ºÚÁÏ in presenting research or serving on panels at local, state, national, or international conferences and workshops. Events must be sponsored by recognized professional societies or institutions and contribute to academic scholarship.

Eligibility

• Full-time faculty employed at 51ºÚÁÏ for at least one year may apply.
• Applications must be submitted at least 30 days before the planned travel date.

Award Details

• The maximum award is $2,000 per semester, which may be used to cover travel, registration, lodging, or per diem expenses.
• Funding is competitive. All Provost Academic Travel Award applications will be reviewed by a faculty committee, and recommendations will be forwarded to the Provost for final approval. Approval is contingent upon the availability of funds.

Award funds are reimbursed to the faculty member’s department after:

• Travel is completed;
• A signed Travel Authorization Form is approved by the chair and dean;
• A completed Post Activity Report is submitted, along with required receipts.

Note: Awardees are required to present their research or scholarly activity at the Provost Travel Award Research Symposium, held each December at 51ºÚÁÏ. This annual event provides a platform to share outcomes with faculty, staff, students, and guests. Additional symposium details will be shared during the fall semester.

Application and Reimbursement Process

1. Applicants should complete an . 
   Applicants must complete and submit an online application form by the posted deadline. After the deadline, a faculty committee will review applications. Applicants will be notified of the decision via email.
2. Statement of support and Acknowledgement from your Department Chair
3. Post-Award Requirements

If selected for funding:

• Faculty must initiate the Travel Authorization process, including any required supporting forms (e.g., Lodging Exemption Form, if applicable).
• Following the trip, faculty must submit a Chrome River Expense Report with scanned receipts.
• Within 10 business days of returning, recipients must complete and submit the , detailing how the travel supported their professional development.
• Awardees are also expected to share their findings or outcomes at the Provost Travel Award Research Symposium.

Application Deadlines for 2025–2026

All applications must be received by the close of business on the day of the deadline.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is eligible to apply?
Faculty members presenting at recognized academic conferences are eligible.

What expenses are covered?
Registration fees, transportation, lodging, and meals are reimbursable up to $2,000.

What are the application steps?
Complete the online form, include a detailed abstract, and submit it thirty days before the travel date.

How soon will I know if I’m approved?
Applicants will be notified within three weeks of the submission deadline.

What reporting is required post-travel?
Faculty must submit the Provost Travel Award Post Activity Report summarizing outcomes and email copies of all receipts for reimbursement to mmosely@vsu.edu

Can funds be used for attending workshops?
No, funding is reserved for presenting faculty or those actively contributing to conference programming. Only Title III Faculty Travel funds can be used for conference attendance.

What is the Provost Travel Award Research Symposium, and am I required to participate?
The symposium is an annual event held each December that showcases the research and scholarly work of faculty who received the Provost Academic Travel Award. Participation is required for all award recipients, as it provides an opportunity to share your work with the broader 51ºÚÁÏ community, including faculty, staff, students, and guests. Presentation details and scheduling will be communicated in the fall semester.