Conference Grants - Association for Recorded Sound Collections
Conference Grants support newcomers to the Association for Recorded Sound Collections by funding conference and workshop attendance to foster professional growth, research, and association involvement.
Funder: Association for Recorded Sound Collections
Due Dates: January 11, 2027 (Application and supporting materials) | February 8, 2027 (General award notification)
Funding Amounts: Complimentary conference, workshop, and awards banquet registration, plus travel and lodging reimbursement typically up to US$750
Summary: Supports newcomers’ attendance at the ARSC Annual Conference and Workshop to foster professional development, scholarly research, and participation in the association.
Key Information: The applicant requirements specify first-time conference attendees, although the program overview also mentions second-time attendees.
Description
The Association for Recorded Sound Collections (ARSC) Conference Grants support newcomers’ participation in its Annual Conference and Workshop. Administered by the ARSC Conference Grants Committee, the program reduces attendance costs while encouraging mentoring, professional development, scholarly research, and publication. It reaches out particularly to college students and early-career professionals working with sound recordings.
The program also supports members who want to become more actively involved in ARSC through committee service, publication in the ARSC Journal, or conference presentations. Applicants from all backgrounds may apply. The committee particularly encourages applications from people belonging to groups that have historically faced barriers to participation, especially those who would otherwise be unable to attend.
