The Faculty Conference Awards from University of Colorado Boulder support faculty in organizing conferences that showcase and advance campus research and creative work.
Funder: University of Colorado Boulder
Due Dates: Ongoing (applications accepted year-round)
Funding Amounts: Up to $4,000 per award; matching funds from other sources required; one-year grant period
Summary: Supports CU Boulder faculty in planning and hosting one-time or inaugural conferences that elevate campus research and creative work.
Key Information: Matching funds from a department, institute, or other unit are required prior to application.
The Faculty Conference Awards, offered by the University of Colorado Boulder's Research & Innovation Office (RIO), provide partial funding to support the planning and hosting of conferences that showcase the scholarship, research, and creative work of CU Boulder faculty. These awards are designed to facilitate the organization of one-time or inaugural events—either in-person or virtual—that foster academic collaboration, interdisciplinary initiatives, and both internal and external research partnerships. The program aims to advance the impact and visibility of CU Boulder faculty achievements and promote new collaborations within and beyond the university.