Faculty Conference Awards
The Faculty Conference Awards fund CU Boulder faculty to organize one-time conferences that showcase and promote the university’s research, scholarship, and creative achievements.
Funder: University of Colorado Boulder
Due Dates: July 1, 2026 (next cycle opens) | Ongoing submission thereafter (subject to funding availability)
Funding Amounts: Up to $3,000 per award; matching funds from other sources required; one-year project period.
Summary: Partial support for CU Boulder faculty to plan and host one-time conferences that highlight campus research, scholarship, and creative work.
Key Information: Funding for the current fiscal year is fully committed; applications reopen on or after July 1, 2026.
Description
The Faculty Conference Awards, administered by the Research & Innovation Office (RIO) at the University of Colorado Boulder, provide partial funding for the planning and hosting of conferences that showcase the research, scholarship, and creative achievements of CU Boulder faculty. These awards are intended to elevate the university’s research profile, foster interdisciplinary collaboration, and encourage partnerships between CU Boulder and external researchers. Both in-person and virtual conferences are eligible, provided they are hosted by an eligible CU Boulder employee. The program supports one-time or initial events only; established, recurring, or annual conferences are not eligible.
