Faculty Professional Development Funds
Internal — Hobart and William Smith Colleges only
Faculty Professional Development Funds from Hobart and William Smith Colleges support faculty research, teaching, and creative growth through reimbursement for conferences, workshops, and training activities.
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Funder: Hobart and William Smith Colleges
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted any time; reimbursement processed within fiscal/academic year)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,750 per eligible faculty member per academic year (reimbursement basis); larger requests via Faculty Research Grants.
Summary: Annual reimbursement for professional development activities (e.g., conferences, workshops, training) for eligible faculty at HWS.
Key Information: Only faculty appointed at least half-time are eligible; all expenses must comply with HWS travel/expense policies.
Description
The Faculty Professional Development Funds at Hobart and William Smith Colleges (HWS), administered by the Office of Academic and Faculty Affairs (OAFA), provide annual support for faculty to engage in activities that advance their scholarly, creative, and pedagogical expertise. The program is designed to foster ongoing engagement with disciplinary and interdisciplinary communities by reimbursing a broad range of professional development activities, including conferences, workshops, and training sessions. The funds aim to ensure equitable, reliable access to professional growth resources for eligible faculty each academic year.
