UCSB offers travel grants for Academic Senate members to present their research or creative work at major national or international conferences, supporting scholarly exchange and professional growth.
Funder: University of California Santa Barbara
Due Dates: Rolling (Apply at least 21 days before travel or event)
Funding Amounts: $250 (virtual) | $900 (domestic) | $1,500 (international); one award per fiscal year (or international every other year)
Summary: Supports UCSB Academic Senate members’ travel to present research or creative work at national or international conferences.
Key Information: Strict 21-day advance application deadline—no exceptions.
This program provides travel grants to UCSB Academic Senate members to facilitate the presentation and discussion of novel research results or creative work at organized national and international conferences. The grants are intended to enhance scholarly exchange and professional development by supporting participation in significant, broadly publicized conferences or creative venues. Funding is available for one virtual or domestic trip per fiscal year, or an international trip every other year, in lieu of a domestic/virtual trip.