Rising Undergraduates in Mammalogy Travel Support
Forecasted
The Rising Undergraduates in Mammalogy Travel Support from the American Society of Mammalogists funds and mentors marginalized undergraduates to attend the ASM annual meeting, advancing diversity in mammalogy.
Funder: American Society of Mammalogists
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 for transportation plus meal stipend, lodging, and conference registration; ~5 awardees per cycle.
Summary: Provides comprehensive travel support and mentorship for marginalized undergraduates to attend the ASM annual meeting, fostering diversity in mammalogy.
Key Information: For undergraduates in North America from marginalized backgrounds; membership and research presentation not required.
Description
The Rising Undergraduates in Mammalogy Travel Support program, administered by the Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, and Anti-Bias (IDEA) Committee of the American Society of Mammalogists (ASM), is designed to reduce financial barriers for undergraduate students from marginalized backgrounds to attend the ASM annual meeting. The program covers major costs—transportation, meals, lodging, and registration—and provides mentorship and preparatory activities to help students maximize their conference experience. This initiative aims to increase diversity and inclusion in mammalogy by supporting students whose identities have been underrepresented in the field.
