[Society of Physics Students](https://www.spsnational.org)

November 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

Up to $600 per award; several awards made annually; funds support chapter events and inductions.

Supports Sigma Pi Sigma chapters in organizing events and inductions that foster community and promote the honor society's mission.

--- ## Description The Sigma Pi Sigma Chapter Project Award provides funding to Sigma Pi Sigma chapters for organizing induction ceremonies and chapter events that build community among alumni and new members, raise the profile of Sigma Pi Sigma within the campus and broader physics communities, and add distinction to chapter activities. The program encourages imaginative projects that honor scholarship, promote service, and provide fellowship. Eligible projects include, but are not limited to, induction dinners, alumni engagement events, mentoring programs, community outreach, and activities that recognize outstanding achievement or increase chapter visibility. Funding may be used for expenses such as transportation, food and non-alcoholic beverages, speaker honoraria, entertainment, decorations, and invitations. --- ## Due Dates - November 2026: Full application deadline (anticipated/projected, based on annual cycle) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Maximum award: Up to $600 per chapter project. - Several awards are made annually. - Funds may cover a range of event-related expenses (e.g., transportation, food, honoraria, decorations). - Award is typically disbursed in two installments: half upon acceptance, half after submission of a final report. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be active Sigma Pi Sigma chapters in good standing with the national organization. - The project leader must be a student member of both Sigma Pi Sigma and the Society of Physics Students (SPS) national organizations. - Only one proposal per chapter will be accepted per cycle. --- ## Application Process - Submit an online application, including a detailed project proposal and budget, by the anticipated deadline. - Proposals should address project goals, alignment with Sigma Pi Sigma’s mission, implementation plan, timeline, and evaluation strategy. - The Sigma Pi Sigma Chapter Advisor must approve the proposal, but students are responsible for planning and writing. - Templates for proposals, budgets, and final reports are available: - [Proposal Template (DOC)](https://aip.brightspotcdn.com/09/fa/1ad0a61b47719de70371d1193ccf/sigma-chapter-project-award-proposal-template.doc) - [Budget Template (XLS)](https://aip.brightspotcdn.com/31/48/272127ab4a4dbecab09e4753eb90/sigma-chapter-project-award-budget-template.xls) - [Final Report Template (DOC)](https://aip.brightspotcdn.com/38/8a/ed0ac17c4c69a66639f937bd95ca/sigma-chapter-project-award-final-report-template.doc) - Awardees must submit a final report by May 31 of the award year to receive the second half of the funds. --- ## Additional Information - Projects are evaluated on engagement, creativity, alignment with Sigma Pi Sigma’s mission, and feasibility. - Award funds must be used as outlined in the proposal; unspent funds may need to be returned. - Examples of eligible projects include induction events, alumni networking, mentoring programs, and community outreach. --- ## External Links - [Program Page and Application Instructions](https://students.aip.org/chapter-project-award) - [Application Portal (SMApply)](https://aip-sps.smapply.io/prog/8TC3g7ds49XFvFr5GtrH/) - [Society of Physics Students Homepage](https://www.spsnational.org) - [Sigma Pi Sigma Honor Society](https://students.aip.org/sigma-pi-sigma) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-----------------------------|-------------------------------------------------| | Email | [sps@aip.org](mailto:sps@aip.org) | | Phone | 301-209-3007 | | Online Contact Form | [Contact SPS](https://www.spsnational.org/about/contact-us) | ---

Sigma Pi Sigma Chapter Project Award

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