Purpose

Through the generous support of the E & M Charities Asian and Pacific fund, CAPS Faculty Conference Travel Awards provide funding for UI faculty to attend or present at domestic or international conferences related to East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific region. Awards will not exceed $800 for traveling to conferences domestically (including Canada) and $1,200 for traveling to conferences internationally. Applicants are encouraged to supplement their awards with funds from other sources.

Application deadline: November 1

Eligibility

Open to tenured and tenure-track faculty members at the University of Iowa whose research primarily focuses on the cultures, societies, and institutions of East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific region.

Requirements

Eligible and ineligible expenses, Travel to High-Risk destinations, Foreign Visitor and Export Control Requirements. Click here for more information.

Evaluation Criteria

  • Attend or present at domestic or international conferences related to East Asia, Southeast Asia, and the Pacific region

Application Process

  • Complete the online application form. You will need to have the following to complete the form:

  • Information about the conference and the applicant's roles and activities during the conference
  • A budget for attending the conference

Contact Information

For questions regarding International Travel Awards please contact:

Mary Paterson
Business Manager
319-335-1441
mary-paterson@uiowa.edu