Prepared byRhea L. Williamson, Ph.D.

Dean of ResearchOffice of Research and Sponsored Programs

Mission statement: HSUoffer access to

affordable, high-quality education that is responsive to the needs of a fast-changing world.

provide a wide array of programs and activities that promote understanding of social, economic and environmental issues

prepare responsible members of diverse societies

serve as a catalyst for life-long learning and personal development

create an inclusive environment of free inquiry, in which learning is the highest priority

Research MissionIn collaboration with nearby industries and

communities, HSU faculty and staff are dedicated to achieving the university's mission: To enrich the lives of its students, to transmit knowledge to its students along with the necessary skills for applying it in the service of our society, and to expand the base of knowledge through research and scholarship.

At HSU, we believe that discovery through research, creative endeavors and experience energizes the educational process.

Sources of Student FundingCampus-wide DepartmentPrivate industryAlumniGovernment

Basis for FundingAwards are generally based on scholastic

achievement and financial need. All students are encouraged to apply for as many scholarships as possible, to lessen their need for loans or part time work to attend school.

Some awards are based on Distinct Qualifications: qualities like leadership, community service, hardship, and academic achievement in addition to financial need.

FAFSA for Federal FundsIn order to receive student financial aid,

students need to fill out a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) every school year.

The process is all done on-line

Student Funding OpportunitiesCSU Doctoral Incentive

ProgramSally Casanova Pre-

Doctoral Scholar Program

Graduate Equity Fellowship

CSU Research Competition

Bertha Kalm ScholarshipJack Kent Cooke

ScholarshipMcNair ScholarshipStudent Research

Assistance

CSU Doctoral Incentive ProgramLends participants who are full-time doctoral

students up to $10,000 annually to a limit of $30,000 over a five-year period. The recipients may enroll in any approved doctoral program, at an accredited university in the United States or abroad.

After completion of the doctoral degree, a DIP participant is extended a 12-month grace period before loan repayments begin. If the participant obtains a full-time instructional faculty position in the CSU, the loan principal and interest are "forgiven" at the rate of 20% for each year of service. After five years of full time faculty service, the entire loan amount can be forgiven.

Sponsorship of Grant Agencies

NSF Graduate Research FellowshipProgram Information: www.nsf.gov/grfpApplication and deadlines: www.fastlane.nsf.govEmail: info@nsfgradfellows.org

National Defense Science and Engineering Graduate FellowshipProgram Information, application and deadlines:

www.asee.org/ndsegEmail: ndseg@asee.org

NSF Supported Fields Chemistry Computer and Information Science and Engineering Engineering Geosciences Life Sciences Mathematical Sciences Physics and Astronomy Psychology Social Sciences

Grant Research Fellowship Benefits Three years of support $30,000 annual stipend $10,500 cost-of-education allowance Used at the graduate school

of your choice

National Defense Science and Engineering Grant BenefitsThree Year Fellowship Program

Personal Stipend ($30,500 the first year, $31,000 the second year, and $31,500 the third year)

Full tuition and fees, no obligations

Up to $1,000 in an annual health insurance allowance

Fellows may choose any U.S. institution for their graduate studies

What is Missing?Prior opportunities are wonderful, but require

advanced knowledge of need, considerable amounts of paperwork, and a long lag period

Faculty often have excellent students, who would benefit from giving a presentation at a conference, local or national

Development of a mechanism for funding by students for students that sets criteria, includes evaluation, and is promoted by the faculty would fill a void and promote advanced learning

ONE STOP SHOP LOCATION FOR DISCOVERY

How Can ASI Help? ExamplesSupport Instructionally Related Activities (as

at CSU Fresno)Provide ASI Supported Scholarships (as at

CSU Long Beach)Initiate a theme-based program that

accomplishes our mission (e.g., community service, sustainability), and is supported by ASI funds (as at CSU Chico with the AS Sustainability Fund)

Your ideas and thoughts?

In Conclusion…..We are in this together, working towards the

same goals. Helping students find ways to graduate

smarter, easier, and sooner helps us, our students, and our community.

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