Applicants should submit their requests at least six weeks before their anticipated travel dates. Submissions will be considered on a first-come, first-served basis and may not be guaranteed.
The Conference Travel Award
This award supports undergraduate students attend or present at academic conferences. It provides opportunities to refine communication skills, network with peers and professionals, and explore career paths. Open to all UO undergraduates. Funding Amount: Up to $500 maximum
Eligibility Criteria
- Open to all UO undergraduate students regardless of immigration or FAFSA status
- Must be currently enrolled full-time in a UO undergraduate degree-granting program
- Good academic standing
- Funds will be provided only one time during the student's academic career at UO
- Note: This award is for current students only, and graduating seniors are not eligible for post-graduation travel funding
Presenting or Attending
- Presenting: Priority will be given to students presenting their research. Award funds may not be reserved pending conference acceptance to present.
- Attending: If you are attending (but not presenting), you will need a brief statement of support from your faculty/research mentor (in addition to the application) explaining how this experience will benefit your academic or creative work.
- You will provide their UO email address on this form, so a link to the Statement of Support form can automatically be sent to them- please let them know to expect the communication beforehand
How to Apply
- Your information and your faculty mentor's contact details (UO email)
A budget breakdown (not exceeding $500) for travel, lodging, meals and registration fees - Write a 150 to 250 summary:
- Presenter - Describe your presentation in a way a broad audience can understand
- Attendee- Explain how attending aligns with your research or creative activities
Requirements and Award Disbursement
- Award funds are disbursed through the faculty mentor's academic department (and not directly to you)
- Recipients may be asked to participate in related CURE events, like workshops or presentations, to share your experiences.
- A brief post-experience reflection is due within one month after the event.
- Present a summary of insights gained and attendance or presentation experience at Undergraduate Research Symposium in May