SUNY is releasing funding for Individual Development Awards (IDA) to campuses as pursuant to Article 42 of the 2011-2016 Agreement between New York State and the United University Professions. The IDA program is intended to assist eligible employees (both full and part-time employees) to develop their full professional potential and to prepare for advancement. Funding may be provided to enhance teaching, research capabilities, professional knowledge and skills. Funding can be obtained for things as diverse as but not limited to: conference/workshop attendance, scholarly pursuit relating to research projects or additional education…etc.
The award may also cover reimbursement for activities or projects already completed. All expenses for activities that occur July 2, 2014 through July 1, 2015 must be incurred before July 1, 2015. The maximum amount that can be awarded to an applicant is $1,000.
The process involves a short application, a copy of the individual’s professional resume and a one page request letter detailing what the award will be use for by the individual. Members can print the application found at http://nysuup.lmc.ny.gov/uup/uup_form.cfm . Applications with all three required documents returned to the Office of Human Resources by Monday April 20th, 2015 will receive full consideration by the IDA Awards Committee.
To receive award funds for reimbursement, awardees must provide documentation of funds spent, receipts, and a one page program summary of how the award was used. If members have any additional questions regarding IDA awards, they can contact the UUP chapter office at 518-255-5250.
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