Thursday, March 10, 2011

Support grants available for racial, ethnic studies

IRE graphicThe UW System Institute on Race and Ethnicity announces the availability of grant funds for research, curriculum development, campus activities and faculty diversity research awards relating to racial and ethnic studies. Approximately $135,000 is available for distribution during the 2011-12 fiscal year. All IRE grants are informed by the UW System's focus on inclusive excellence.

Proposals, postmarked by April 8, should be sent to Franc James, UW System Institute on Race and Ethnicity, 161 W. Wisconsin Ave., Suite 6000, Milwaukee, WI 53203-2602. More information is available online or by contacting James at 414-227-3250 or fjames@uwm.edu.