MEMORANDUM FOR: FROM: SUBJECT: University Community Schuyler Korban, Vice Provost and Director, Office of Global Programs Funding opportunities available through Office of Global Programs The Office of Global Programs continues to actively support internationalization efforts at UMass Boston. Seed funding is provided to faculty, staff, and students to pursue diverse activities related to learning, teaching, research, as well as community engagements abroad. We hope that you will continue to take advantage of this seed funding provided by Office of Global Programs during this upcoming academic year. Applications for funding will be solicited twice a year, September 15 and January 15. All applications will be reviewed and evaluated by a Grant Proposal Review Panel, and applicants will be notified of decisions within a period of 4 weeks after the closing date of applications. With the upcoming Spring deadline (January 15, 2015) fast approaching, we encourage you to visit our website (http://www.umb.edu/academics/global/funding_programs_for_faculty_students_and_staff) to learn about all available seed funding opportunities.