Northwest Academic Computing Consortium 2008 Grant
The Northwest Academic Computing Consortium (NWACC) 2008 Proof of Concept Grant Proposal Submission Guidelines are now available at:
http://www.nwacc.org/programs/grants/guidelines08.html. The goal of NWACC's Proof of Concept Program is to stimulate new curricular uses of leading edge information technologies that will enhance the learning environments at NWACC institutions. Some examples of leading edge technologies include: the delivery of applications over high-bandwidth networks; applications using multifunction, hand-held devices; creative applications of learning management systems; podcasting; Web 2.0 applications; etc. Funds may be used to purchase hardware or software, provide access to networked resources, develop new software, modify existing software, provide faculty stipends, etc. Traditionally, NWACC has awarded ten to fifteen grants of $10,000 each.
The DEADLINE for submitting grant proposals is February 22, 2008. Proposals MUST include an eligibility code provided by the Office of the Vice President of Information Services at x2944/3136 or cio@pacificu.edu . If you have any questions, please contact Lee M. Colaw at x3136.