California State University, Sacramento
STUDENT ACADEMIC DEVELOPMENT (SAD)
PROGRAM GUIDELINES 2007/2008
Please read these guidelines carefully before you complete the application. Print a copy of these guidelines for your reference.
NOTE: Incomplete or late applications will be returned.
PURPOSE:
The purpose of the Student Academic Development Program fund, established with Sacramento State discretionary lottery monies, is to support activities that extend students’ educational experiences beyond the normal instructional environment. We encourage students from all academic disciplines to apply.
ELIGIBLE CATEGORIES:
Individual students and student groups are eligible for these awards. All group projects must be submitted as one application, with pertinent information for each student included. For students attending conferences, only individual applications will be accepted, even if you are traveling as part of a group. The “University Sponsor” signature is REQUIRED.
CATEGORIES:
- Attendance at a professional meeting or workshop in the major or related majors. Note: Tuition will not be funded.
- Development of a special curriculum-related project or presentation, which will be completed by June 30, 2008.
- Participation in an academic competition or artistic performance.
- Participation in a summer institute that will be completed by June 30, 2008. Note: Tuition will not be funded.
Requests may include the costs of in-state or out-of-state registration fees and lodging, and in-state transportation only (i.e., airfare, gasoline). If you are using a travel agency or booking your reservation online, lodging and transportation expenses must be listed separately. EXPENSES CANNOT INCLUDE MEALS. Costs must be incurred in the semester in which the application is submitted.
DEADLINES:The deadlines for submission of applications are:
for Summer 2007 and Fall 2007 activities
for activities from July 1, 2007-January 27, 2008
5:00 p.m. Friday, March 7, 2008
for Spring 2008 activities
for activities from January 28, 2008-June 30, 2008
NOTIFICATION: All applicants will be notified by mail as soon as possible after these dates, usually within 6 weeks.
AWARDS:
Awards are distributed on a reimbursement basis each semester (after the completion of the project or trip). Original receipts FOR THE STUDENT BEING REIMBURSED, the SAD Final Report Form , a current State of California Payee Data Record, a completed Warning, Waiver, Assumption of Risk and Release of Liability form, and a signed Sacramento State Direct Payment Request are required for reimbursement.
The general deadlines to submit receipts for reimbursement are:
Fall 2007: December 14, 2007
Spring 2008: May 23, 2008
Special arrangements for reimbursement after the deadlines can be requested.
Awards will be granted up to a maximum of $300 per student in an academic year.
CONTACT: Office of Academic Affairs (916) 278-6331
