Eligible project/events:
Academic Multicultural Programming
Maximum yearly award total of $2,000
Programming that promotes academic success among groups traditionally underrepresented
- e.g. study groups, peer tutoring, time management workshops
Student scholarly/academic publications on multicultural topics
- e.g. newsletter, magazine
Guest lecturer or artist on multicultural subjects or academic success issues
- e.g. expert on retention of underrepresented students
Projects that promote the cross-cultural understanding and awareness for the campus community
- e.g. workshops, performances, forums, outreach
Conference Attendance
Maximum Award of $2,000 for a maximum of 5 members
National conferences that promote academic success or leadership and multiculturalism
- If less than 5 members would like to attend and submit a proposal, they are eligible for $400 per person. (e.g. a maximum award of $1,600 can be approved for 4 members)
Please note: the maximum amounts indicate the highest possible award, not a guaranteed amount. The application process is a competitive process.
Opportunity to Receive Additional SAMI Funding
Student Organizations that collaborate to put on an intercultural program or event will be eligible for up to $500 in additional funding. Collaborative efforts should be between student organizations across cultural backgrounds. For instance, two student organizations representing different cultures hosting a program or event together.
Criteria for Student Organizations:
Student organizations may receive funding totaling $2000 per fiscal year (July 1 – June 30)
Registered student group with the Central Student Government (CSG) with a University Fund account through the Student Organization Account Service (SOAS)
Funds will not be provided for:
- Non-academic or entirely social events (e.g. balls, banquets, parties)
- Fund-raising activities or charitable events
- Organizations that have a consistent base of substantial funding (e.g. Michigan Student Assembly, Project Serve, University Activities Center)
- University transportation (in accordance with University liability insurance regulations)
- Payment for food items
- Study abroad experiences unless a significant academic multicultural opportunity has been clearly identified, that goes above and beyond the study abroad experience
- Dissertation research
- Scholarship competitions, awards, presentation ceremonies and banquets
- Profit-making events
- Prizes
- Internships
- Experiences used for academic credit
