So, you're presenting at a conference?!

There are at least three sources of funding you will want to check out. The Department of Religious Studies has some money available for travel. If you are a currently enrolled graduate student in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of Iowa, ask Maureen for a "request for travel funds" form.

To apply for departmental funds you also need to apply for Graduate Student Senate (GSS) travel funds. The GSS travel funds application is available from the RGSO coordinator or the GSS website. These forms have periodic deadlines throughout the school year. Check for those deadlines on the web or with the RGSO GSS representative. Also check with the GSS representative or RGSO coordinator for tips on making the most of your applications.

Finally, the University of Iowa Student Government (UISG) provides some funding for research grants and scholarly presentations. For presentations, the average award is $100, and you receive funds after your trip so save your receipts. These forms are available on the UISG website or from the RGSO coordinator. Remember, there are also other outside sources of funding--perhaps from the group sponsoring the conference. Talk with other students and search the web.

Don't let $$$ stop you from building your CV!