DATA Institute & Mini-Grants Application

Event Details

Are you looking for time and support to analyze your course data and develop an evidence-based intervention? Join the Data-Informed Teaching Inquiry Institute (DATA Institute)—a structured opportunity to explore student success trends, engage in inquiry, and draft a mini-grant proposal to support course innovations. Through guided workshops, faculty will analyze course data, develop a research question, and design an action plan. Participants will refine their proposals and apply for a mini grant of up to $1,500 to implement their intervention by December 2026.

This opportunity is limited to 10 participants/mini-grants. Apply here by April 11, 2025.

 

Gain dedicated time to explore institutional student success data with expert guidance. Engage with faculty peers and facilitators to refine your research and intervention strategies. Apply for a mini-grant of up to $1,500 to implement a research-informed course innovation.

 

Who May Apply

 

Individual undergraduate faculty or faculty teams (2–3 members) from any discipline. Educators interested in using data and research-based strategies to enhance student outcomes.

 

How it Works
1. Apply for the Institute (virtual application by April 11): Submit your application to participate in this unique faculty development opportunity.

2. Attend Institute Workshops (May 5, 6, & 19; 9 a.m.-12 p.m.; Belknap Campus): Participate in guided sessions to analyze institutional data, develop a research question, and explore evidence-based interventions.

3. Develop Your Mini-Grant Proposal (by May 27): Receive expert feedback before submitting your proposal for funding consideration.

4. Research & Plan (June – December 2025): Work alongside mentors and peers to refine your approach, conduct additional data collection if needed and prepare for implementation.

5. Implement Your Innovation (Spring – Fall 2026): Execute your plan, integrating evidence-based strategies into your course and assessing their impact.

6. Assess & Report (December 2026): With support from mentors, evaluate the effectiveness of your intervention and share your findings in a report.