Please provide the following information:
A. An up-to-date curriculum vitae or resume
Please refer to the currriculum vitae guidelines in Appendix B.
B. A summary of the research project or course of study for which the leave is being requested
Please include: a clear statement of objectives, any work already completed, and the work to be undertaken during the study
C. A summary of the your particular qualifications to undertake the project
For example, educational qualifications (credit or non-credit), previous related research and publications, relevant employment background.
D. A statement of the expected result of the project
Include, where applicable, how you intend to distribute the results (publications, conferences, etc.), and an estimate of the significance and future use of the results.
E. A statement of the expected benefits of the project
Clearly demonstrate the impact, outcomes and deliverables as related to:
1) The Applicant
Describe the expected benefits of the project for yourself.
2) The Library
Describe the expected benefits of the project to the Library; relate these benefits to the Library strategic plan if possible.
3) The University
Describe the expected benefits of the project to the University; relate these benefits to the University strategic plan if possible.
4) The Scholarly Community
Describe the expected benefits of the project for the scholarly community.
F. Describe the resources required for this project, and if you have sought external funding
Some examples of resources you may need: travel, supplies, survey creation/analysis, human resources, and/or training. If you have sought and/or received external funding please indicate the source and amount, and the purpose of the funding (i.e. what is the funding intended to cover). If funding is not received, please indicate how you will proceed with the project.
G. Additional supporting documentation
Additional documentation such as the following may be submitted if thought pertinent: copies of publications, reviews, or presentations; records of committee activities; etc.
