Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice

Department of Sociology, Anthropology, and Criminal Justice

Dr. Wilfred G. Marston Civic Engagement Award

Dr. Wilfred G. Marston (1936-2008) was professor of Sociology at the University of Michigan-Flint. He came to the University in 1970 with the mandate to establish a new Department of Sociology and served several terms as its chair. During his 29-years at UM-Flint, Dr. Marston established a distinguished career as a stellar scholar, outstanding teacher and mentor, and visionary leader. As a scholar of urban studies and residential segregation, he was a dedicated champion and booster of the City of Flint. Through his vibrant lectures, experiential learning techniques, and field trips to major cities, he taught students to be actively engaged in improving the community

This $1000 award is available to a student who exemplifies Dr. Marston’s spirit and undertakes a civic engagement project that will help the City of Flint “Move Forward” by improving conditions for those who live, work, learn, play or rely on the services that are available here. The award is open to UM-Flint students at all levels (any major) in good academic standing. The selection/evaluation committee will be comprised of faculty from the department of Sociology/Anthropology/Criminal Justice.

To apply, submit a cover sheet, project outline (based on the guidelines below) and budget: no later than April 15, 2014 to Ms. Lynne McTiernan, 522 French Hall.

Proposals Should Answer the Following Questions:

· Briefly, what do you propose to do?

· What methods/tools/skills/supplies will you need to complete the project?

· Do you need support/approval of a community organization (social service agency, charity, government agency, etc) to carry out your project? If yes, will you be able to obtain the needed support/approval? Explain.

· Will others be involved in the project? If yes, who will contribute and how?

· What are your estimated start and completion dates?

· What is the project budget and timeline?

· How you will keep your faculty advisor informed about your progress? How will the community benefit from your project?

Projects must be completed within a year. At the end of the award period, the student will have an opportunity to publicly present the results.

Due: April 15, 2014

This grant is made possible through the generosity of Rebecca and David Pettengill.

Please direct questions and comments to: Ms. Lynne McTiernan (762-3340)

Dr. Wilfred G. Marston Civic Engagement Award

Application Cover Sheet

Instructions: Complete this form and attach a budget and a 2-page narrative describing your project. Where applicable, list a community partner for your project. (Note: projects that require the involvement or approval of a community partner must provide an official letter of support before the project can begin.) Have a faculty member who will mentor you complete and sign the bottom portion of this form. Submit all materials to Ms. Lynne McTiernan, 522, French Hall by April 15, 2014.

Project Title

Start Date: ______Completion Date:______

Student Name

Address

Student ID Number

Phone Number(s)

E-Mail

Major Number of Credits enrolled (currently)

Student’s Signature

Supervising Faculty Mentor

Department/College or School

Name of Community Partner

To be completed by Faculty Mentor

I have reviewed this student’s proposal. I affirm that this student is capable of performing the work described and that I will mentor this student throughout the project.

Faculty Name:

Faculty Signature: ______Date:______

Cover sheet & proposal due: April 15, 2014

Submit to: Lynne McTiernan

Room 522 French Hall

PROPOSED BUDGET: WILFRED G. MARSTON AWARD

Project Title: ______

Project Period: ______

Project Sponsor (faculty mentor):______

Project Director (student):______

Potential Project Expenses (please itemize)

Supplies and Materials

Subtotal: Supplies $

Equipment (Rental or purchase)

Subtotal: Equipment $

Food Costs (e.g. lunch for volunteers)

Subtotal: Supplies $______

Travel Expenses (e.g. gasoline)

Subtotal: Travel $

Recruitment (e.g. volunteers)

Subtotal: Recruitment $

Other Expenses

Subtotal: Other $

Total Budgeted Costs: $ ______