SOUTH CAROLINA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

GRADUATE STUDENT RESEARCH PROGRAM 2005-2006

South Carolina Space Grant Consortium Benedict College College of Charleston The Citadel Clemson University Coastal Carolina University Furman University The Medical University of South Carolina South Carolina State University University of South Carolina University of the Virgin Islands Wofford College

SOUTH CAROLINA SPACE GRANT CONSORTIUM

The South Carolina Space Grant Consortium is composed of 11 institutions of higher education in the State of South Carolina: Clemson University, Medical University of South Carolina, University of South Carolina, South Carolina State University, College of Charleston, Benedict College, The Citadel, Coastal Carolina University, Furman University, the University of the Virgin Islands, and Wofford College. The Consortium Space Grant Program Office is located on the campus of the College of Charleston. Dr. Mitchell Colgan is the Consortium Director. For questions or more information, contact Ms. Tara Scozzaro, MPA, SC Space Grant Consortium Program Manager (843) 953-5463; fax (843) 953-5446.

The Consortium Director and a Campus Director on each of the state campuses constitute the Consortium Management Team. The names and phone numbers of the Campus Directors are as follows:

Consortium Member Campus Director Phone Number Benedict College Dr. Larry Lowe (803) 253-5265 College of Charleston Dr. Cassandra Runyon (843) 953-8279 The Citadel Dr. Saul Adelman (843) 953-5007 Clemson University Dr. John Kennedy (864) 656-3470 Coastal Carolina University Dr. Craig Gilman (843) 349-2228 Furman University Dr. Hayden Porter (864) 294-3223 The Medical University of South Carolina Dr. Joann Sullivan (843) 792-0870 South Carolina State Dr. Jennifer Cash (803) 516-4753 University of South Carolina Dr. Michael Sutton (803) 777-7158 University of the Virgin Islands Dr. Nora Thomas (340) 693-1256 Wofford College Dr. Angela Shiftlet (864) 597-44528

GENERAL INFORMATION

Purpose: The Graduate Student Researchers Program (GSRP) is designed to help meet the continuing needs of the aeronautics and space effort by increasing the number of highly trained scientists and engineers in aerospace, space science, space applications and space technology. The GSRP Program awards fellowships for graduate study leading to research-based masters or doctoral degrees in the fields of science, mathematics, and engineering.

Fellowship Awards: Fellowship money awarded by the SC Space Grant Consortium will be administered through the Financial Aid office at the scholar’s institution. A maximum of $9,000 will be awarded from the SC Space Grant Consortium, which must be matched 1:1 by the host institution, the total being applied toward a graduate fellowship. In an effort to make the fellowship prestigious, one with the potential to attract and hold the best and brightest students, a requirement is that the stipend amount, when prorated on an annual basis, range from $15,000 - $18,000. A signature from the official responsible for committing the institution is required for the application.

Proposal Requirements: All applicants must submit one original and twelve (12) copies of all materials by January 24, 2005, to the main SC Space Grant Office. Proposals for the GSRP must be written by the student. Students are advised to enlist the aid of their faculty advisor for guidance, review, and commentary on the written material prior to submission. Proposals must be assembled in the following order.

• Original Signed Proposal Cover Sheet (form provided) The proposal cover sheet must be filled out and signed by the student, faculty advisor, and university official responsible for committing the institution for sponsored research. Proposals will not be funded without the required university approval signatures.

• Abstract and Budget Form (form provided) Proposal abstracts should concisely detail the intended research and its relationship to the NASA mission. The abstract should not exceed 100 words. The budget, not to exceed $18,000, must include the student stipend, not less than $15,000 on an annualized basis, plus an allowance, not to exceed $3,000.The allowance, if requested, may be used to: (1) defray tuition expenses, (2) purchase books and software, (3) provide per diem reimbursements for anticipated travel and living expenses for the student at a NASA facility, or (4) other expenses that relate to the student's proposed research. Requests for the allowance must be fully justified. The budget must be prorated when the student anticipates

less than a 12 month program tenure. (Note: GSRP grant funds may not be used for the purchase of any equipment including computers.)

• Description of Proposed Research and/or Plan of Study Students must prepare a typed, detailed research proposal (not to exceed three single-spaced pages). This critical document must contain a research plan, study objectives, schedule, methodology, key elements, and milestones. Students should indicate the NASA facilities and/or resources to be used in support of the research and/or plan of study, if any.

• Letter of Recommendation The faculty advisor must prepare and sign a one-page letter of recommendation on behalf of the student.

• Personnel The faculty advisor must submit a short biographical sketch (maximum 2 pages) that includes professional and academic essentials, principal publications, and current and pending support. The student is required to submit a transcript of all university activities (graduate and undergraduate) along with a summary of activities including special training, previous research projects, awards, scholarships, and significant accomplishments.

Selection of Proposals: Selection is based on the quality of the proposed research or plan of study and its relevance to NASA programs; student academic qualifications; the ability of the student to accomplish the defined research; and proposed utilization of Center research facilities.

Awards: Fellowships are awarded as training grants and are made for a period of one year (prorated if anticipated tenure is less than 12 months) and may be renewed annually on a competitive basis for a total of three years, contingent on availability of funds. Fellowship renewal is based on satisfactory progress as reflected in performance evaluations.

Eligibility: All applicants must be full-time graduate students enrolled in an accredited consortium member institution. Applicants must be citizens of the U.S. An individual accepting this award may not concurrently receive other Federal fellowships or traineeships. Underrepresented minorities, women, and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.

Funding: The total annual requested amount (SC Space Grant + institutional match) cannot exceed $18,000. This amount should include the student’s annual stipend, not less than $15,000/year annualized (prorated if the term of appointment is less than 12 months) and an allowance for additional research-related expenses, not to exceed $3,000. The allowance may be used to help defray tuition costs, purchase books and software, or to provide per diem and travel for the student. Requests for the allowance must be fully justified. Alternative uses for this allowance may be requested but must be consistent with the intent of the program. Funds awarded through the SC Space Grant Consortium must be applied towards the student stipend only. The required 1-to-1matching funds may be applied towards the student’s stipend and allowance.

Equal Opportunity: Applicants will not be denied consideration on grounds of race, creed, color, age, sex, or handicap. We encourage women and minorities to apply.

Obligation to the Government: While students who receive support through the National Space Grant Program do not incur any formal obligations to the government of the United States, the objectives of the program clearly will be best served if graduates from the program pursue further study or careers in science, technology, and engineering fields and support areas.

*Applications may not be submitted in conjunction with a SC Space Grant Consortium REAP $30,000 Research Grant Program application.

SCSGC Graduate Student Research Program Proposal Cover Sheet

Proposals Due January 24, 2005

I. Student Information

Name: Last First MI

Birth Date: Birth Place:

Social Security #: ______

Current Residence:

City State Zip

On-Campus Address:

City State Zip

Phone: ( ) E-mail:

University: GPA: / H ours:

Department: Discipline:

Campus Director’s Signature: ______

II. Colleges/Universities Dates Degree(s)/Date(s) Major Previously Attended Institution (most recent first) Location From To Awarded/Expected Field / / / /

III. Applicant Background (Check all that are applicable)

Male American Native or Hispanic Asian Pacific Islander Alaskan American

Female African American White, not Hispanic Individual with Disabilities

IV. Proposal Information

Type of Proposal: New Second Year Third Year

Proposed Title:

V. Faculty Advisor Information VI. Official Responsible for Committing Institution

Name: ______Name: ______

Department: ______Title: ______

Address: ______Street Address: ______

Campus Phone: ______City, State, Zip: ______

Fax #: ______Campus Phone: ______

E-mail: ______Fax #: ______

Signature:______Signature:______

Date:______Date:______

I certify that I am a citizen of the United States and that I am or will be a full-time graduate student at the university during the period covered by this proposal.

Signature:______Date:______

Attach the following: 1. Abstract and Budget Information Form 2. Description of Proposed Research and/or Plan of Study (3 pages max) 3. Letter of Recommendation from Faculty Advisor (1 page max) 4. Biographical Sketch of Faculty Advisor (2 pages max) 5. Student’s Transcripts and Summary of Activities

Abstract and Budget Information Form

Student Name: ______Last First MI

Abstract (100 words or less)

Budget Information

Prorate Stipend and Allowances if Anticipated Tenure is Less Than 12 Months

Student Stipend (not less than $______$15,000/year annualized)

Allowance (not to exceed $3,000) $______(Itemize and Justify)

Total Requested (Maximum of $18,000) $______