Funding Opportunities

(Updated January 2024)

The goal of Individual Research Activity funding is to encourage and facilitate cultural research experiences and professional development for Associates of the Center for Cross Cultural Research. Activities are expected to reflect explorations of culture that depart from Associates’ individual programs of research and professional development.

Individual Research Activity Funding Guidelines

2024 application cycle details:

• Up to $3,000 per individual award is available.
• Applications are due by May 1st, 2024 at 11:59pm
• Eligibility:
  • Proposals must be from an active CCCR Associate,
  • Associates must have joined the CCCR at least one quarter prior to submitting a funding application
  • Associates must be in good standing regarding prior project funding
• Applicants should review the CCCR bylaws for an overview of the Individual Research Activity application process, presentation expectations, proposal evaluation, and post-funding expectations.
• Timeline:
  • Applications should be submitted to the Director via email by the deadline
  • Applications will be screened by Director for eligibility and completeness
  • Review will take place in the 2-3 weeks post submission
  • Funding decisions will be announced within 4-6 weeks
  • Funds are available for use in accordance with the approved project start date and timeline. Projects should begin within 6 months of funding approval.
    • Investigators should allow for up to 4 weeks to hire and pay student researchers and consultants
    • Investigators should allow for up to two weeks for all other purchases
  • Funds are available for up to one year from the project start date.
  • End of activity reports are due no later than one year after research activities begin; due dates will be communicated to investigators with the notice of funds.

Applications should not exceed 5 single-spaced pages.

For Research Projects:

Include a project description that addresses the following evaluation criteria:

• Theoretical foundation
  • Clear description of relevant cultural and psychological variables and processes
  • Theoretical contribution of the proposed project
• Methods
  • Research questions that are clearly tied to study design
  • Methodology suitable to address the question(s) posed
  • A clear and appropriate explanation of sample size
  • A clear and appropriate analysis plan
• Expected timeline of research activity (including a specified start and end date; typically no more than a one year project duration). If awarded, all research activities are expected to be completed within one year of their start date.
• Clear responsibilities for Project Personnel
  • Description of proposed responsibilities and roles for Principal Investigator, other Center Associates, Student Affiliates, community members, and/or other research personnel involved in the project
• Best Practices in Open Science
  • Applicants must confirm that the study is/will be pre-registered (e.g., on OSF).
  • Applicants must confirm that the data from the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
  • Applicants must confirm that the analytic methods and code for analyses will be made publicly available
  • Applicants must confirm that the research materials for the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
  • Applicants must submit their OSF page to the Director for publication on the website.
  • See here for a primer on Open Science practices.
• Applicants must confirm that an ethics application has been submitted, or will be submitted before funds are used (if applicable).
  • If already submitted, please provide the protocol number for reference.
• References for work cited (not included in page count)

For Professional Development activities:

1. Details about the experience (dates, location, explanation of activity, etc.)
2. An explanation of how the experience will advance and/or enhance one’s research on culture and psychology
3. Detailed timeline of the professional development activities
4. References for work cited (not included in page count)

All Proposals:

1. Include a brief description of the applicant’s eligibility, including:
   • date they joined the CCCR
   • current activity within the CCCR – detail how often you attend bi-weekly meetings and speaker events (including any barriers to attendance), and briefly describe other ways you have engaged in the CCCR community
2. Include an expected budget that includes description and justification for each expenditure. Must include a description of how the proposed budget corresponds to the specified responsibilities and roles of project personnel (e.g., who will oversee which research activities). Funding requests for individual research activities may include:
   • Research-related materials (e.g., supplies, printing costs)
   • Research participant payment
   • Student researcher, collaborator, or consultant payments. Estimates of these payments should include fringe benefits and other associated costs.
   • Travel for professional development related to cultural research (e.g., conference travel to present on cultural research or learn new cultural research methods, funding for workshops or other trainings on cultural research tools). Applications that include travel funds must indicate that they have already/will use Department funds first.
   • Funds are not typically provided for:
     • Living expenses while conducting research
     • Stipends for principal investigators (e.g., summer salary)
   • Funds are contingent on IRB approval, if relevant
3. Discuss the impact of proposed research. Briefly address each of the following:
   • CCCR values. Discuss how the research activities serve and enhance the values of the CCCR and its research on culture and diversity. This might include:
     • Research activities or trainings that center voices and experiences of underrepresented cultures, groups, or identities
     • Research activities or trainings that support underrepresented students or collaborators who do not typically receive compensation for research work
   • Innovation and potential impact.
     • Discuss how the current project expands one's existing program of research or how the experience will expand the investigator’s ability to conduct research that will result in social action or systems change or improved quality of life for vulnerable or marginalized populations.
   • Tangible outcomes. Discuss how the research activities serve and enhance the standing of the partners involved (e.g., potential publications or presentations, supporting student development, establishing or enhancing community partnerships).

(Updated January 2024)

The goal of the Associate-Led Collaborative Research Project is to encourage and facilitate cultural research collaboration among Associates of the Center for Cross Cultural Research. Projects are expected to reflect explorations of culture that depart from Associates’ individual programs of research.

Collaborative Research Project Funding Guidelines

• 2024 application cycle details:
  • Up to $5,000 per collaborative award is available
  • Applications are due by May 1st, 2024 at 11:59pm
• Eligibility:
  • Proposals must include two or more Associates as Co-Principal Investigators
  • Associates must have joined the CCCR at least one quarter prior to submitting a funding application.
  • Associates must be currently active within the CCCR,
  • Associates must be in good standing regarding prior project funding
• Applicants should review the CCCR bylaws for an overview of the Collaborative Research Project application process, presentation expectations, proposal evaluation, and post-funding expectations.
• Timeline:
  • Applications should be submitted to the Director via email by the deadline
  • Applications will be screened by the Director for eligibility and completeness
  • Review will take place in the 2-3 weeks post submission
  • Funding decisions will be announced within 4-6 weeks
  • Funds are available for use in accordance with the approved project start date and timeline. Projects should begin within 6 months of funding approval.
    • Investigators should allow for up to 4 weeks to hire and pay student researchers and consultants
    • Investigators should allow for up to two weeks for all other purchases
  • Funds are available for up to one year from the project start date.
  • End of project reports are due one year after the project begins.

Applications should not exceed 5 single-spaced pages and should include:

• A brief description of each Investigator’s eligibility, including:
  • date they joined the CCCR
  • current activity within the CCCR – detail how often you attend bi-weekly meetings and speaker events (including any barriers to attendance), and briefly describe other ways you have engaged in the CCCR community
     
• Detailed project description that addresses the following evaluation criteria:
  • Theoretical foundation
    • Clear description of relevant cultural and psychological variables and processes
    • Theoretical contribution of the proposed project
  • Methods
    • Research questions that are clearly tied to study design
    • Methodology suitable to address the question(s) posed
    • A clear and appropriate explanation of sample size
    • A clear and appropriate analysis plan
  • Expected timeline of research activity (including a specified start and end date; typically no more than a one year project duration). If awarded, all research activities are expected to be completed within one year of their start date.
  • Clear responsibilities for Project Personnel
    • Description of proposed responsibilities and roles for Co-Principal Investigators, other Center Associates, Student Affiliates, community members, and/or other research personnel involved in the project
  • Best Practices in Open Science
    • Applicants must confirm that the study is/will be pre-registered (e.g., on OSF).
    • Applicants must confirm that the data from the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
    • Applicants must confirm that the analytic methods and code for analyses will be made publicly available.
    • Applicants must confirm that the research materials for the project will be made publicly available unless there is a clear obstacle that cannot be overcome.
    • Applicants must submit their OSF page to the Director for publication on the website.
    • See here for a primer on Open Science practices.
  • Applicants must confirm that an ethics application has been submitted, or will be submitted before funds are used (if applicable).
    • If already submitted, please provide the protocol number for reference.
    • Funds are contingent on IRB approval, if relevant
  • References for work cited (not included in page count)
     
• Expected budget that includes description and justification detailing each expenditure. Must include a description of how the proposed budget corresponds to the specified responsibilities and roles of project personnel (e.g., who will oversee which research activities). Funding requests for collaborative research projects may include:
  • Research-related materials (e.g., supplies, printing costs)
  • Research participant payment
  • Student researcher, collaborator, or consultant payments. Estimates of these payments should include fringe benefits and other associated costs.
  • Project-related travel (i.e., travel necessary to complete data collection)
  • Funds are not typically provided for:
    • Living expenses while conducting research
    • Stipends for principal investigators (e.g., summer salary).
    • Travel to conventions or conferences; other department, college, and CCCR funds are available to support these activities.

• Impact of proposed research. Briefly address each of the following:
  • CCCR values. Discuss how the project serves and enhances the values of the CCCR and its research on culture and diversity. This might include:
    • Centering voices and experiences of underrepresented cultures, groups, or identities
    • Supporting underrepresented students or collaborators who do not typically receive compensation for research work
    • Support for cultural research that would not be likely to receive funding from traditional sources
  • Innovation and potential impact. Discuss how the results of the project will result in social action or systems change or improved quality of life for vulnerable or marginalized populations.
  • Tangible outcomes. Discuss how the project serves and enhances the standing of the partners involved (e.g., potential publications or presentations, supporting student development, establishing or enhancing community partnerships).
     
• A short description of how presentation expectations for the project will be met. Associates are expected to present aspects of their project at least once with members of the CCCR. Associates should be prepared to actively engage with the CCCR learning community by:
  • Bringing initial ideas to the group to receive substantive feedback
  • Bringing a key challenge to the group (e.g., an obstacle to executing the project) to engage in community problem-solving
  • Bringing the community into a discussion about successes and lessons learned
  • The status of funded and completed projects can also be the subject of regular discussion and update as part of bi-weekly CCCR research meetings

A $1500 tuition scholarship is available each year for one Undergraduate Student Affiliate of the Center for Cross-Cultural Research (CCCR). Details and application instructions for this scholarship follow.

Purpose: The purpose of this scholarship is to support the development of undergraduate students in learning about the role of culture in the discipline of psychology. Research activity is not required, as we see this as an initial encouragement for engaging with the study of culture and psychology. Thus, this learning process may be occurring in coursework, research experience, and involvement in Center activities. Students who are traditionally underrepresented in educational and research contexts (e.g., ethnic and racial minorities; sexual or gender minorities; first-generation college students) are particularly encouraged to apply

Eligibility: Current WWU CCCR Undergraduate Student Affiliates, who have attended Center activities for at least two quarters, and who will be a WWU student for at least two quarters in the subsequent school year.

Application: Applicants should provide a 2-3 page essay detailing:

• Their involvement in CCCR activities for at least two quarters
• How the CCCR has impacted their growth as a student of psychology and culture.
• How the scholarship would benefit their continued exploration of psychology and culture.
  
  Applicants must also include:
   
• A resume
• Confirmation of their continued enrollment at WWU in the subsequent year, for which the scholarship would apply.
• A brief letter of support from a faculty Affiliate of the Center, attesting to their involvement in the Center.
  
  Review: Applications are submitted via email by May 1st, 2024 to the Director of the CCCR. The Director and Advisory Board will review all applicants and select awardees. Awards will be presented at PsychFest.

Up to five $1500 tuition waivers are available to support second year Graduate Student Affiliates of the CCCR.

Purpose: The purpose of this scholarship is to support graduate student thesis research that is focused on culture and psychology.

Eligibility: Current WWU CCCR Graduate Student Affiliates who are in their first year of their graduate program, who have attended Center activities for at least two quarters, who have good standing in the program (i.e., no grades below a B, and up to date on progress reports), and who have at least one quarter in their second year in which they are not a TA (a tuition waiver cannot be applied to a quarter in which one has a TAship).

Application: Applicants should provide a 2-3 page essay detailing:

• their involvement in CCCR activities for at least two quarters
• How the CCCR has impacted their growth as a researcher of psychology and culture.
• A description of their thesis project and how the scholarship would benefit that thesis work.
  
  Applicants must also include:
   
• A transcript
• Current CV
• Written confirmation from the Director of the Graduate Program that they are up to date with their progress reports
• A brief letter of support from a faculty Affiliate of the Center, attesting to their involvement in the Center and the use of the funds for thesis work
• Confirmation of the quarter(s) that they are not TAing.
  
  Review: Applications are submitted via email by May 1st, 2024 to the Director of the CCCR. The Director and Advisory Board will review all applicants and select awardees. Awards will be presented at PsychFest.