Arts Dean’s Fund

The Arts Dean’s Fund for Excellence and Equity (ADFEE) is dedicated to supporting the dissemination of student research. Qualifying projects must demonstrate a commitment to equity and inclusion. This fund is supported entirely through the generosity of our donors, and remains open as long as funding is available.

Eligibility Information

  • Students applying for this award will be currently enrolled and in good academic standing. Undergraduate students in any Arts major and graduate students in any Arts graduate program are eligible to apply. 
  • The activity or project must take place within one calendar year and prior to graduation.
  • This fund is used to cover expenses related to the dissemination of Arts research. Examples include: presenting at upcoming conferences (conference and travel fees), costs associated with exhibition and/or publication of scholarly and creative work. The ADFEE will consider the coverage of equipment costs if the equipment is necessary for the completion of a project accepted for presentation or exhibition at an off-campus venue. 
  • Students may receive funding for one application per fiscal year (July 1- June 30) of up to $1000.00 which.

Art
Art & Design: Games and Playable Media
Creative Technologies
Film and Digital Media
History of Art and Visual Media
Music
Theater Arts

artsdean@ucsc.edu

Location: On or off-campus
Program Time Period: academic year
Compensation: Up to $1,000
Application Deadline: Different each quarter. See website for specific dates
Website: https://arts.ucsc.edu/research/arts-deans-fund-for-excellence-equity/


Last modified: Nov 21, 2025