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'22-'23 Applications Now Open

REI funds several types of projects:

Co-Learning Projects Link

Co-Learning Plan selection is a competitive process. REI typically funds up to four Co-Learning Projects each year, and authors receive up to $8,000 in support. Visit the Project Overview page for more information on REI project types. 

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Co-Learning Plan Timeline

Stage Date
Application Deadline December 12, 2022
Notice of Awards January 2023
First Drafts Due April 3, 2023
Second Drafts Due May 5, 2023
Executive Summary Due June 2, 2023
Final Report Due July 7, 2023
Presentations Due August 4, 2023
Annual REI Event August 17, 2023
Addendum Due August 31, 2023

Innovation Fellows Program Link

Innovation Fellows are funded through a competitive award process to which only serious, dedicated individuals should apply. Visit the Project Overview page for more information on REI project types. 

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Innovation Fellow Timeline

Stage Date
Applications Due December 10, 2022
Notice of Award January, 2023
First Project Update April 3, 2023
Second Project Update May 5, 2023
Third Project Update June 2, 2023
Fourth Project Update July 7, 2023
Final Report Due August 25, 2023
Present at REI Event August 17, 2023

Student-Led, Faculty-Guided Technical Assistance Link

Technical Assistance selection is a competitive process. REI typically funds five or more semester-long projects each year. Visit the Project Overview page for more information on REI project types, or watch our Webinar on the 2019-2020 Student-Led, Faculty-Guided technical assistance. 

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Technical Assistance Timeline (Flexible)

Stage Fall Spring Summer
Application Opens June October February
Applications Due July November March
Applicant Selection August December April
Final Product Due December April August