Review Process Creative and Performing Arts, Humanities, Social Sciences, and Institute for Visiting Scholars Grant Programs Applications that are complete and responsive to this announcement will be evaluated for merit by a committee. Reviewers will not provide feedback on individual proposals. The committee will make recommendations for funding to the Provost based on the quality of the proposals in accordance with the following review criteria: A. Scholarly and/or Creative Merit:

• Does the proposal provide a compelling argument for the scholarship and/or creative activity?
• Does the proposed project represent a significant contribution to the field of study? If so, how?
• Is there a probability of publication, an exhibit, performance, or other public dissemination?

B. Nature of Proposal:

• Does the proposal provide a clear statement of overall project objectives?
• Are the proposed methodologies appropriate and realistic?
• Does the proposal provide a sound justification with clear and specific budget information?
• What is the likelihood the project, timeline, and budget will be accomplished?

C. Leverage:

• Will the project lead to further scholarly or creative activities?
• Does the project help build scholarly networks and/or academic reputation for the individual and/or the university?
• Will the proposal likely lead to extramural funding?

Reporting:

• A final report is required within two months of the grant completion date.

** Please note: Reviewers will not provide feedback on proposals.**

Questions? For more information, please contact the Office of the Provost at 803-777-2930 or the individuals below:

• Creative and Performing Arts: Vice Provost Chris Plyler.
• Humanities: Vice Provost Helen Doerpinghaus.
• Social Sciences: Vice Provost Timothy S. Doupnik.
• Institute for Visiting Scholars: Senior Vice Provost Christine Curtis.
• Application Review and Submission Process: Derlene Lowder.
• Grant Award Financial Administration: Mary Alexander.