Student Engagement Funds

The dean’s office supports opportunities that strengthen relationships between faculty and undergraduate students both inside and outside the classroom.

There are two faculty funding programs to help create experiences that foster intellectual curiosity, mentorship, belonging, and experiential learning. This could include museum visits, hosting students for a discussion over lunch, organizing a research or networking event, or building community within your department.

Faculty-Student Engagement & Enrichment Fund

Students taking a class field trip to the Peabody Library for FYS: The Political Economy of the Pinkertons (Jennifer Luff).
PHS Students visiting DC, they are walking across the street with the capitol building in the background.
Students studying artifacts in the Hopkins Archeological Museum.

This award supports individual faculty creating meaningful learning experiences connected to in-person undergraduate courses.

Activities include:

  • Course field trips
  • Museum visits
  • Cultural experiences
  • Guest speakers
  • Small class gatherings
  • Research site visits
  • Academic enrichment activities

The maximum award is $500. Applications are accepted between any time between July and April.

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Faculty Mentorship Fund

Faculty helping a student work the camera during a Film & Media studies mock filming production.
Museum Careers Workshop panel with a number of guest curators speaking.
Students looking at ancient texts/Gutenberg imprints in the Macksey room with Dean Chris Celenza.

This award supports departments and programs to strengthen community among majors and minors.

Events include:

  • Welcome events
  • Senior celebrations
  • Career panels
  • Alumni networking
  • Community lunches
  • Academic workshops

The maximum award is $1,500. Applications are open all year long.

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Transportation options

  • Lyft Business
  • JHU Shuttle
  • Charter Bus
  • FreedomCar

How it Works

Please request transportation in your application. Approval is required, and the undergraduate education office will coordinate approved reservations.

There are geographic restrictions, spending limits, and student expectations for all transportation.

Funding Guidelines

Covered

  • Meals & refreshments
  • Museum admission
  • Event supplies
  • Guest speakers
  • Local transportation
  • Registration fees

Not Covered

  • Alcohol
  • Personal purchases
  • Equipment ownership
  • Unapproved travel
  • Gifts

Payments and reimbursements

How payments or reimbursements are made depends on timing.

Before your event

  • Approval required
  • Purchasing process
  • Who pays

During

  • Save receipts

After

  • Required documentation
  • Timeline
  • Reimbursement process
  • Vendor payments
  • Honoraria

Frequently asked questions

  • Can graduate students attend? Yes.
  • Can alumni attend? Yes.
  • Can I request more than $500? Yes.
  • Can I apply twice? Yes.
  • Can students drive themselves? Yes.
  • Can I buy gift cards? No.
  • Can I change my event after approval? Yes.
  • What if my budget changes? Please submit another application.
  • Can another department co-sponsor? Yes.
  • How long does approval take? 4-7 business days
  • What if I cancel? If the funds were already used, they must be returned to undergraduate education. If the funds were not used, there is no action needed.

Need help?

The Undergraduate Education team is happy to help with:

  • Application questions
  • Budget planning
  • Transportation
  • Payments
  • Reimbursements
  • Event logistics

Contact

Jasmine SharDae’ Jenkins
[email protected]
3500 San Martin Drive, Baltimore, MD 21218
2nd Floor, Cubicle 282B
410-516-4525