• Invited speaker series
• Discussion forums or panels with industry or community experts
• Graduate alumni event(s)
• Graduate networking event(s)
• Other activities may also be considered, provided a sufficient rationale is given.

Please note:

• Funding will not be granted retroactively – all proposed projects must begin after the application is approved.
• Priority will be given to new applicants.
• Projects that form part of a student’s required curriculum or program will not be considered.

• Travel expenses for speakers or panel members
• Hospitality costs
• Publicity and promotional materials
• Post-event publicity (photos, story, blog, video)

Please note speaker fees will not be considered as an acceptable expense for this fund.

Applications will be judged on originality, potential for community building, funding required in the context of other requests and available budget, the number of students and faculty members who will benefit, as well as feasibility of the project.

Applications must be submitted by email anytime at least eight weeks before the event(s). All applications must include the following:

• A completed form signed by a Graduate Program Director, Departmental Chair, or Research Centre Director and student project leader(s).
• A completed budget form - include any relevant documentation for projected costs.
• For guest speakers, a copy of the following documents must be included with submission: list of potential speakers, schedule/order of proceedings.

If your project is approved, funding will be provided via journal transfer.

Nomination materials must be submitted by email to GradCommunity.BuildingFund@concordia.ca.

The School of Graduate Studies gratefully acknowledges the support of The Office of the Provost & Vice-President, Academic Affairs, and The Office of Vice-President, Research and Graduate Studies for their contributions towards this initiative.