• Applications will be evaluated based on the following priorities:

• Supports a collaborative project with a diverse range of creative practices across artistic disciplines.

• Contribution to the overall mission of the Logan Center.

• Proposes use of resources at the Logan Center that are thoughtful and impactful, and will not interfere with classes.

• Have potential to involve other students in making or observing the finished work

• Clearly outlines the intended outcome for the arts-base project and how it could facilitate dialogue or conversation.

• Builds community with other students and potential partners.

• Promotes experimentation and innovation.

• Kindle increased interaction between students, the UChicago Arts community, relevant academic departments or relevant art partners.

• Can be displayed/shown/shared in spring quarter with help from University Arts Engagement (an exhibition, discussion, performance, show, virtual event, etc)

• Only one grant project per applicant per academic year will be funded.

• Applicants should demonstrate an ability to manage time well and to complete the project by its due date.

• All projects must be open and accessible to the UChicago community. We will not fund projects that exclusively cater to a select group of individuals or only to your members.

Phase 1: Project Proposal

• Submit an application by January 30, 2023

Phase 2: Project Creation

• Final project description

• Short bios of team 

• Final shows/exhibits/performances will be held in the during spring quarter. UAE office will help in distributing marketing materials.

  • Projects can be shared as works-in-progress, in presentation form, and may include virtual and/or in-person components as appropriate.

Phase 3: Project Documentation

• Provide 500 word description of the event that took place, including attendance

• Photos/video documentation of the work that was supported by the grant

• A list of all students, faculty, partners, and staff that were part of making the work possible

What will NOT be funded:

• Food, beverages, reception materials

• Curricular activities (classwork, thesis projects)

• Purchases of equipment for personal use (laptops, tablets, phones, or cameras)

• Stipends for the applicant’s own time or work in creating the project

• Fundraising efforts

• Travel and/or accommodation expenses for the applicant(s)

• Photography or videography of your project unless the documentation is integral to the project itself.

• Retroactive projects