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• Declared international studies major student at the time of application and during the term abroad.
• Awards are allocated according to demonstrated financial need and student achievement.
• Students may only hold one TSFITG or ISTA during their studies at the university (cannot hold both).
• Awards will be dispersed after proof of completion is documented.
• The recipient will submit a one-page reflection and photos on the experience within one-month of return. 
• By accepting the TSFITG or ISTA, you agree that you are the photographer/author of the documentation; you have permission to take photos of the selected locations and/or individuals, and you have their permission to submit the photo to the School. As the photographer, you give unlimited and unrestricted permission to the School for International Studies to use and reproduce the image in any media for promotional materials.
• There are two application intakes each year. The deadline for submission is October 1 and March 1.

• Advising transcript in PDF format (sorted by both term and subject)
• One-page document that includes:
  • Description of the proposed learning opportunity.
  • Explanation of how the experience would support your academic and career objectives, and foster engaged, global citizenship.
  • Explanation of your financial need.
• One-page budget sheet that includes:
  • Estimated cost of the proposed learning opportunity.
  • Funds already available for the proposed learning opportunity.
  • Shortfall cost of the proposed learning opportunity.

To be eligible for this funding, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Be a declared international studies major/honours student at the time of application. 
• Be the primary author and presenter of a research paper accepted for presentation at a recognized academic conference. 
• The conference must be relevant to the field of international studies. 
• Applicants must not have received full funding for the same conference from another source.

Funding Details

• Funding is limited, valued between $200-$500 and will be awarded on a competitive basis. Awards are allocated according to demonstrated financial need and student achievement.

Application Process

To apply for the Undergraduate Conference Presentation Funding, please submit the following documents four weeks in advance of the conference start date:

• Completed Application Form: 
• Proof of Conference Acceptance: A copy of the official acceptance letter or email from the conference organizers confirming your presentation.
• Abstract/Summary of Presentation: A brief abstract (max 250 words) of the research you will be presenting 
• Budget Proposal: A detailed breakdown of estimated expenses (registration, travel, accommodation), funds already available and shortfall amount. Budget Form
• Advising Transcript: (in PDF format, sorted by term and subject)

Post-Conference Requirements

• Submit original receipts for all claimed expenses within two weeks of the conference end date.
• Provide a brief post-conference report (approx. 250 words) summarizing their experience and the benefits of attending the conference. This may be shared via the School for International Studies media accounts.
• Provide 2-4 photos relating to the conference presentation. These may be shared via the School for International Studies media accounts. 

For any inquiries, please contact ismgr@sfu.ca.