Project STRIDE Grant

Grant to support underrepresented educators

• Eligible Programs: 
  • Master in Teaching (MIT)
  • Transformational Teaching and Learning (MEd)
  • Undergraduate Education and Liberal Studies, Elementary Certification Program
• Eligibility: Must be admitted to one of the above listed eligible programs.
• Amount: Tuition and some living expenses (up to $32,000 need-based scholarships)
• Opens: January 13, 2025
• Deadline: Open until STRIDE Cohort is filled.
• Program Application: Grant application and details will open on January 13, 2025.
• Contact: Questions? Contact Dr. Charisse Cowan Pitre, Associate Dean and Project STRIDE Director.

About Project STRIDE

The College of Education’s Project STRIDE is a federally funded program by the US Department of Education, Hawkins Program, that centers on developing well-prepared, equity-minded, justice-centered teachers. The program provides the following supports to diverse cohorts of preservice teachers:

• Scholarships for tuition and some living expenses (up to $32,000 need-based scholarships); students must be admitted and enrolled in one of the programs listed above in "eligible programs".
• Teaching internship placement within Project STRIDE partner schools/school districts serving diverse communities
• Ongoing professional development from program entry and throughout induction/early career 

Project STRIDE includes:

• Entry Supports
  • Mentorship
  • Scholarship support
  • Pre-admissions communications
  • Placement in a scholar group
• Program Supports
  • Online pathways
  • Mentor/mentee support
  • Red-Hawkins fellowship gatherings
  • Numerous programmatic options
• Induction Supports
  • Equity educator retreat
  • Engagement with faculty on research
  • Mentorship development opportunities
• Internship Supports
  • Professional development oppourtnities
  • Community-building and networking
  • Financial support during internship