How much funding does MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant provide?

MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant provides US $500 in funding.

When is the deadline for MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant?

The funder has not published a deadline for this grant.

MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award Grant

University of Minnesota

Foundation Grants for Teachers Professional Development Grants for Teachers

Funding Amount

US $500

Deadline

Deadline not published

Grant Type

Foundation

Can we apply?

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Eligible organizations

Master’s or doctoral students registered in the University of Minnesota Graduate School during the 2025-26 academic year.
Hold a graduate student teaching appointment during the 2025 calendar year (e.g.

Other requirements

One award will be given to a doctoral student and one to a master’s student.
Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and/or Fall 2025)

Not eligible / not funded

Not eligible: Deadline extensions will not be granted; late submissions will not be accepted.

Overview

The MAGS Excellence in Teaching Award recognizes graduate students at the University of Minnesota who demonstrate exceptional teaching and mentoring skills. One award is designated for a doctoral student and another for a master’s student, highlighting the significance of teaching excellence in graduate education. Eligible candidates must hold a teaching appointment during the 2025 calendar year. This prestigious award aims to prepare graduate students for future roles as educators in higher education.

Note: Program Nomination required.
The Midwestern Association of Graduate Schools (MAGS) is soliciting nominations for the Excellence in Teaching Award in recognition of graduate students who exemplify excellence in the teaching/learning mission of their university.
Two awards have been created to recognize the importance of excellence in teaching and mentoring as a component of graduate education and the preparation of graduate students for future service as college and university faculty.

Eligibility

One award will be given to a doctoral student and one to a master’s student.Master’s or doctoral students registered in the University of Minnesota Graduate School during the 2025-26 academic yearHold a graduate student teaching appointment during the 2025 calendar year (e.g. Spring 2025, Summer 2025, and/or Fall 2025)