MCLA, Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts, North Adams, MA.

"Transferring to MCLA was one of the greatest decisions I ever made. Being able to learn from and connect with the faculty and staff equipped me with greater networking capabilities/skills and the opportunity to use them outside of the institution, preparing me for the road ahead. Taking part and engaging in different clubs and organizations on campus helped to shape and guide me for countless opportunities."

Brandon Pender ’07
Research Analyst, Office of State Rep. Daniel E. Bosley ’76

Students at MCLA are encouraged to apply for funds to help cover the costs of a) research or creative projects or b) travel to a conference or other professional meeting. In order to be eligible, the applicant must be an MCLA student who has made or will be making a significant intellectual contribution to the proposed activity.

Examples of fundable activities for research or creative projects include:

Data-collection surveys or instruments
Materials needed to complete a painting or sculpture
Lab equipment
Money to reimburse human subjects
Cost of music or film production

Examples of fundable activities for travel destinations include:

Conferences
Gallery openings
Film festivals
Workshops

To apply for a student grant (maximum of $300), students must complete an application (click here to download the application in MS Word) and ask their faculty advisor to write a letter of support (click here to download the letter of support form in MW Word). Applications are evaluated on the student's intellectual contributions to the project and the merit of the proposed project or travel. Completed applications (including the letter of support) should be sent to Dr. Tom Byrne, Psychology Department.