Application Guidelines

Application Guidelines - Spring 2018
Application due February 16
Project due April 23

Want to help educate the public?
Want to tell your story and make a difference in the community?
Have an idea that will capture public interest and promote increased Earth science literacy or civic engagement?

We are looking for projects that communicate Earth-science related issues to the public - exploring geoscience research at Clemson, explaining the science behind modern environmental problems, or linking environmental justice issues to Earth processes at all scales - from global to local.

To participate, tell us your idea for a project by submitting a application. No need to write a full document - just give thoughtful answers to questions on the Proposal Google Form.

Accepted participants will receive $300 upon delivery of an approved project and presentation of the project during the Earth Day Challenge Open House on April 23rd.

An additional $500 Geopaths Fellowship will be awarded to the best completed project (as determined by a panel of judges), and a fan favorite project will win a Championship coke bottle signed by Coach Dabo!

Submit your application (completion of a Google Form) here
Due February 16, 2018

What is an appropriate project?

Projects should center on some aspect of Earth-related science research, issues, or problems. The form your project takes is up to you!
Potential projects could include, but are not limited to:

Short documentaries
Interactive maps/tours
VR experiences
Interactive displays
Citizen science
Learning tools
Artwork
Fieldwork videologs
Infographics
Photographic journals

Have an idea not listed above? No problem!
Describe your idea in the project application form, or, alternatively, contact Dr. Kelly Lazar (klazar@clemson.edu) to discuss your project idea and determine it's suitability.

Project proposals will be judged on:

Originality
Creativity
Successful communication of project vision
Feasibility of project within the time constraints
The project's potential for effectively communicating Earth science-related concepts to your peers
The project's potential for raising geoscience engagement (Why would people be interested in your subject/want to learn more?)

Timeline

Proposal Deadline: February 16
Successful Proposal Notifications: February 21
Progress Report due: March 30
Final Projects due, Presentation at Earth Day Challenge Open House: April 23

$500 Geopaths Fellowship

In addition to the $300 stipend, one completed project will be awarded a $500 Geopaths Fellowship.
Projects will be judged on creativity, originality, effective communication of Earth science-related concepts, and the project's ability to raise your peer's engagement in geoscience. Acceptance of fellowship denotes willingness to speak/share your project with others.