Stearns Center for Teaching and Learning

Funding

Below you will find a variety of funding opportunities that we offer at the Stearns Center.

Curriculum and Teaching Leadership (CTL) Funds are now open for STEM and WAC funding.

*NEW*: If you are applying for a STEM or WAC CTL Fund,
you may choose what semester you would like to apply for.
This includes the Fall 2026, Spring 2027, or Summer 2027 semester.
*NEW*: Please download our CTL budget tool template here
to assist in preparing your proposal for submission.

Check back in October 2026 for SoTL and other future funding opportunities.

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