Deadline extended through January7, 2013
The University of Florida HHMI Science For Life Program, in collaboration with the College of Fine Arts, invite you to participate in the 2013 Creativity in the Arts and Sciences Event (CASE) to take place Saturday, January 26, 2013 at the Reitz Union Grand Ballroom and McGuire Pavilion.
We are seeking undergraduate students from Emory University, Furman University, Louisiana State University, Morehouse College, and the University of Florida interested in displaying (1) scientific research posters; (2) original artwork, including 2D and 3D visual art or; (3) musical, dance and theatre performances. Participants may compete for the Science for Life Undergraduate Creativity Award within one of three categories; science poster, art, or collaboration project. This monetary award can be used to attend scientific meetings, professional conferences, workshops, art exhibitions or similar opportunities, as well as to purchase lab or art supplies. When applying, you will be asked to describe how you intend to use your award and also whether you intend to compete for an award.
The deadline for applications is December 3, 2012. Due to space and time limitations, all arts and previous science students interested in participating should submit an application and will be notified if space is available. Your application will be reviewed by the CASE Committee within the field of the material submitted and you will be notified by December 10, 2012 as to your acceptance. Information on CASE and the application can be found at http://sfl.aa.ufl.edu/case.
CASE Award amounts are as follows:
SCIENCE CATEGORY PRIZE AMOUNT: Two first place prizes will be awarded in the amount of $1,250, two second place prizes in the amount of $750, and four third place prizes in the amount of $250
ART CATEGORY PRIZE AMOUNT: Two first place prizes will be awarded in the amount of $1,250, two second place prizes in the amount of $750, and two third place prizes in the amount of $500
COLLABORATION CATEGORY PRIZE AMOUNT: One first place prize will be awarded in the amount of $1,250, one second place prize in the amount of $750, and one third place prize in the amount of $500.
Questions? Please read the guidelines at http://sfl.aa.ufl.edu/case or check out the FAQ to common questions. If the question is still not answered, science students are directed to contact Grace Burmester (graceb@ufl.edu) and art students are asked to contact Jennifer Hodges (jhodges@arts.ufl.edu).
