Department of Mathematics

 

Graduate Travel Procedures

 

Graduate students in Mathematics are eligible to receive travel grants and scholarships for Mathematics-related travel. Students need to complete the following three forms:

1. Graduate Travel Cover Form (PDF) (MS Word)

2. Travel Authorization Form (PDF) (MS Excel)

3. Professional Advancement Grant (PAG) (once per fiscal year)

PAG -- After receiving approval from the Major Professor, the student can apply for a Professional Advancement Grant (PAG). This can be received once per year through the Graduate College. Forms are available from the Graduate and Professional Student Senate via the link at left.

 

Student will complete all documents and get the following signatures and approvals:

1. Major Professor/Temporary Adviser

2. Director of Graduate Education, Paul Sacks

3. Associate Chair, Elgin Johnston (TA's only)

Completed forms are turned into Ellen Olson in 396 Carver. You can also put in her mailbox. These forms should be completed well in advance of travel to guarantee funding. More detailed information can be found on the back of the forms and on the GPSS webpage.

 

Following the trip, turn in the following information to Ellen Olson, 396 Carver.

1. Travel Reimbursement Form completed (PDF) (MS Excel)

2. ALL receipts pertaining to trip

 

Note: If department/research funds are being used to pay for the plane fare, the department can book the ticket. If you want to book your own plane ticket, you must do so over the internet and turn all receipts into Ellen immediately following the trip. You will not be reimbursed for tickets until after the trip has been completed and all receipts turned in for processing. During the peak travel season, it can take longer for reimbursements to be distributed. Please plan accordingly.