STAR
The purpose of Student Travel & Academic Research (STAR), formally called Academically Related Reserves Account (ARRA), is to encourage the intellectual development of individual CSUN students, or small groups, by partially funding costs associated with scholarly work. Projects may include original research or other academic work, such as papers, posters, performance pieces and presentations at academic or professional conferences.
The following are hypothetical examples of eligible research projects.
- Thesis research or projects
- Senior projects, which may include interviews, field trips or animation
- Film, screenwriting, play, workshop, musical work or performance projects
- Scientific and quasi-scientific study or experiment
- Research projects relating to one’s academic discipline
Students may receive up to $800 per student, with a maximum of $8,000 for groups of up to 10 students, for travel to academic conferences. Students must provide proof of invitation, such as a conference invitation, acceptance letter, or receipt showing they will be presenting or speaking at the conference.
For a Leadership Conference (Clubs and Orgs Travel) AS may cover up to 4 students' travel expenses, with a maximum of $800 per student. Each student must provide proof of registration for the academically related conference.
AS will cover 50% of eligible travel expenses:
- Conference fee
- Airfare
- Lodging
- Ground Transportation
- Mileage
- Supplies
Ineligible expenses:
- Food
STAR funding is available on a first-come, first served basis. There is not an annual application process. Currently enrolled students may submit requests for STAR funding throughout the academic year at least one month in advance. Retroactive funding is not permitted.