Research Release

Dawson College recognizes that lack of time is the biggest barrier for college teachers planning to do research. Since 1996, Dawson College has reserved the equivalent of 3 full-time teaching equivalents (3 FTEs) to support faculty researchers.

Although priority is given to researchers who are funded through recognized research agencies, the College tries to support other research efforts when there are sufficient funds available.

Faculty researchers who wish to be considered for research release must complete and submit the annual Teaching Release Application form. The form is made available at the beginning of each winter session by the Academic Dean’s Office.

EVALUATION CRITERIA FOR RESEARCH RELEASE

• Impact of the project on college teaching, student learning and/or relevance to program of study;
• Involvement of external partners (community organizations and/or other post-secondary institutions);
• Project likely to result in positive change at the College, in Canada, and/or in society at large (e.g., social and/or technological innovation, policy change);
• Highly qualified personnel training plan – involvement of Dawson, undergraduate and/or graduate students;
• Predicted impact of knowledge dissemination and mobilization (publications, conference presentations, community outreach, etc.);
• Potential to bring in revenue and/or increase research capacity

For further information on research release, please contact the Research Officer or the Dean of Academic Development.

Research Start-up Award

Award program still under construction. More details to come as the project develops.