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Theory-to-Practice Grant Program
OWU Connection Programs
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Delaware, Ohio 43015
OWU Connection Programs
61 S. Sandusky St
Delaware, Ohio 43015
Theory-to-Practice Grants
Bring learning to life through hands-on-experience!
As part of the OWU Connection Grants, Theory to Practice Grants empower the OWU community to explore deeper, increase community impact, travel further, and step into the professional world.
Explore the links on the right side of this page for more information about writing a Theory to Practice Grant along with FAQs and examples of previously awarded grants. TPG grant funding is offered in two application cycles - Fall and Spring. Check the OWU Daily for announcements and application information.
If you would like to meet with a student mentor for further assistance, please stop by the IOCP office (Slocum 311) Monday- Friday, 9:00 am-4:00 pm or click here to schedule a meeting. Additionally, email tpgrants@owu.edu with any grant-related questions.
Theory-to-Practice Videos
Any topic. Anywhere. Design your own project, write your proposal, and get OWU funding.
Recently, students have used Theory-to-Practice Grants to study dementia in rural Tanzania, accounting systems in Australia, the refugee crisis in France, and agriculture and ecology in Guatemala.
A Look at Theory-to-Practice Projects
Walking Through History— John Keller (in front) celebrates the site of Prestatyn, Wales, and the Irish Sea at the end of their 177-mile hike along the Offa's Dyke Trail in England and Wales.
Walking Through History
John Keller (in front) celebrates the site of Prestatyn, Wales, and the Irish Sea at the end of their 177-mile hike along the Offa's Dyke Trail in England and Wales.
Memory Studies in Tanzania— Amanda Barry traveled to Tanzania to explore dementia in rural communities.
Memory Studies in Tanzania
Amanda Barry traveled to Tanzania to explore dementia in rural communities.
Accounting in Australia— Erin Cannon and Caitlin Maggio traveled to Australia to conduct research into the impact of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
Accounting in Australia
Erin Cannon and Caitlin Maggio traveled to Australia to conduct research into the impact of International Financial Reporting Standards (IFRS).
From Stage to Screen in London— Kacie Iuvara traveled to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA) in England to learn fundamental film-acting skills and establish connections in the field.
From Stage to Screen in London
Kacie Iuvara traveled to the London Academy of Music and Dramatic Arts (LAMDA) in England to learn fundamental film-acting skills and establish connections in the field.
Conservationism in Patagonia— Olivia Lease, Ellen Sizer, Jackson Hotaling, and Michael Durfee traveled to Chile to examine the impact of conservationism on the natural biodiversity of an area under attack from human activities.
Conservationism in Patagonia
Olivia Lease, Ellen Sizer, Jackson Hotaling, and Michael Durfee traveled to Chile to examine the impact of conservationism on the natural biodiversity of an area under attack from human activities.
An Aussie and Awesome Internship— Larynn Cutshaw traveled to Australia to learn more about the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program (STDP).
An Aussie and Awesome Internship
Larynn Cutshaw traveled to Australia to learn more about the Save the Tasmanian Devil Program (STDP).
Walking Through History— Four students and two faculty combined studies in history, English literature, geology, and environmental science during a 177-mile hike along Offa's Dyke and the border between England and Wales.
Walking Through History
Four students and two faculty combined studies in history, English literature, geology, and environmental science during a 177-mile hike along Offa's Dyke and the border between England and Wales.
Tackling "Terrorism in France"— Mariama Goodwin and Emma Beale traveled to Paris to study terrorism from multiple angles.
Tackling "Terrorism in France"
Mariama Goodwin and Emma Beale traveled to Paris to study terrorism from multiple angles.
Grassroots Efforts in Bolivia— Matthew Mehaffy traveled to Bolivia to explore the impact of water privatization on inequality in the country.
Grassroots Efforts in Bolivia
Matthew Mehaffy traveled to Bolivia to explore the impact of water privatization on inequality in the country.
An Aussie and Awesome Internship— Anna L. Davies, Courtney Dunne, and several other OWU students and faculty/staff traveled to Northern Ireland to explore conflict resolution and examine the role of personal narratives involving Catholic-Protestant issues.
An Aussie and Awesome Internship
Anna L. Davies, Courtney Dunne, and several other OWU students and faculty/staff traveled to Northern Ireland to explore conflict resolution and examine the role of personal narratives involving Catholic-Protestant issues.
Scoring Educational Goals in Europe— Karson Stevenson traveled to the Netherlands, France, and England to explore the relationship between alcohol-induced aggression and sports-related violence.
Scoring Educational Goals in Europe
Karson Stevenson traveled to the Netherlands, France, and England to explore the relationship between alcohol-induced aggression and sports-related violence.
Exploring Identities— Ryan Bishop and Spencer Zhang earned a Theory-to-Practice Grant to support research into the status of LGBT+ rights in Taiwan. Their visit included interviewing legislator Yu Mei Nu, a leading advocate for same-sex marriage in Taiwan.
Exploring Identities
Ryan Bishop and Spencer Zhang earned a Theory-to-Practice Grant to support research into the status of LGBT+ rights in Taiwan. Their visit included interviewing legislator Yu Mei Nu, a leading advocate for same-sex marriage in Taiwan.