2025 GFE Financial Award - Faculty Guide Confirmation

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I have reviewed this student’s application for funding and my signature below demonstrates that I am confident sending it to the faculty review committee for consideration.

The application for funding contains the following, quality components:

1. The application demonstrates the project’s implications for public health.

The applicant provides a thorough statement of the significance of the proposed work. There is ample evidence of organizational support, communication, planning and preparation with host site. Host Letter Project goals align with the needs/assets of the host organization. There is a clear value added by this project for the host organization and the population(s) served. There is evidence of a brief literature review or other indication that the student can appreciate the impact of their project within a larger context.

2. The project objectives are achievable.

Research question or project scope is well defined. Timeline is appropriate for meeting objectives. Budget is detailed, there is evidence of consultation or research to determine costs, sources for in-country estimates are cited, and estimated costs are congruent with the resource needs of the project or research proposed. Deliverables are well defined. Objectives are SMART.

3. The project methods are appropriate.

Provides a clear explanation of the proposed methods including, if applicable, sample size, a description of how data entry will occur and a data analysis plan. Risks are identified and risk mitigation is addressed. There is evidence of consideration of fieldwork ethics and human subjects research protections. Evidence of a “plan B” should the first tool or methodological approach lack feasibility once in-country input is received. The proposed methods are congruent with the project goals.

4. Student demonstrates capacity to meet project objectives.

Student has the necessary training (class work or experience) to execute the work. There is a specific role for the student to perform in the GFE. The roles of other project personnel are described and the student clearly offers a unique contribution. There is evidence of self-reflection and humility in planning for one’s GFE. The proposed experience augments the student’s professional development. Information on the student’s résumé supports their preparation for the GFE. Review student’s CV.

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