The Women Developing Wisconsin Professional Development Awards provides up to $5,000 to support students and emerging professionals pursuing meaningful professional growth opportunities, such as conferences, competitions, leadership programs, seminars, certifications, or project presentations.

Review this application guide as you navigate the application. 

Eligibility

  • Undergraduate student (any institution)
  • Graduate student (any institution)
  • Emerging professional (brief explanation required)

Application Requirements

  • Indicate applicant status (undergraduate, graduate, or emerging professional)
  • Project or opportunity description (maximum 100 words)
  • Explanation of professional benefit (maximum 100 words)
  • Amount requested
  • Budget outline detailing anticipated expenses (e.g., conference registration, travel, lodging, meals, materials, testing fees, membership fees, etc.)
  • Optional attachments: event brochure, detailed budget document, or supporting materials

Selection Process

  • Applications reviewed quarterly
  • Selected by the WDW Awards Subcommittee and WDW Planning Committee
  • Rolling submissions; first come, first served until funds are fully distributed
  • Applicants notified within 90 days of submission

Questions regarding the application? Contact the MSOE Center for Professional Education Team at cpe@msoe.edu.

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