Council for Research in the Social Sciences

The Council for Research in the Social Sciences (CRISS) advances scholarship through the administration of small research grants awarded to faculty members through a peer-reviewed, transparent process adjudicated by a committee of faculty members that is Chaired by the Associate Dean, Graduate Studies and Research.

CRISS Event Award funds may be requested to support speakers, conferences, workshops, or other events that help to gather and/or disseminate knowledge.

Two CRISS competitions are held each year: May 15 and November 1.

This internal award is available only to faculty members in the Faculty of Social Sciences. Information on eligibility, deadlines, and a link to the application form are available here (with Brock login).