How to apply for the Andries Deinum Prize for Visionaries and Provocateurs—and what happens if you win.
Eligibility
Do I need to be enrolled in the College of the Arts in order to apply?
Yes. Only PSU students majoring in an arts discipline may apply.
I want to do a group project. Do all the students in my group have to be from the College of the Arts?
Yes. Every student in the group must meet the eligibility requirements for the prize. The group must choose a group leader. Each student in the group must submit an application form, a resume and academic statement. The group leader will also submit a project proposal on behalf of the entire group. Letters of recommendation (2) are only required for the group leader.
Is there a GPA requirement?
No.
Application
Are there any additional supporting materials I should include with my application?
In addition to the required materials, you are welcome to include any additional materials you think would elevate your project proposal, such as sketches, photos or plans. However, such materials are not required.
All materials should be in Word or PDF form.
Can I submit more than one proposal?
Yes. You must submit a separate application for each proposal.
Should my project description include a timeline and project completion date?
Yes. We recommend including a timeline that includes an estimated date when your project will be completed. The prize jury will review the winner’s progress after six months (in December) and will discuss a final completion date at that time.
Faculty Mentors
Do I really need a faculty mentor?
Yes. You must indicate a PSU faculty mentor in your application. Please ask the faculty member if they’re willing to mentor you before you include their name in your application.
What does the faculty mentor do?
If you win the prize, your mentor will offer advice and support as you work on your project, and help ensure that you can complete your project successfully.
Letters of Recommendation
Can faculty from another department or institution write a me a letter of recommendation?
Yes. Any faculty member from PSU or another college or university can write a letter of recommendation.
Where should faculty send recommendation letters?
Faculty should email recommendation letters directly to deinumprize@pdx.edu with the student name in the subject line.
Winning the Prize
How is the prize money disbursed?
The winning project will receive $5,000 in June, $4,000 in December at the six-month jury review, and $1,000 at project completion in October of the following year.
What can I do with the prize money?
The funds can be used at the student’s discretion for education and project related expenses.
Do I have to pay taxes on the prize money?
Yes. The award money is subject to taxation.
Other Questions?
Email deinumprize@pdx.edu