Paul J. Rickards, Jr. Teaching Innovation Grant
Empower faculty to transform learning through the Paul J. Rickards, Jr. Teaching Innovation Grant.

About this Project

The Paul J. Rickards, Jr. Teaching Innovation Grant program encourages the spirit of innovation in education. Responding to new approaches in a post-Covid and early-AI world, these seed grants enable faculty to bring new teaching ideas to the classroom.

The complete faculty award package goes beyond funding, offering a holistic support system that nurtures innovation and ensures a demonstrable product. This multifaceted approach embodies one of the program’s core tenets: inspiring others. By providing resources, capturing success stories, and sharing them widely, we create a ripple effect of innovation. The result? A continually evolving educational landscape that offers students engaging, cutting-edge learning experiences.

Projects completed from the inaugural grant offering include: 

  • An interactive 'escape room' for freshman materials science students  
  • A Music Error Detection Website for aspiring musicians  
  • A Data Visualization Workshop Series for economics students

Join us in fostering innovation and creativity in education!

Donor Impact: How your support makes a difference!

By supporting the Paul J. Rickards, Jr. Teaching Innovation Grant, you are not just funding individual projects but you are also fostering a culture of innovation that will shape the future of education at UD and beyond. Your gift will empower faculty, enhance student learning and inspire innovation. Thank you for your support!

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