Student Engagement in Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity (SERSCA)
The mission of the SERSCA Program is to provide California State University, Stanislaus students with resources and opportunities that may not otherwise be possible to engage in a comprehensive, multi-faceted, co-curricular experience led by faculty mentors. The SERSCA Program is available to both undergraduate and graduate students across all disciplines university-wide. Through Assistantships, Mini-Grants, Travel Grants, and the annual Student Research Competition, the SERSCA Program provides student support for engagement in research, scholarship, and creative activity (RSCA) from idea conception through dissemination. It is not required to participate in one aspect of the SERSCA Program to be eligible for other aspects, but the program is designed so that potentially a student could be guided by a faculty mentor and supported by the SERSCA Program through all stages of an RSCA project.
The SERSCA Program is funded by Instructionally Related Activities (IRA) funds.
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SERSCA Undergraduate Assistantships (UGA) promote student engagement in research, scholarship, and creative activity by funding awards for undergraduate students to work with faculty on research, scholarship, or creative projects.
The purpose of Graduate Assistantship (GA) positions is to provide opportunities to engage in meaningful disciplinary-based activities related to teaching, research, and/or professional development. Students apply with a faculty advisor for employment awards for students to work side by side with faculty in teaching, research, and other scholarly endeavors.
SERSCA Mini-Grants promote student engagement in research, scholarship, and creative activity by funding project needs, including equipment, materials, and supplies. Mini-Grant funds cannot be applied towards travel costs. All Undergraduate, Graduate, and Postbaccalaureate students currently enrolled at Stanislaus State are eligible to apply. All applicants must be nominated by a faculty sponsor.
Mini Grants will be awarded until funds are exhausted.
All available Mini Grant awards have been distributed as of 9/23/2025.
0 Mini Grants remaining for Graduate Students as of 9/5/2025
0 Mini Grants remaining for Undergraduate Students as of 9/23/2025
SERSCA Travel Grants promote student engagement in research, scholarship, and creative activity by funding travel for undergraduate and graduate students to present their RSCA at professional conferences, exhibits, or other professional venues. Awards are also available for attendance or participation at professional conferences, exhibits, or other professional venues.
- Presentation travel grants - maximum of $1,200
- Attendance travel grants - maximum of $800
All travel is subject to campus travel policy and institutional approval.
Updated: October 31, 2025