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HI Co-Sponsored Events

Thank you for considering the Humanities Institute (HI) as a co-sponsor for your upcoming event.

Co-Sponsorship Requests

Applications for co-sponsorship funding can be submitted during the following time periods: 

For spring events: December 1 - January 15 
For fall events: August 1 - September 15

Currently, we are not accepting requests for co-sponsorships.

Funding Information

  • Typical requests are between $250 and $2000.

  • Funding is available through our endowed resources and may be used for:

    • Travel and honoraria

    • Food and refreshments

    • Event materials and supplies

    • Other costs aligned with our endowment guidelines 

Expectations Events Co-sponsored by HI

  • Events must be free and open to UT faculty, staff, students, and the public.

  • All promotional materials must acknowledge the Humanities Institute and the supporting endowment. 

If you have any questions or need assistance, don’t hesitate to contact us. We look forward to working with you to bring engaging, humanities-centered programming to life.

To begin the process, please complete the HI Co-Sponsorship Request Form. This form helps us better understand your event, determine the level of funding we can offer, and explore ways we can support and promote it. Since much of our funding comes from generous endowments, the information you provide is essential.

Once you submit the form, our team will review your request and follow up by email with a decision and any next steps.

Co-Sponsorship Funding: HI Endowments 

The Humanities Institute (HI) greatly values the generous endowments that play a crucial role in co-sponsoring collaborative events. These contributions are essential in advancing our mission in fostering and sustaining research activities in the humanities. 

Each endowment supports various lectures, workshops, and conferences, bringing scholars, students, and the community together to engage in meaningful dialogue and knowledge exchange.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following endowments:

  • Barron Ulmer Kidd Centennial Lectureship
  • Sanger Mossiker Chair in the Humanities
  • Sterling Clark Holloway Centennial Lectureship
  • Viola S. Hoffman and George W. Hoffman Lectureship in Liberal Arts and Fine Arts

These endowments enrich our academic environment and help us build lasting partnerships and collaborative opportunities. Thank you for your unwavering support!