What are the Davis Educational Foundation’s funding objectives?
The foundation seeks to strengthen the undergraduate programs of public and private, regionally accredited, baccalaureate degree granting colleges and universities in New England. The foundation is interested in supporting more effective teaching and learning and in helping institutions control costs. In order to achieve these objectives, the foundation has funded: Projects that improve the curriculum, the learning environment, assessment of undergraduate learning outcomes, faculty development, incentive systems, and administrative structures. Collaborative efforts among colleges and universities to reduce costs and improve learning. Studies and planning efforts central to the foundation’s concerns and interests.