[Federal Register Volume 74, Number 94 (Monday, May 18, 2009)]
[Notices]
[Page 23219]
From the Federal Register Online via the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
[FR Doc No: E9-11541]


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NATIONAL SCIENCE FOUNDATION


Agency Information Collection Activities: Proposed Collection, 
Comment Request

AGENCY: National Science Foundation.

ACTION: Notice.

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SUMMARY: The National Science Foundation (NSF) is announcing plans to 
request clearance for this collection. In accordance with the 
requirement of Section 3506(c)(2)(A) of the Paperwork Reduction Act of 
1995, we are providing opportunity for public comment on this action. 
After obtaining and considering public comment, NSF will prepare the 
submission requesting OMB clearance of this collection for no longer 
than three years.
    Comments are invited on (a) whether the proposed collection of 
information is necessary for the proper performance of the functions of 
the Agency, including whether the information shall have practical 
utility; (b) the accuracy of the Agency's estimate of the burden of the 
proposed collection of information; (c) ways to enhance the quality, 
utility, and clarity of the information on respondents, including 
through the use of automated collection techniques or other forms of 
information technology; and (d) ways to minimize the burden of the 
collection of information of respondents, including through the use of 
automated collection techniques or other forms of information 
technology.

DATES: Written comments should be received by July 17, 2009, to be 
assured of consideration. Comments received after that date will be 
considered to the extent practicable.

ADDRESSES: Written comments regarding the information collection and 
requests for copies of the proposed information collection request 
should be addressed to Suzanne Plimpton, Reports Clearance Officer, 
National Science Foundation, 4201 Wilson Boulevard, Room 295, 
Arlington, VA 22230, or by e-mail to [email protected].

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION CONTACT: Suzanne Plimpton on (703) 292-7556 or 
send e-mail to [email protected]. Individuals who use a 
telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) may call the Federal 
Information Relay Service (FIRS) at 1-800-877-8339 between 8 a.m. and 8 
p.m., Eastern time, Monday through Friday.

SUPPLEMENTARY INFORMATION: Title of Collection: Implementation 
Evaluation of the ADVANCE Program.
    OMB Control No.: 3145-NEW.
    Expiration Date of Approval: Not applicable.

Abstract

    The ADVANCE Program was established by the National Science 
Foundation in 2001 to address the underrepresentation and inadequate 
advancement of women on STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and 
Mathematics) faculties at postsecondary institutions. The evaluation 
being conducted by the Urban Institute focuses on the implementation of 
ADVANCE projects at institutions throughout the nation. The three major 
funding components--institutional transformation, leadership, and 
partnership awards--as well as all cohorts funded that completed their 
funding cycles will be included. The study will rely on a thorough 
review of project documents, telephone interviews with all grantees, 
and detailed case studies at selected sites. The goal of the evaluation 
will be to identify models of implementation and, depending on outcomes 
by model, conduct case studies at selected institutions to understand 
how ADVANCE models operate and may be effective in differing settings.
    Respondents: Faculty and staff at institutions of higher education 
awarded an ADVANCE grant from NSF.
    Estimated Number of Annual Respondents: 200 (total).
    Burden on the Public: 200 hours.

    Dated: May 13, 2009.
Suzanne H. Plimpton,
Reports Clearance Officer, National Science Foundation.
[FR Doc. E9-11541 Filed 5-15-09; 8:45 am]
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