Funding for Research and Creative Practice

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Upcoming Funding Workshops and Events

The CFD will host a workshop series called Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Finding Funding. Be sure to check out the CFD newsletter to RSVP for these workshops!

  • Tuesday, October 6th, 12:00 to 1:30pm

    Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Finding Funding: Meet ORSP (Office of Research and Sponsored Projects)!

    Facilitated by Angie Rochat, Jennifer Bindel, Alice Martini Doyle, Kim Sanchez

    Join us for the first workshop of the series on faculty finding funding for research and creative work. Kick things off with an introduction to the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects (ORSP). Faculty will learn about the office’s services and resources, including how to identify funding opportunities, develop competitive grant proposals, and navigate the grant application process. This is also an opportunity to meet the staff, learn who to contact for different types of support, and ask questions about pursuing external funding. Whether you are new to grant seeking or an experienced researcher, come learn how the office can help you turn your research ideas into funded projects! Lunch will be provided.

     

    Tuesday, October 13th, 12:00 to 1:30pm

    Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Finding Funding: Understanding the Difference between Research and Grant Writing

    Facilitated by Matt Nelson

    Join us for the second workshop in our series on faculty finding funding for research and creative work. Research writing and grant writing may draw on the same ideas, but they serve different purposes—and speak to different audiences. This workshop will help faculty understand the key differences between research writing and grant writing, with particular attention to how audience, purpose, and presentation shape a successful proposal. Faculty will gain practical strategies for adapting their scholarly ideas for a grant audience and leave with greater confidence in communicating the significance and impact of their work to funders. Lunch will be provided.

     

    Tuesday, October 27th, 12:00 to 1:30pm

    Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Finding Funding: Let’s Find Funding!

    Facilitated by Angie Rochat and Deedra Sukrungruang

    Join us for the third workshop in our series on faculty finding funding for research and creative work. Representatives from the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects will lead hands-on, interactive workshop on finding funding opportunities using GrantForward. Faculty will receive step-by-step guidance on how to search for relevant funding opportunities, refine their searches, and identify grants that align with their research and creative work. Come ready to explore the platform, ask questions, and begin building your own funding search strategy. This event will be virtual.

     

    Tuesday, December 1st, 12:00 to 1:30pm

    Nuts and Bolts of Faculty Funding: Proposal Development with ORSP

    Facilitated by Angie Rochat and Kim Sanchez

    Join the CFD and the Office of Research and Sponsored Projects for the final workshop in our series on faculty finding funding for research and creative work. Learn how to move from identifying a funding opportunity to developing a strong proposal and realistic, effective budget. This informative and interactive workshop will offer practical strategies, opportunities to ask questions, and guidance on aligning your budget with your project goals. Whether you're new to grant writing or looking to strengthen your next proposal, this workshop will give you tools you can put to work right away. Lunch will be provided!