Workshops and Training

Proposal Development Workshops

These workshops are open to Sacramento State faculty, staff and graduate students.

Grant Writing Essentials DETAILS>
Tuesday, January 20, 9 a.m.-noon (PAST EVENT)
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010

NSF FastLane Overview & Interactive Demo
Wednesday, February 18, 9-10 a.m. (PAST EVENT)
Foothill Suite, University Union
FastLane is the interactive, web-based system used for the submission of grant proposals and project reports to the National Science Foundation (NSF). This workshop is designed for those who are new to FastLane and will demonstrate the steps to preparing and submitting a proposal through the system.

Funding Sources, Funding Searches
Friday, February 27, 9-10:00 a.m. (PAST EVENT)
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
If you are interested in seeking funding for your research ideas or if you currently have grants and would like to seek supplemental support for your project, this interactive session is designed for you! We will demonstrate how to utilize online resources, including the searchable database Sponsored Programs Information Network (SPIN), to identify funding opportunities and other grant related information. We will also discuss how to ensure that the funding opportunity you select is a good fit for both you and the sponsor.
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Elements of a Successful Grant Proposal
Wednesday, March 4, 10-11:30 a.m.
(CANCELLED) Forest Suite, University Union
Developing and submitting successful grant proposals requires focus, planning and coordination. This workshop will cover the common elements of a grant proposal and explore the fundamentals of good proposal writing.

Managing Your Funded Grant or Contract
Thursday, March 19, 1-3 p.m. (PAST EVENT)
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
This workshop will provide principal investigators and project directors with an introduction to the administration of externally funded projects. Various elements of award administration will be addressed including how to expend your funds, hire and pay employees, obtain reimbursement, and track project deliverables.
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Contracting Opportunities with State Agencies and Other Organizations:
Connecting Your Expertise with Funding Agency Needs
Tuesday, March 24, 2009, 1-3 p.m.
(PAST EVENT) Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
This workshop will discuss various aspects of providing expertise to government agencies and other organizations through contracts.
• Learn how a contract is different from a grant
• Discover which funding agencies commonly make contracts
• Hear from faculty who’ve successfully received state contracts
• Receive sample statements of work and budgets
• Learn about current state of California priority areas
• Find out how the Research Administration office can serve as a liaison between you and government agencies and private sector organizations that seek faculty expertise
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Budget Basics: Laying the Groundwork for a Successful Grant Proposal
Wednesday, April 15, 9-10:30 a.m.
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
A well prepared proposal budget can instill the funding agency with confidence in your ability to carry out the project. This workshop will address how to develop a budget that meets the needs of your proposed project, while at the same time conforming to the requirements of the agency and the university.
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Project Administration Essentials
Wednesday, April 22, 9-11 a.m.
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Board Room, Suite 3010
Research Administration and Contract Administration is offering a workshop on the various University Enterprises, Inc. processes related to the administration of externally funded projects. This workshop will be of particular interest to Principal Investigators and project administrations responsible for the daily project/account administration. Topics covered will include personnel hiring, payroll and expenditure processing, obtaining reimbursements, travel regulations, running real-time financial reports, and tracking project deliverables.
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NSF FastLane Overview & Interactive Demo
Thursday, April 23, 9-10 a.m.
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
FastLane is the interactive, web-based system used for the submission of grant proposals and project reports to the National Science Foundation (NSF). This workshop is designed for those who are new to FastLane and will demonstrate the steps to preparing and submitting a proposal through the system.
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What Reviewers Want: Essentials to Writing a Competitive Grant Proposal
Tuesday, May 5, 1-2 p.m.
Hornet Bookstore Bldg., Boardroom, Suite 3010
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Noon-time Learning Series

This learning series is open to Sacramento State faculty, staff and graduate students.

Research Grant Resources: Meet Your Sponsored Research Officer
Tuesday, February 10, noon-1:30 p.m. (PAST EVENT)
Foothill Suite, University Union
For those thinking of submitting a grant proposal for external funding, come meet your Sponsored Research Officer and learn how they can work with you to identify potential sources of support and develop competitive proposals

Human Subjects: Demystifying the Process and Addressing Concerns
Monday, March 9, noon-1:30 p.m. (PAST EVENT)
Foothill Suite, University Union
The Sacramento State Committee for the Protection of Human Subjects… what does it do? why is it necessary? how can it help you? This workshop will review campus, state and federal policies that affect the conduct of research involving human subjects. The ethical principles of the Belmont report will be discussed, vulnerable populations will be identified, and special attention will be given to clarifying the elements needed when preparing a consent form. All faculty, staff and students conducting, or considering, research that would involve human subjects are urged to attend.
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Resources for Creating Research Posters
Thursday, March 12, noon- 1:30 p.m. (PAST EVENT)
Capital Room, University Union
The presentation of research projects using posters is an important part of the academic tradition. It is often challenging for new or emerging researchers to visualize, organize and develop the design and production of their first posters. This workshop will provide faculty, staff and students with the tools to produce quality posters much faster and at lower cost than through off-campus resources. Highlights will include: poster design and development, templates, image resources, production services, recommended software, accepted digital media, and options for transporting posters.
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Finding a Good Funding Match
Tuesday, April 28, noon-1:30 p.m.
Foothill Suite, University Union
A large number of proposals received by funding agencies each year are rejected because they fall outside the funder’s field of interest. This workshop will discuss how to best ensure that the funding opportunity you select is a good fit for both you and the sponsor.

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