The Office of Research is promoting opportunities to help USU’s cadre of high-achieving researchers continue their quest for discovery. To promote engagement around societally important research areas affecting Utah, the nation and world, the Office of Research will be hosting a series of Research Summits for researchers wanting to build relationships across campus on these key topic areas.
Strategic Proposal Submission
The upcoming Research Summit will focus on Strategic Proposal Submission, offering researchers practical guidance for how to develop a strategic plan for external proposal submission. This event will explore how to plan ahead for multiple streams of funding to support long-term research program development and strategically position research proposals to maximize competitiveness.
- Thursday, April 9, 2026 | 3-5 pm
- Merrill-Cazier Library, Room 154
- Light refreshments provided
A Zoom option will be available for faculty who are not based on the Logan campus.
Program Agenda
Expert Panel Discussion
Gain insights from faculty and proposal development specialists who have successfully built high-impact research programs. Panelists include:
- Stephanie Borrie - Associate Dean for Research, Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services; Professor, Department of Speech & Hearing Sciences
- David Britt - Professor, College of Engineering, Department of Biological Engineering
- Elizabeth Christensen - Proposal Development Specialist, College of Arts & Sciences
- Jeff Horsburgh – Professor, College of Engineering, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering
- Irina Polejaeva – Professor, S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources, Department of Animal, Dairy & Veterinary Sciences
Spotlight Case Study
Hear from Alexis Ault, Professor in the Department of Geosciences (S.J. & Jessie E. Quinney College of Agriculture & Natural Resources), as she shares insights from her discussions with program officers and how she has adjusted her approach to building a collaborative research team poised for major funding opportunities.
Q&A
The funding landscape has significantly changed and it is more important than ever to have a strategic plan for your proposal submissions. There will be ample time for Q&A with all our panelists, so come prepared with your questions about how to strategically approach this new funding environment.
Networking & Collaboration
Connect with colleagues across colleges who are advancing innovative, interdisciplinary work.
Please note, this event is not open to USU students.