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For questions or more information, please contact Kamil Tamimie, Sr. Assistant Director, Training, Outreach, and Data Management.
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SPaRC Spotlights
Research Enterprise - Engage! Your Mission Briefing for Navigating Sponsored Projects
Boldly go into the world of research administration with this light-speed welcome and introduction to the key players, tools, and stages that power the sponsored project universe. Whether you're a new explorer or just docking at a new station, this session will equip you with the essential tips and resources to chart a successful course through the sponsored programs lifecycle.
Presented by:
- Patty Jones, Associate Vice Chancellor for Research & Innovation in Compliance
- Alison Morgan, Senior Associate Director, Award Management, Sponsored Programs Administration
- Julie Robinson, Senior Associate Director, Negotiation, Sponsored Programs Administration
| Thursday, July 17, 2025 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM | Zoom Meeting |
SPaRC Annual Retreat
The SPaRC Annual Retreat provides an opportunity for campus research administrators to come together to network and learn about relevant research administration topics, as well as celebrate their role in the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign research mission. The day includes guest speakers, plenary sessions on new initiatives and policy updates, and afternoon breakout sessions on a variety of sponsored project topics. Breakfast and lunch will be provided.
Registration for the 2025 SPaRC Retreat will open in August.
If you have questions please contact Kamil Tamimie (tamimie@illinois.edu).
Breakout Session and Department Roundtable Descriptions
| Friday, September 12, 2025 | 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM | Illinois Conference Center |
Quarterly Meetings
The SPaRC Quarterly Meetings provide a platform to exchange and disseminate information related to the support of the sponsored portfolio to central and departmental administrative staff.
| Thursday, December 4, 2025 | 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM |
NCSA Auditorium 1205 W Clark St., Urbana |