OSP Workshops and Training Events

The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) provides workshops, information sessions, webinars, and training sessions on a variety of grant-related topics such as identifying sources of grant funding, preparing grant proposals, managing grants, and grant compliance.

Prior Trainings and Presentation Recordings

Training Toolbox Presentation – https://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Teaching_Toolbox_Presentation-2024-Final.pdf

Externally Funded Research Begins Here – https://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Externally-Funded-Research-Begins-Here-15.pdf

Overview:  New or potential PIs and Co-PIs learn how to find sponsored research opportunities, how to begin the process of preparing the “Application for External Funding Form” and working with the Dean, School Director, Office of Sponsored Programs, and Financial Services.  Difference between a contract, grant, cooperative agreement, and gift are also explained.

Proposal Application Process – https://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Proposal-Application-Process-Final.pdf

Overview:  New or aspiring PIs learn how to begin the proposal application process once an externally funded research solicitation is found such as completing the “Application for External Funding form” and overview of the parts of an application with key points on what to include in each section and how to work with OSP to obtain assistance during the application process.

Transitioning Sponsored Research from Pre-award to Post-Award – https://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Transitioning-Sponsored-Research-from-Pre-award-to-Post-Award-Final.pdf

Overview:  New or potential PIs and Co-PIs learn how to get started once they have been notified that their proposal has been funded. Topics include working with Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) and Financial Services (FS) to set up the award and budget in the Marymount system, working with consultants, subrecipients, and vendors, how to determine if an expenditure is allowable, etc.

Grant Application Tip:  Practice your “elevator or sales pitch” for your potential project idea with Office of Sponsored Programs, the College Dean, and the School Director/Supervisor prior to completing the Authorization to Pursue Form to garner support and speed up the signature process on the form during the proposal application process.

Key Post-Award Topics for Sponsored Research: https://marymount.edu/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Key-Post-Award-Topics-for-Sponsored-Research-March-2024-18.pdf

Overview:  Learn the difference between a consultant and a subaward and what should be included in each type of agreement.  What are participant support costs? What is debarment vs suspension? Determining allowability of costs, and supporting documentation do’s and don’ts.