This list includes workshops, dates, and events related to research and community engagement, particularly those offered by offices within the Office of Research and Engagement (ORE). More may be added in the future or individual schools and departments may plan workshops and events, so faculty are encouraged to check their unit’s websites and emails for additional opportunities.
Check https://research.uncg.edu/events for the complete list.
Applying for Faculty First Awards
Wed., 11/28, 9:00-10:30 AM, 1607 MHRA OR
Thurs., 11/29, 2:00-3:30 PM, 1607 MHRA
Application Deadline Tuesday, February 28. Faculty First Awards are offered to tenure-track and tenured faculty in the form of “Tenure-Track Faculty First Awards” and “Tenured Faculty First Awards.” Faculty may apply for Faculty First Awards from January 1, 2018, through February 28, 2019, at 5pm. Faculty First Awards typically fund summer scholarship and require participation in a Spring 2020 presentation event. See more at https://research.uncg.edu/internal-grants-and-awards. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu.
UNCG Libraries Series on Research and Applications
This UNCG webinar series (click http://uncg.libguides.com/webinars for more information on the webinar series) is for UNCG students, staff, faculty, instructors, and librarians. The series will cover topics on library resources and research tools. Please sign up for any of the sessions that you are interested in attending! The library will record these 30 minute webinars in WebEx Meeting Center and make them available on a UNCG Libraries website. Past webinars can be accessed on their site, as well.
Mon., 12/3, 11am – “Researching with Digital Archives” by Kathelene Smith, Instruction and Outreach Archivist and David Gwynn, Digital Projects Coordinator
Research Management Best Practices
Tues., 12/4, 2:00 PM, Rm 216 Jackson Library
Research management is the process of effectively managing your data (of all kinds) before, during, and after a project. This ensures that your research is secure, promotes the reuse of your data by other researchers, and assures compliance with federal guidelines. No matter what kind of research you do, effective management of your research and data are key to your success. Come to this workshop to learn the best practices of research management. We will discuss why it matters and share ideas. This presentation will take a holistic approach to “data” to include all forms of research input. All types of researchers are welcome! No experience necessary! Space is limited to 25 participants. Presenters: Lynda Kellam, Social Sciences Data Librarian, & Anna Craft, Coordinator of Metadata Services, University Libraries. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu, under University Libraries.
Entrepreneurial Journeys Speaker Series
On Campus – location TBD
Entrepreneurial Journeys is a monthly speaker series hosted by the North Carolina Entrepreneurship Center at UNC Greensboro, which features successful entrepreneurs. Check-in and networking begins at 5:00 pm and the speaker begins at 5:30 followed by time for Q & A. Check the website for registration information and updated info on presenters as they are confirmed at http://Startup.cung.edu/triad-startup-e-ship-events.
Wed., 1/23
Wed., 2/20
Wed., 3/20
Wed., 4/11
GROWTH Lunch “N” Learn
A series of brownbag lunch presentations to facilitate transdisciplinary conversations around aging-related research, teaching, and community-university partnerships. Seating is limited and rsvps are required. Check https://research.uncg.edu/growth/ or send an email to gerontology@uncg.edu for more information, including locations.
Wed., 1/23, 12:00-1:30 PM
Presenter TBD
Thurs., 2/14, 12:30-2:00 PM
Presenters – Dr. Laurie Kennedy-Malone, Professor, School of Nursing and Dr. Jacyln Maher, Assistant Professor, Department of Kinesiology
Grant Writing for Maximum Impact
Wed., 2/13, 2:00-4:00 PM, 113 Bryan
This is a grant writing workshop offered by Human Resources and the Office of Sponsored Programs. Enhance your grant writing skills through practical tips and intentional strategies. Participants will learn to: Create a plan to complete the writing process on time, recognize the difference between “scholarly” writing and “grant” writing, align your writing with the priorities of a specific grant funder, develop your process for internal review, and identify the logistics needed to assemble a complete grant. Come prepared to share your own grant writing experiences and any lessons learned. Instructors: Aubrey R. Turner, Ph.D., Proposal Development Officer & Julie Voorhees, Proposal Development Specialist, Office of Sponsored Programs. For Faculty/Staff only. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu.
Show Me the Money! Locating Grant Funding Opportunities
Thurs., 2/21/19, 9:30-11:30 AM, 304 Curry OR
Wed., 4/17/19, 11:00-1:00 PM, 304 Curry
Faculty and graduate students often require external funding for research, scholarship, and creative activity. This workshop will explore how to get the most from grant seeking databases, including SPIN, GrantSelect, Grant Advisor Plus, and the Foundation Center. Participants learn to search for possible funding opportunities, practice identifying eligibility, and realize the importance of key words. Attendees will have opportunities to access databases and engage in searches related to their topic of interest. Presented by University Libraries and the Office of Sponsored Programs. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu by selecting “Office of Sponsored Programs.”
Steps Towards Successful Submissions of Grant Proposals
Wed., 03/13/19, 9:00-11:00 AM, 2711 MHRA
Wed., 4/24/19, 9:00-11:00 AM, 2711 MHRA
The workshop will go over the typical sections of a grant proposal and handouts will provide detailed information for each section. We will also discuss who at the Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) helps with locating funding opportunities, budgeting, and proposal development. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu, and select “Office of Sponsored Programs.”
Connecting to and Documenting Community-Engaged Scholarship at UNCG
Wed., 4/03, 12:00-1:00 PM, 1607 MHRA
UNCG supports community-engaged teaching, research, and service. This brown bag will provide a brief overview of community engagement at UNCG. We will focus on best practices for identifying collaborators within the community, how to get the word out about your community engagement, and how to plan for documenting your community engagement for promotion, tenure, and/or annual reviews. The Institute for Community Engagement and Economic Engagement also creates and curates various resources that are available online at http://communityengagement.uncg.edu. Register at https://workshops.uncg.edu.
2 Minutes to Win It Business Competition
Thurs., 3/15/2019, 3:00 PM, HQ Greensboro, 111 W. Lewis Street
Each year, the North Carolina Entrepreneurship Center at UNC Greensboro sponsors the 2 Minutes to Win It Business Idea Competition. 2 Minutes is open to all full-time students who are at least 18 years old at UNCG, NCAT, Greensboro College, Guilford College, Bennett College, Elon University, Guilford Tech and High Point University. On Pitch Day, the 20 Finalists selected by a panel of First Round Judges will have two minutes to pitch their ideas to another panel of 30+ Entrepreneur Judges. The winners will be announced at the following reception. Prizes include $1,000 for first place, $500 for second place, $250 for third place and $250 for the best presentation, as well as other prizes. More information is at http://startup.uncg.edu/2_minutes-html.
Humanities Network and Consortium Grant Proposal Workshops
The Humanities Network and Consortium (HNAC) connects the university’s humanities scholars to one another and to the public, supports faculty research, and fosters interdisciplinary collaborations. HNAC holds several grant-proposal workshops for scholars in the humanities seeking internal or external funding. For a complete schedule or further information please visit https://hnac.uncg.edu or contact Jen Feather at Jennifer_Feather@uncg.edu.
April 3 – Graduate Research and Creativity Expo
https://grs.uncg.edu/enrolled/showcase/
April 4 – Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo
http://utlc.uncg.edu/ursco
