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The Office of Student Engagement and Experiential Learning provides support engaging undergraduate students in research, scholarly, artistic and externally funded activities. To learn more about OSEEL and to request assistance, contact the office via their website.
A new Facilities Considerations Guidelines checklist is now available to assist investigators in planning grant-funded projects that involve building renovations or the installation of new equipment. Early planning for these activities can help ensure that your project is appropriately scoped and that all renovations can be successfully implemented once funding is awarded. Accurate scoping is especially important to avoid unexpected costs, minimize project delays and ensure compliance with safety, regulatory and university infrastructure requirements. Facilities staff are available to support investigators in planning the scope and estimating costs for renovations. These discussions should take place as early as possible in the planning process. To initiate a discussion with facilities staff, investigators should submit a 麻豆精品 .