Hosted by: Office of Research & Sponsored Projects, Proposal Development Team


Session I - Introduction to Proposal Writing
September 30th (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
Learn about the lifecycle of proposal preparation including: the role of the Office of Research & Sponsored Projects; the importance of networking; identification of funding sources; basics of proposal preparation.
Location:
Engineering Annex Room A129
Levosky Conference Room (College of Engineering)
Download:
Introduction to Proposal Writing - Presentation


Session II - Research and Education Plans
October 14th (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
Winning proposals have a well designed research and education plan. This workshop focuses on establishing clear research questions, as well as goals and objectives.
Location:
Templeton Suite 309
Student Union
Download:
Research and Education Plans - Presentation


Session III - Selling Your Idea
October 26th (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
Reviewers must be convinced that your research is innovative, transformative, and most important, exciting. Learn how to write the sections of the proposal that will sell your idea.
Location:
Blumberg Auditorium
1st Floor UTEP Library
Download:
Selling Your Idea - Presentation
Intellectual Merit and Broader Impacts Rubric


Session IV - Project Management, Evaluation, and Assessment
November 11th (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
A solid management plan convinces a review panel that you have the experience and capability to complete the work. Every proposal requires an evaluation and assessment plan. Learn how to write a project management plan, develop a timeline, and prepare an evaluation and assessment plan.
Location:
Blumberg Auditorium
1st Floor UTEP Library
Download:
Project Management, Evaluation, and Assessment - Presentation

Session V - Budget Preparation
December 2nd (1:30pm - 3:30pm)
It is essential that what is proposed in the project aligns with the budget. This workshop presents strategies and tools for preparing a budget and writing a budget justification.
Location:
Blumberg Auditorium
1st Floor UTEP Library

Bring your proposal and research ideas for discussion with colleagues and potential collaborators!
These workshops are interactive, please bring a laptop.

Registration:
Register by contacting Karla Ramirez at ext. 8793 or online at http://cetalweb.utep.edu