Fall research development events include PI Academy, seed grant workshop, NASA Day and more
CU Boulder faculty are invited to learn about upcoming funding opportunities, develop proposal writing skills, and network with potential collaborators during Research Strategy & Development's fall lineup of faculty workshops, webinars and events.
Register now for the offerings that best meet your needs and keep an eye on the Research & Innovation Office (RIO) Bulletin as more programming is added throughout the semester.
Fall 2025 Faculty Workshops
Research & Innovation Seed Grant: Info Session for PIs
- Thursday, September 25 @ 12–1 p.m.
Learn what it takes to secure up to $60K in internal funding from the Research & Innovation Seed Grant Program.
NASA Day at CU Boulder
- September 16–17 (Multiple Sessions)
CU Boulder welcomes representatives from NASA’s Johnson Space Center for two days full of events focused on partnership opportunities and research possibilities.
Core Facilities Open House and Industry Fair
- Tuesday, October 7 @ 11 a.m.—2 p.m.
Join Core Facilities representatives from across campus and industry colleagues for this showcase event, open to researchers both within and outside of the CU Boulder.
Research and Broader Impacts
- Tuesday, October 7 @ 2:30–4 p.m.
Some of CU Boulder's best impact-makers will share their approach, experiences and recommendations for creating research impact plans that positively advance society.
Applying for the Packard Fellowship
- Wednesday, November 19 @ 12–1 p.m.
Previous Packard Fellows will share their successful experiences and be available to answer questions in advance of the internal competition deadline for the Packard Fellowship.
New and early-career faculty: Join the Principal Investigator (PI) Academy
RIO and the PI Academy are almost too good to be true! Talking with peers and mentors at other institutions, I have been told to cherish the opportunity I have here; these are some invaluable resources."
—Sandra Ristovska, Associate Professor, Media Studies
[The workshops] are all designed to be an opportunity to learn, ask questions and make connections as you begin building your academic portfolio."
—Oana Luca, Assistant Professor, Chemistry
The PI Academy orients new and early career faculty to research and creative work resources available on campus. Presenters and facilitators actively engage faculty on several core research topics to ensure early investigators are well-positioned to identify, apply for and secure external funding for their research, scholarly and creative endeavors. The program has grown to include more than 100 faculty members representing various departments from across campus.
Those interested in joining the PI Academy should register by Sept. 30. A virtual kickoff will welcome new and returning faculty on October 2 @ 2–3:30 p.m. During this webinar, PI Academy graduates and current and new participants will have the opportunity to get to know each other, ask questions and learn more about the program and upcoming workshops.
Note: The PI Academy provides a deep dive into CU Boulder’s research and creative work ecosystem, setting it apart from Thriving at CU through the Office of Faculty Affairs. We encourage you to look through both programs to ensure you maximize your first few years at CU Boulder.
All faculty: Join the Scholar Learning Community to broaden your impact
The Scholar Learning Community supports investigators, scholar, creators and researchers across the university by building a welcoming and inclusive environment that develops opportunities for interdisciplinary work and increases the capacity of that work to produce broader impacts in society.
The Broader, Research and Societal Impact Workshop Series is supported by the university’s Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Impact Grant with matching funds from the Research & Innovation Office. Up to 40 participants will receive $250 for participating in at least three workshops in an academic year and for participating in the Scholar Learning Community. Please note that participants are not eligible to receive $250 if they have previously been awarded.
Broader, Research and Societal Impact Workshops
This workshop series is designed as a sequence, with each session building on the concepts introduced in the previous workshop. Attending the workshops in sequence is required to gain the full benefit of the program.
Developing Your Broader Impact Identity
- Monday, September 15 @ 12–1:30 p.m.
Participants will learn the definition and categories of broader impacts, understand the multi-dimensional nature of broader impacts identity, and explore how their field, capacity, and societal needs help frame a unique broader impacts identity.
Creating Broader Impacts Statements and Building Partnerships
- Monday, October 20 @ 12–1:30 p.m.
Participants will learn how to write a compelling broader impacts statement, identify and engage their target audiences, and explore strategies for building strong, sustainable collaborations.
Developing Broader Impacts Plans
- Tuesday, November 18 @ 12–1:30 p.m.
Participants will learn how to frame project goals, design activities that align with their intended audiences, and explore foundational approaches to evaluation and budgeting.