Research Development Webinars & Workshops
Welcome to our Faculty Webinars & Workshops hub—your gateway to professional development, collaboration, and innovation. Explore a dynamic lineup of sessions designed to inspire teaching excellence, foster community, and support your academic journey.
Workshop Series & Cohorts
Upcoming Research Development Webinars & Workshops
Spring 2026 – Public Impact Research (PIR) Symposium
Monday, April 27, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Richard Jessor Building (JESS), Room 155 | 1440 15th Street Boulder, CO 80309
CU Affiliation is Required
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Public Impact Research (PIR) is university research produced with the public and for public good, improving lives and serving local, regional, and global communities. The University of Colorado Boulder houses notable areas of strength in PIR, and there is considerable growth potential for establishing, performing, and communicating PIR.
Federal and Research Updates
Wednesday, May 6, 2026 | 2 - 2:55 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
CU Affiliation Required
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Leadership of CU Boulder's Research & Innovation Office (RIO) will share the latest information about the federal outlook and to learn from our faculty and researchers about your concerns, ideas and opportunities.
Unlock Funding Beyond Traditional Opportunities - Part 2
Thursday, May 7, 2026 | 11am - Noon
Virtual via Zoom
CU Affiliation Required
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In this second session, we will cover additional federal agencies (NASA, ED, NOAA, DOL, etc.), that were not covered in the session on April 16, 2026.
With fewer federal solicitations but greater program officer flexibility, pitching research ideas is increasingly critical. This workshop explains the new funding landscape and how to pitch effectively.
Broader Impacts Assessment and Evaluation
Wednesday, May 13, 2026 | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
Virtual via Zoom
CU Affiliation is Required
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CU Boulder's Research & Innovation Office brings faculty and staff this workshop to explore how to best plan to assess and evaluate broader impacts projects using various methods, evaluation tool options, and assessment rubrics. In addition, we will connect participants with campus resources for effective engagement and successful planning.
Offered by RIO's Dr. Tanya Ennis, Director of Research Impact and Engagement.
Funding Strategies: Tools & Tips (Monthly)
Monthly
Virtual via Zoom
CU Affiliation is Required
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Join RIO’s Research Development team for a fast-paced, 30-minute introduction to the Pivot funding opportunity database, internal funding opportunities, and other free tools available with your CU Login. Bring your team—faculty, staff, and students are all welcome!
Offered by RIO's Donna Axel, Associate Director, Research Development.
Have questions about any of our workshops? Contact rio@colorado.edu.