Office of Sponsored Projects

Igniting and supporting Seattle University’s Research, Scholarship, Creative and Service Endeavors

Office of Sponsored Projects

What We Do

The Office of Sponsored Projects (OSP) supports the SU community with positioning scholarship and projects for external funding, submitting competitive grant proposals, and maintaining compliance with active grant awards. The OSP offers quarterly workshops and events to celebrate the scholarly achievements of Seattle University. Please explore our website to get started or contact us with any questions or to schedule an individual consultation.

We look forward to working with you!

OSP Annual Report

Learn about the impact of sponsored projects in our most recent annual report.

Annual Report

Supporting the Grants Lifecycle

The OSP looks forward to supporting you through project conceptualization, funding identification, proposal development and submission, and management of your award. Follow the links below for support with each step of the funding lifecycle, and read about your colleagues’ accomplishments and impacts!

Research & Scholarship Development

OSP’s Sponsored Research Officers offer expertise in research development, project conceptualization, and developing a research funding ‘roadmap.’ This page offers resources on a variety of scholarship topics, as well as our upcoming events.

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Find Funding Opportunities

Sponsored Research Officers are available to discuss your research agenda and assist in identifying applicable funding opportunities. As an SU community member, you have access to GrantForward. Contact us today!

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Apply for a Sponsored Project

The OSP Guides you through the proposal process with particular emphasis on budget development, assuring compliance with sponsor and university policies; and increasing competitiveness through reviewing for alignment with sponsor criteria and format, and proposal editing, as requested.

Apply for a Sponsored Project

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Manage an Award

While you’re busy carrying out your project, OSP can support the compliance, financial management, and any needed revisions throughout the project period.