The document details the agenda and structure of the upcoming Contracts & Grants Administration (CGA) Virtual Open House hosted by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) on May 21, 2025. Moderated by Lisa Mosley, Executive Director of Sponsored Projects at Yale, and Krystal Toups, Director for CGA at COGR, the event is designed as an interactive platform where participants can engage with committee members, discuss current issues, and learn about ways to get involved in COGR’s activities. The session emphasizes open communication, encouraging attendees to ask questions and participate actively, with logistics supporting virtual engagement through Zoom.
The CGA committee, comprising senior research administrators from leading academic and research institutions, focuses on a broad portfolio of issues including federal regulations (such as Uniform Guidance, FAR/DFAR), public access and data sharing policies, subrecipient management, research environment concerns, and compliance with agency-specific updates. Recent initiatives involve addressing the transition impacts of the 2025 presidential administration, responding to changes in federal guidance and policy (including NIH and DOE directives), and contributing to shaping federal research administration frameworks through active dialogue and formal responses. Attendees are encouraged to stay engaged through the COGR portal, direct outreach to committee members, and participating in working groups or committees, with multiple avenues for professional involvement outlined. Perspectives from current committee members also highlight the benefits and opportunities for deeper engagement in the national research administration community.
