Event Materials
October 2024 Meeting Attendees
The document details the attendee list for the October 24-25, 2024 Membership Meeting organized by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) in Washington, D.C. The list comprises a broad spectrum of high-level research administration professionals from universities, research institutes, and affiliated research organizations across the United States. Attendees hold diverse roles, including vice
October 2024 Meeting Attendees List by Institution
The document is an extensive attendee list for the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) Membership Meeting scheduled for October 24-25, 2024, in Washington, D.C. It catalogs representatives from a wide array of higher education and research institutions in the United States, including universities, research institutes, medical centers, and related organizations. Attendees hold various high-lev
Federal Agency Updates: October 2024 Meeting
The document is a comprehensive overview of updates from major federal research funding agencies—NSF, DOE, DoD, and NIH—presented during an October 24, 2024, COGR meeting. Key NSF updates focus on implementing the revised 2 CFR regulations effective October 1, 2024, with significant changes to grant conditions, the elimination of Research Terms and Conditions (RTC) references for new awards, and o
Election Outlook with David Wasserman: October 2024 Meeting
The document presents an in-depth overview of the political landscape leading up to the 2024 U.S. elections, as analyzed by The Cook Political Report and presented by David Wasserman. It highlights a closely contested environment, with the departure of Biden shifting the dynamic and Vice President Harris nearly eliminating Trump's prior advantage in voter enthusiasm. Despite this, Trump retai
Uniform Guidance Update & COGR’s “Look” Series (5th Look): October 2024 Meeting
The referenced document outlines a comprehensive update on the Uniform Guidance revisions by COGR as part of its ongoing “Look” Series, culminating in a session held on October 24, 2024. Led by key COGR directors and supported by a diverse workgroup from prominent research institutions, the presentation reviews the progression of COGR’s analyses—starting from initial assessments and member feedbac
Slides: Going AI: Cutting-Edge Strategies for Enhancing Research Administration Efficiency through Practical Application of Artificial Intelligence
The document provides a detailed overview of a September 16, 2024, webinar organized by COGR, focusing on innovative strategies for enhancing research administration efficiency through artificial intelligence (AI). The event featured a range of speakers from prominent institutions discussing the practical application of AI tools, including robotic process automation (RPA), LLM-based workflows, and
October 2024 Meeting Agenda
The Membership Meeting at the Georgetown Marriott in Washington D.C., scheduled for October 24-25, 2024, offers a comprehensive agenda focused on key issues affecting academic research administration. The event opens with welcome remarks from COGR leadership, followed by a presentation on the F&A Capstone Report—an extensive analysis of cost reimbursement and financial partnerships, based on s
NSF Responses to Questions Raised during COGR Presentation
The document provides detailed responses from the National Science Foundation (NSF) to queries raised during a COGR (Council on Governmental Relations) presentation regarding Foreign Financial Disclosure Requirements (FFDR) and the TRUST framework. Clarifications include that only institutions meeting the Higher Education Act’s definition of an institution of higher education (IHE)—typically degre
June Meeting 2024 - Attendee List
The document is an attendee list for a professional meeting or event held on June 6-7, 2024, organized by the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) in Washington, DC. It details the names, titles, and affiliations of participants from a wide array of prominent research universities, academic health centers, research institutes, and affiliated organizations across the United States. The attendee
Committee Reports: June 2024 Meeting
The document summarizes the latest activities and key topics addressed by committees within the Council on Governmental Relations (COGR) as of June 7, 2024. The Research, Ethics & Compliance (REC) Committee discussed findings from a survey regarding Department of Defense (DoD)-related risk mitigation programs, noting challenges in agency guidance, delays in plan development, and the diverse ri
