Welcome to the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs

          “ORSP provides information, services, and support so that members of the UALR Community may compete successfully for outside funding to conduct scientific research; create works of art; compose music; write books and articles; improve their performance in the classroom; and better serve their students, professions, and the public.”

 In accomplishing this mission, ORSP ensures accountability, compliance, and stewardship for sponsored programs as directed by all applicable Federal, State, Local, and Institutional policies, procedures, and regulations.

 ORSP provides service and professional guidance by helping the campus community locate external funding sources; providing assistance in budget development; performing proposal and contract review and submission; reviewing, negotiating, and accepting awards;  maintaining oversight and support for awarded projects; and by providing education, outreach, and professional development to UALR Faculty and Staff to advance research, instruction, and other sponsored activities at UALR.