Office of Research and Sponsored Programs: Announcements

Call for Proposals for the Cooperative Grant Program with University of Scranton

The Cooperative Grant Program between Marywood University and the University of Scranton is intended to unite the two schools in a collaborative effort which seeks to build on the environment of cooperation and collegiality that has existed between the universities.  Deadline for this funding opportunity is June 1, 2012.

 

Pivot is Available on Marywood University Campus

Faculty, students and staff may search for funding, expert scholars, and collaborative work by using Pivot, an online research tool.  This innovative system targets funding based upon a user's profile.  Training and demonstrations available upon request; contact Kristie Congdon (x6088) for details.

 

2012 International Conference on Public Administration Call for Papers

The ICPA's 2012 Conference to be held October 25-27, 2012, Hyderbad, India is accepting papers for this years's theme entitled: New Frontiers in Public Administration: Practice and Theory.  Deadlines for submission are Abstract: June 01, 2012;  Full Paper Submission Deadline: July 31, 2012.

 

Dr. Tobin's Dissertation, Identifying Best Practices for Homeless Students, Wins Award

The American Education Research Association LSI (Leadership for School Improvement) SIG (Special Interest Group) named Dr. Kerri Tobin, Ph.D., Assistant Professor, Education recipient of its 2012 Dissertation of the Year award.

 

 

Dr. Cabrera and Students Present Research Findings in New York City

Dr. Joseph F. Cabrera, Assistant Professor, Social Science along with undergraduate students, Josh Ackermanan, Criminal Justice, and Elizabeth Lopez, Graphic Design, presented results of research titled, "The Facilitation of Social Capital in Campus Housing" at the  Eastern Sociological Society  annual meeting in New York City.

 

 

 Dr. Jessica Bachman Interviewed

Congratulations Dr. Jessica Bachman, Assistant Professor, Nutrition and Dietetics for her published research, “Effects of Manipulating Eating Frequency During a Behavioral Weight Loss Intervention” Jessica L. Bachman and Hollie A. Raynor, Obesity , (15 December 2011).   An interview with Dr. Bachman discussing her research finding may be found at WeightControl.com.