About Us

Mission

The Office of Research and Sponsored Programs supports and fosters scholarship, research, and innovation to encourage life-long learning of the faculty and staff, enhance the educational experience of students, and provide service and benefit to the community.


Vision

Positive impact through scholarly and creative accomplishments.


Organizational Chart

Chad Hargrave

Chad Hargrave
Vice President for Research and Strategic Partnerships & Chief Research Officer
 

Brian Loft

Brian Loft
Associate Vice President for Research and Sponsored Programs
 

Autumn Smith-Herron

Autumn Smith-Herron
Director of Innovative & Collaborative Programs and Centers
 

Clayton Cottle

Clayton Cottle
Assistant Vice President of Operations & Strategic Initiatives
 

Jonathan Thomas

Jonathan Thomas
Director of Strategic Partnerships & Technology Transfer