Presentations & Events
Sponsored Research hosts several events that are open to the entire Northwestern community, notably our quarterly CLEAR Meetings.
Upcoming Events
Summer Quarterly CLEAR Meeting (Evanston Campus)
Thursday, July 9, 2026
- Time: 2:30 – 3:30pm; 1 hour Hybrid Presentation (Live and via Zoom) with networking to follow
- Location: Louis Room, Norris University Center
Recent Events
Coffee Hour Connect: Research Performance Progress Reports (RPPR)
- Wednesday, May 20, 2026
- Coffee Hour Connect is a series of how-to webinars presented by Sponsored Research. These virtual coffee hours are meant to be informative and interactive. In addition to a formal presentation by SR staff focused on a specific topic, plenty of time is allotted for audience Q&A so we can address all the how’s, why’s, and what-if’s.
Group Watch: ABC's of CTs: Are You Curious about Clinical Trial Pre-Award?
- Wednesday, May 13, 2026
- Sponsored Research hosted an informal group watch of the SRAI Encore Series webinar ABC's of CTs: Are You Curious about Clinical Trial Pre-Award? This presentation is intended as an introductory overview for research administrators who occasionally encounter clinical trials (either Federal or Industry) or are seeking a better understanding of this area.
Group Watch of Research Project Management in a Crisis: Navigating Federal Transitions and Uncertainty
- Wednesday, March 4, 2026
- Sponsored Research hosted an informal group watch of the SRAI Encore Series webinar Research Project Management in a Crisis, offering colleagues a chance to learn together, share insights, and connect across departments — both virtually and in person.
February 2026 CLEAR Meeting
- Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Key topics: Budget Revisions Across Funding Lifecycle, CMMC Awareness - February 2026 CLEAR Meeting Slides
View the February 2026 CLEAR webinar