Welcome to the Office of Research and Sponsored Programs (ORSP) at Florida Gulf Coast University (FGCU). Research and sponsored programs are integral and essential parts of our teaching mission and play a major role in the educational process at FGCU. Our faculty research efforts enrich teaching and the classroom experience of our students. These efforts provide a rich environment for students to take part in scholarly work while attending FGCU. Faculty and staff at FGCU have illustrated their dedication and commitment to research and sponsored programs through participation in numerous research related activities and our overall success in securing awards.

ORSP is a service-oriented office and is the designated central clearinghouse for all external proposal submissions and related research and sponsored program activities. We understand and appreciate the many barriers that are often associated with engaging in research and sponsored programs. In an effort to combat these barriers we have created an infrastructure that is service oriented, knowledgeable, and eager to work with you. Please visit us to learn more about our numerous programs, explore our funding source library, inquire about our travel awards, or work on a proposal without interruption. You can count on us to assist you from the beginning to the end of your efforts to secure external funding.

We look forward to meeting you and learning about your interests. Please feel free to contact any member of the ORSP staff listed below or simply visit us at your earliest convenience.

Dr. Tachung (TC) Yih
Associate Vice President for Research

Our Staff

• Theresa Aguiar, Office Manager
• Lou Kirk, Assistant Director
• Donna Stremke, Pre-Award Grants Specialist Supervisor
• Meghan Hian, Pre-Award Grants Specialist
• Kay Hubbard, Post Award Grant Specialist
• Sandy Terranova, Research Compliance Coordinator

Our Location and Hours

Howard Hall, Suite 202.
Hours: Monday-Friday from 8:00 am - 5:00 pm