February 11-14, 2025 | Online
Importance of the Program
The process of securing funding for your research or program initiatives can present some challenges, but it can be a manageable and rewarding journey with some guidance. Grant Dialogues is here to provide solutions and support. This event brings together grant experts, federal agency program officers, and other funders to help you navigate the world of grants and funding. Whether you’re just starting or need assistance along the way, we’re here to guide you on your funding journey.
Key Objectives of Grant Dialogues:
- Getting Started: We offer insights and resources for those considering a new grant-supported project or program.
- Practical Guidance: Access practical advice to enhance your grant-writing skills.
- Support and Encouragement: Find the motivation and support you need to pursue funding successfully.
- Collaboration and Network Building: Foster dialogue, collaboration, and networking among stakeholders, including faculty, sponsored research teams, and research officers, to strengthen grant applications and create a supportive community of grant seekers.
Standard Tier
DAILY SCHEDULE – STANDARD
Wednesday, February 12 – Friday, February 14, 2025
Access links for each session are listed in the community.
| 9:00 AM ET | Self-Paced Viewing | Daily releases of pre-recorded updates from funders |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET | Live Online Session | Daily plenary panel and live content |
| 2:30 – 3:30 PM ET | Live Online Session | Daily Q&A breakouts with funders and other participants |
| Ongoing | Self-Paced Viewing | Community posts, discussions, and resources |
Standard Course Highlights:
For those who prefer a self-paced learning experience, the standard course offers:
- Live Engagement Sessions: Participate in discussions with dynamic conference content that allows you to learn and interact in intimate settings to get real-time answers to your funding questions.
- Resource Library: At your convenience, access recorded sessions and updates for reference throughout and beyond the event, providing a valuable knowledge repository.
- Virtual Networking Hub: Connect with fellow attendees in an online community where you can network, share resources, and engage in discussions to enhance your understanding and foster collaboration.
- Funder Office Hours: Take advantage of exclusive opportunities to interact with funders during dedicated office hours, providing a unique chance for direct engagement and clarifying queries.
Whether you’re taking the guided course for personalized guidance or choosing the standard course for a flexible learning experience, Grant Dialogues 2024 is your pathway to overcome the challenges of grant writing and funding acquisition.
Previous Grant Funder Presenters:
| American Educational Research Association (AERA) | US Department of Energy (DOE) |
| Howard Hughes Medical Institute (HHMI) | Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) |
| National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) | National Institutes of Health (NIH) |
| National Science Foundation (NSF) | National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) |
| US Department of Education (DoE) | Research Corporation for Science Advancement (RCSA) |
| World Learning | United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) |
Guided Tier
PRELIMINARY DAILY SCHEDULE – GUIDED
Access links for each session are listed in the community.
Tuesday, February 11, 2025
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET | Live Online Session | Guided Tier additional live programming |
| 3:30 – 5:00 PM ET | Daily Assignment | Recommended time to work on Grant Proposal Template assignments |
Wednesday, February 12 – Friday, February 14, 2025
| 9:00 AM ET | Self-Paced Viewing | Daily releases of pre-recorded updates from funders |
| 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM ET | Live Online Session | Guided Tier additional live programming |
| 1:00 – 2:00 PM ET | Live Online Session | Daily plenary panel and live content |
| 2:30 – 3:30 PM ET | Live Online Session | Daily Q&A breakouts with funders and other participants |
| 3:30 – 5:00 PM ET | Daily Assignment | Recommended time to work on Grant Proposal Template assignments |
| Ongoing | Self-Paced Viewing | Community posts, discussions, and resources |
Guided Course Highlights:
In our guided course, you’ll benefit from a structured approach, designed for both faculty and sponsored research staff. Here’s what you can expect:
- Standard Course + the following:
- One-on-One Guidance: Spend an additional hour each morning with grant experts as they assist you in completing a Grant Proposal Template.
- Enhanced Content Sessions: Grant experts will provide deeper insights on essential grant-writing principles, strategies, and the grant review process.
- In-Depth Proposal Insights: Gain a comprehensive understanding of crafting program and research proposals, recognizing their unique characteristics.
- Comprehensive Proposal Components: Learn how to develop key components like management plans, personnel, budgets, and evaluation strategies.
- Narrative Writing Expertise: Hone your narrative writing skills, differentiating between academic and proposal writing, and mastering essential principles.
Registration Rates
| Membership Type | Early Bird | Regular | ||
| Available until December 13, 2024 | Available until February 10, 2025 | |||
|   | Standard | Guided | Standard | Guided |
| Enhanced Member | $295 | $450 | $320 | $475 |
| Institutional Member | $325 | $480 | $350 | $505 |
| Individual Member | $355 | $510 | $380 | $535 |
| Nonmember | $400 | $555 | $430 | $585 |
FAQs
CUR membership is NOT required to participate, but you will need to create a CUR website account when registering.
Virtual
The Guided program will run between Tuesday, February 11 – Friday, February 14, 2025 and the Standard program will run between Wednesday, February 12-Friday, February 14, 2025. See schedule charts above for timing details. Asynchronous content will also be available for viewing up to three months post-event.Â
The early bird registration deadline is December 13, 2024, and the final registration cut-off is February 10, 2025.Â
See the registration fee table above. Please note that you can upgrade to the guided version until February 3, 2025. There is a capacity set for Guided registration. If capacity is met, you will not be able to upgrade.Â
Please see CUR’s Event Policies and Procedures page for questions related to accepted payment types, registration cancellation policy, substitution policy, schedule and agenda changes, data and photo use, and code of conduct.
Payment is required at the time you register. If you are paying by check, please see the address instructions. Until payment is received, your registration is not complete.
Paying by check? Mail your payment to:
Council on Undergraduate Research
PO Box 69640
Baltimore, Maryland 21264-9640
Overnight Mail ONLY:
Council on Undergraduate Research
Box #69640
1800 Washington Blvd. 8th Floor
Baltimore, Maryland 21230
Live content sessions will be recorded and made available for at least three months post-event. Q&A sessions with funders will not be recorded and archived.
Yes, you can upgrade to the Guided tier on or before February 3, 2025. Please email CUR@CUR.org to process your upgrade. There is a capacity set for Guided registration. If capacity is met, you will not be able to upgrade.Â
For questions, event information, etc, please email CUR@CUR.org.
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