The Division of Sponsored Programs has purchased an institutional registration for this live NCURA webinar exclusively for UI employees. Details and registration information are below.
Oct. 1, 2026
1-2:30 p.m. CT * Webinar
2:35-3:30 p.m. CT * After the Show * Talk with the Faculty directly!
Service centers play a vital role in supporting research by providing specialized services, equipment, and expertise to investigators across an institution. Yet managing these operations requires balancing regulatory compliance, financial sustainability, customer service, and institutional priorities in an increasingly complex environment.
Join us for an engaging discussion on the current landscape of service center administration. We will explore common challenges, emerging opportunities, and practical strategies for building and maintaining successful service centers. Topics will include governance, rate development, cost recovery, compliance considerations, communication with stakeholders, operational efficiencies, and lessons learned from real-world experiences.
Whether you are new to overseeing service centers or a seasoned administrator looking to benchmark your practices, this webinar will provide valuable insights and actionable takeaways to help strengthen your institution's service center operations.
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Format of webinar: 90-minute presentation, followed by 55 minutes of discussion.
Prerequisites: None
