1. Hamlet on Submission Deadlines: To Enforce Them or not to Enforce Them Presented by Darlene Allen, MBA, CRA Director, Pre-Award Administration Morehead State University

2. Steps to Submitting a Proposal at Morehead State University Develop original proposal idea Discuss idea with Research and Sponsored Programs Find a funding source Begin developing proposal application Develop proposal budget Submit to RSP seven business days prior to deadline

3. Various Steps Affecting the Submission Process Review of proposal for compliance Obtaining proper signatures Process in which proposal is being submitted to agency Grants.gov sufficient time to upload documents NSF Fastlane sufficient time to upload documents Other electronic systems sufficient time to upload documents Hard copy sufficient time to photocopy and deliver to a post office

4. Reasons to Submit Proposal External dollars provides opportunities for universities to conduct research, public service, training, and instruction Expand research and scholarship opportunities to benefit the human race Creates opportunities for students to become involved in research, civic engagement, service learning, and regional engagement Creates a vibrant, academic culture New faculty, first proposal submission, not familiar with the process

5. Reasons not to Submit Proposal Proposal is not in compliance according to the agency’s RFP. Request amount exceeds the limit IACUC approval is required IRB approval is required IP must be addressed University commitments are too great Course reduction (Teaching commitments) New hires Facilities and space use Partner agreements Last-minute proposals are not as successful

6. Submitted Based on Contingency Morehead State University will assist faculty in submitting last-minute proposals. However, acceptance of the award, if funded, will be based upon approvals of university commitments by department chairs, college deans, and administrative personnel.

7. Steps Taken by RSP to Prevent Late Submissions Solicit faculty interest via e-mail once deadline is announced. Immediately schedule a meeting with faculty to discuss a timeline. Training, training, and more training Orientation Workshops Proposal Development Workshops