Research Development Webinars & Workshops

Research Development Webinars & Workshops

Enhance your research and creative practice with targeted webinars and workshops designed to build your proposal-writing skills, introduce internal funding opportunities, and connect you with the resources needed for competitive success. Whether you're developing a new idea or strengthening an upcoming submission, this is your hub for hands-on support throughout the research funding process.

Welcome to our Faculty Webinars & Workshops hub—your gateway to professional development, collaboration, and innovation. Explore a dynamic lineup of sessions designed to inspire teaching excellence, foster community, and support your academic journey.

 

Workshop Series & Cohorts

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Upcoming Research Development Webinars & Workshops

Reverse pitch events

Project Pitch Sprint: Unlock Funding Beyond Traditional Opportunities - Virtual Event

   Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 10 - 11:00 a.m.
   Virtual via Zoom
   CU Affiliation is Required
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With fewer federal solicitations but greater program‑officer flexibility, pitching research ideas is increasingly critical. This workshop explains the new funding landscape and how to pitch effectively. 
 
Faculty who attend and submit a one‑page pitch with RIO support receive a $500 incentive.

Spring 2026 – Public Impact Research (PIR) Symposium

  Monday, April 27, 2026 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
   Richard Jessor Building (JESS), Room 155 | 1440 15th Street Boulder, CO 80309
   CU Affiliation is Required
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Public Impact Research (PIR) is university research produced with the public and for public good, improving lives and serving local, regional, and global communities. The University of Colorado Boulder houses notable areas of strength in PIR, and there is considerable growth potential for establishing, performing, and communicating PIR.

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Broader Impacts Assessment and Evaluation

  Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | Noon – 1:30 p.m.
   Virtual via Zoom
   CU Affiliation is Required
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CU Boulder's Research & Innovation Office brings faculty and staff this workshop to explore how to best plan to assess and evaluate broader impacts projects using various methods, evaluation tool options, and assessment rubrics. In addition, we will connect participants with campus resources for effective engagement and successful planning.

Offered by RIO's Dr. Tanya Ennis, Director of Research Impact and Engagement. 

Funding Strategies: Tools & Tips (Monthly)

  Monthly
   Virtual via Zoom
   CU Affiliation is Required
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Join RIO’s Research Development team for a fast-paced, 30-minute introduction to the Pivot funding opportunity database, internal funding opportunities, and other free tools available with your CU Login. Bring your team—faculty, staff, and students are all welcome!

Offered by RIO's Donna Axel, Associate Director, Research Development.

RIOs Past Webinar Recordings

Center for Research Data & Digital Scholarship Webinars & Workshops

Have questions about any of our workshops? Contact rio@colorado.edu.

Strategy & Development

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