How to Write a Winning Proposal

Abstract

The workshop focused on how to prepare a successful research proposal. Dr. Steven French, McKenney Professor and Associate Dean for Research and Graduate Studies in the College of Architecture lead the workshop. A panel of faculty and staff responded to faculty questions about the structure and mechanics of proposal writing. Panelists included: Ms. Lisa Borello, a research coordinator in the School of Building Construction who specializes in grant proposals and editing scholarly work. Dr. Stephen Sprigle, a professor with joint appointment in Industrial Design and Applied Physiology, Interim Chair of the School of Industrial Design, and a lead researcher at the Center for Assistive Technology and Environmental Access. Professor Chuck Eastman, who holds a joint appointment in the Colleges of Architecture and Computing, is one of the pioneer researchers in the area of Building Information