Training Opportunities

CRA Study Program Requirements

Individuals interested in participating in the C-RAM Study Program must submit their Name (first & last),  Department/Unit , and Institution to [email protected]

CRA Study Program

The CRA is a credential offered by the Research Administrators Certification Council (RACC). Earning the Certified Research Administration (CRA) certification means that one has met the required qualifications and passed an exam on a wide body of knowledge in research administration, including project development and administration; legal requirements and sponsor interface; financial management; and general management.

The 2024 Spring Study Group is collaborating with Emory University to host 75 minute, weekly session for 12 weeks from January 22nd – April 15th.

Learn more about the CRA, including application requirements, testing format/sites, recertification requirements, and required fees on the RACC website.

Applicant Requirements

1.) The CRA exam is rigorous. Applicants must be willing to study several hours/week outside the guided study sessions.

2.) An email containing applicant’s Name (first & last), Department/Unit , Institution, and commitment to the program must be submitted to [email protected].

Questions

Direct questions on the C-RAM Study Group or other training initiatives to [email protected].

Congratulations CSU Certified RAs!

Ashley Stahle, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Becky Libera, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Bill Moseley, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Brigette Pfister, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Catherine Douras, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Chris Carsten, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Cliff Schulenberg, CRA, College of Agricultural Sciences

Corrine LindstadtCRA, Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology

Jenny Harding, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Mark Hubbard, CRA, Office of the Vice President for Research

Kathryn O’Hayre, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Kim Melville-Smith, CRA, CFRA Office of Sponsored Programs

Lauren LucioCRA, College of Natural Sciences

Lexi Garriott, CRA, Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology

Lisa Anaya, CRA, College of Natural Sciences

Shannon Irey, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Sherry McElwain, CRA, College of Liberal Arts

Sonia Lynn, CRA, College of Health & Human Sciences

Staci Folot, CRA, College of Veterinary Medicine & Biomedical Sciences

Stephanie Ouren, CRA, College of Health & Human Sciences

Tracey Trujillo, CRA, Warner College of Natural Resources

Trisha Southergill, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs

Yulissa Garcia, CRA, CFRA,  Office of Sponsored Programs