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 Benefits
In addition to personal satisfaction, becoming certified may provide the following benefits:
- Professional recognition
- Validation of expertise
- Improved credibility with faculty, researchers, and other administrators
- Increased opportunities for professional advancement
- Recognition as a subject matter expert
CRA Study Program
The CRA, CPRA, and CFRA are credentials 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 2025 Fall Study Group is hosted in collaboration between Colorado State University and Emory University , but all are welcome. Sessions are 75 minutes, weekly from August – October, on Mondays 1:00 PM – 2:15 PM MT. Our program is a study resource, but you will need to plan additional time and effort outside of the group to best prepare for the exam.
Our program is focused on the CRA, generally, because the content overlaps with all 3 exams. If you plan on taking the CPRA or CFRA exam, please let us know so we can direct you to additional resources for support. 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!
Amanda Denstedt, CRA, College of Liberal Arts
Ashley Stahle, CRA,Office of Sponsored Programs
Becky Libera, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs
Bill Moseley, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs
Breeana Hubbard, CRA, Office of the Vice President for Research
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 Lindstadt, CRA, 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
Kathy Evans, CRA, College of Agricultural Sciences
Kim Melville-Smith, CRA, CFRA Office of Sponsored Programs
Lauren Lucio, CRA, College of Natural Sciences
Lexi Garriott, CRA, Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology
Lisa Anaya, CRA, College of Natural Sciences
Madi Ballard, CRA, Microbiology, Immunology, and Pathology
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
Tom Smith, CRA, College of Liberal Arts
Tracey Trujillo, CRA, Warner College of Natural Resources
Trisha Southergill, CRA, Office of Sponsored Programs
Yulissa Garcia, CRA, CFRA, Office of Sponsored ProgramsKathry