Research Support During Winter Holiday Break
Dear Colleagues,
The Division of Research would like to wish you and your families a happy holiday season. To prepare for the winter break, below is an important announcement regarding office closures and service support.
In observance of UTRGV’s Winter Holiday Break, the Division of Research will be closed starting Monday, December 25, through Monday, January 1, 2024. The University will reopen for regular business on Tuesday, January 2, 2024.
In our continuous commitment to assist, guide, and support your research efforts at UTRGV, the Division of Research has designated staff members to provide assistance; we recognize that unusual circumstances may arise during the holidays, which may severely impact the work you are conducting. Should an emergency occur, please email our department heads directly for guidance.
If you have a deadline or item due during the holidays, please ensure that it is submitted and confirmed before the break. Normal operations will continue when the university reopens.
More details on the support services are included below.
Pre Award |
Tribbie Grimm – Director of Sponsored Programs (tribbie.grimm@utrgv.edu) |
Post Award |
Suelema Gonzalez – Director of Grants and Contracts (suelema.gonzalez@utrgv.edu) |
Payments |
Alicia Moreno – Director of Grants Accounting (alicia.moreno01@utrgv.edu) |
Compliance |
Marilyn Bobbitt – Director for Research Compliance (marilyn.bobbitt@utrgv.edu) |
Export Control |
Preston Broadfoot – Director for Research Integrity & Export Compliance (preston.broadfoot@utrgv.edu) |
Animal Resources |
Cordelia Rasa – Lab Animal Resources Director (cordelia.rasa@utrgv.edu) |
NOTE: Other departments may be providing different support options during the winter holiday break. Please reach out to them directly to ensure they are aware of your needs.
We greatly appreciate your support over the past year and look forward to working with you in 2024.
Our best wishes for a happy and healthy holiday season and a prosperous 2024!
Regards,
Thomas B. Spencer, PhD, MBA
UT Rio Grande Valley | 956-665-7477
Associate Vice President: Research Operations
Authorized Organization Representative ( AOR) & Signing Official ( SO)