MARK COTHRAN

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss our new College of Veterinary Science which officially welcomed its first class this semester. Discussed opportunities for research and partnerships with USDA and other federal agencies.

Met with S.C Congressional delegation to discuss the university's strengths in agricultural research and partnerships that we have in rural S.C. Continued to discuss CDS requests submitted for consideration in FY27 Ag Approps bill.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss the need for federal legislation related to a national standard for college athletics - specifically the Protect College Sports Act and how proposed language in the bill could impact the future of CU Athletics.

Discussed NSF related university research proposal (NSF Engine) with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation to explain the recent award and CU's role in the team proposal. Also, discussed opportunities to leverage this award with complimentary competitive grant opportunities.

Discussed the university's strengths in health/medical related research with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation. Also discussed competitive grant opportunities related to this research.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss and show how the university is working directly with the Department of War on relevant research. Also discussed potential research partnerships with industry.

Met with S.C Congressional delegation to discuss the university's strengths in agricultural research and partnerships that we have in rural S.C. Also discussed USDA's "Advancing Markets for Producers" program and its impact on Clemson and the state.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss and show how the university is working directly with the Department of Defense on relevant research. Also discussed potential research partnerships with industry.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss the need for federal legislation related to a national standard for NIL and college athletics. Also discussed the recently introduced the "SCORE Act" which was recently introduced in the U.S. House.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss our new College of Veterinary Science which will take our first class in 2026. Discussed opportunities for research and partnerships with USDA and other federal agencies.

Discussed the university's strengths in health/medical related research with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation. Also, discussed the importance of indirect costs related to this research.

Discussed NSF related university research proposals with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Met with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss impacts of potential changes to immigration/visa policies at the federal level.

Met with S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss CU's strengths in electrical grid security research specifically the capabilities that exist at our energy innovation center.

Met with S.C Congressional delegation to discuss the university's strengths in agricultural research and partnerships that we have in rural S.C.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss and show how the university is working directly with the Department of Defense on relevant research.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss the need for federal legislation related to a national standard for NIL and college athletics.

Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss our new College of Veterinary Science which will take our first class in 2026. Discussed opportunities for research and partnerships with USDA and other federal agencies.

Discussed the university's strengths in health/medical related research with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation. Also, discussed the importance of indirect costs related to this research.

Discussed NSF related university research proposals with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Met with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss impacts of potential changes to immigration/visa policies at the federal level.

Discussed issues related to Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Educated Congressional delegation staff on CU's research strengths related to NSF competitive grants for federal funding. Discussed Clemson's research strengths in SC Nexus, one of EDA's recognized Tech Hubs.

Discussed FY25 Congressionally Directed Spending process as it relates to the Labor H Appropriations bill. Also discussed potential federal funding opportunities for Clemson's Center for Human Genetics.

Discussed fiscal impacts of Hurricane Helene in S.C. with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed the Clemson University School of Veterinary Medicine and any relevant opportunities for federal engagement and potential funding opportunities (i.e. CDS requests) with S.C. Congressional delegation Members and staff.

Discussed the Stop Campus Hazing Act legislation with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff and House Education Committee staff. The bill passed both Chambers and has been signed into law.

Discussed FY25 DOD Appropriations process and requests with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed Clemson University research capabilities specific to DOD funding priorities.

Discussed fiscal impacts of Hurricane Helene in S.C. and also worked with Congressional delegation staff to coordinate a One SC event on campus for Upstate residents impacted by the storm.

Discussed upcoming Farm Bill Reauthorization with S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff. Also, discussed FY25 Ag-related Congressionally Directed Spending requests with staff.

Educated Congressional delegation staff on CU's research strengths related to NSF competitive grants for federal funding. Discussed Clemson's research strengths in SC Nexus, one of EDA's recognized Tech Hubs.

Discussed FY25 Congressionally Directed Spending process as it relates to the Labor H Appropriations bill. Also discussed potential federal funding opportunities for Clemson's Center for Human Genetics.

Discussed FY25 Appropriations process, DOD related programmatic requests and Congressionally directed spending requests with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed Title IV and Title IX issues with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed the future of Higher Ed Reauthorization Act and issues related to FAFSA delays.

Discussed FY25 CDS process as it relates to the Labor H Appropriations bill. Also discussed potential federal funding opportunities for Clemson's Center for Human Genetics.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security, microgrids and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff. Discussed a competitive tech hub (Dept. of Commerce) Tech Hub proposal focused on energy with Members/staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation. Also discussed FY25 CDS process as it relates to potential Energy & Water bill requests.

Discussed FY25 Appropriations process, DOD related requests and CDS requests with S.C. Congressional delegation Members and staff.

Discussed FY25 DOD Appropriations process and requests with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed Clemson University research capabilities specific to DOD funding priorities.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff. Discussed a competitive tech hub (Dept. of Commerce) Tech Hub proposal focused on energy with Members/staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation. Also discussed FY25 CDS process as it relates to potential Energy & Water bill requests.

Discussed the Clemson University School of Veterinary Medicine and any relevant opportunities for federal engagement and funding with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed issues related to Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed FY25 CDS process as it relates to the Labor H Appropriations bill. Also discussed an FY24 CDS request related to renovations to CU's on campus student health center.

Discussed FY25 DOD Appropriations process and requests with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed Clemson University research capabilities specific to DOD funding priorities.

Discussed upcoming Farm Bill Reauthorization with S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff. Also, discussed FY24 Ag-related CDS requests with staff.

Educated Congressional delegation staff on CU's research strengths related to NSF competitive grants for federal funding.

Discussed issues related to Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also, discussed the formation of an "Historic Stadiums Caucus" in Congress.

Discussed an FY24 CDS request related to renovations to CU's on campus student health center.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff. Also discussed a competitive tech hub (Dept. of Commerce) Tech Hub proposal focused on energy with Members/staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed the proposed Clemson University School of Veterinary Medicine and any relevant opportunities for federal engagement and funding with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff. Also discussed a competitive tech hub (Dept. of Commerce) proposal focused on energy with Members/staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed issues related to Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also, discussed the formation of an "Historic Stadiums Caucus" in Congress.

Discussed upcoming Farm Bill Reauthorization with S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff. Also, discussed FY24 Ag-related CDS requests with staff.

Discussed FY24 Appropriations process and DOD related requests with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed FY24 DOD Appropriations process and requests with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed Clemson University research capabilities specific to DOD.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed Title IV and Title IX issues with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed the future of Higher Ed Reauthorization Act.

Discussed an FY24 CDS request related to renovations to CU's on campus student health center.

Discussed issues related to Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also, discussed the formation of an "Historic Stadiums Caucus" in Congress.

Discussed FY24 DOD Appropriations process and requests with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed Clemson University research capabilities specific to DOD.

Discussed upcoming Farm Bill Reauthorization with S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff.

Discussed Clemson University's research capabilities around hydrogen, grid security and wind turbine testing/demonstration with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed Clemson University's energy-related research being conducted at its CURI facility in North Charleston with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed potential competitive funding opportunities related to CU's existing assets and energy focus. Specifically, discussed how Clemson's existing CURI facility could help DOE accomplish future wind energy goals from a testing/demonstration standpoint.

Discussed competitive USDA grant opportunities for Clemson PSA and Ag research teams. Discussed process related to the next Farm Bill reauthorization.

Discussed higher-ed specific issues as it relates to federal financial aid policies with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed funding levels in the FY23 Omnibus bill related to NSF and science-related research. Also discussed competitive funding opportunities for CU that potentially could come out of the Omnibus with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed the next federal farm bill and potential provisions associated with Schools of Veterinary Science. This was discussed with S.C. Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed FY23 DOD Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic funding increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed opportunities to showcase CU's strengths in DOD specific research at CUICAR (automotive engineering), the AMIC (advanced laser systems) and materials research on the main campus.

Discussed Clemson University's energy-related research being conducted at its CURI facility in North Charleston with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed potential competitive funding opportunities related to CU's existing assets and energy focus. Specifically, discussed how Clemson's existing CURI facility could help DOE accomplish future wind energy goals from a testing/demonstration standpoint.

Discussed FY23 Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Highlighted specific visa/immigration related issues that CU faculty and students are experiencing as they attempt to renew visas and/or reenter the U.S. from the country of origin.

Discussed Clemson University's energy-related research being conducted at its CURI facility in North Charleston with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed potential competitive funding opportunities in recently passed infrastructure bill related to CU's existing assets and energy focus. Specifically, discussed how Clemson's existing CURI facility could help DOE accomplish future wind energy goals from a testing/demonstration standpoint.

Discussed name, image and likeness (NIL) issue with Members of the S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff. Discussed the need for a national standard through federal legislation for NIL rules and regulations.

Discussed FY22 DOD Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic funding increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed opportunities to showcase CU's strengths in DOD specific research at CUICAR (automotive engineering), the AMIC (advanced laser systems) and ceramic materials on the main campus. Also, began to discuss FY23 DOD Appropriations process.

Discussed competitive USDA grant opportunities for Clemson PSA and Ag research teams.

Discussed higher-ed specific issues as it relates to federal financial aid policies with S.C. Congressional delegation staff. Discussed the possibility of the next Higher Ed Reauthorization Act.

Discussed name, image and likeness (NIL) issue with Members of the S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff. Discussed the need for a national standard through federal legislation for NIL rules and regulations.

Discussed Clemson University's energy-related research being conducted at its CURI facility in North Charleston with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed potential competitive funding opportunities in recently passed infrastructure bill related to CU's existing assets and energy focus.

Discussed FY22 DOD Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic funding increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed opportunities to showcase CU's strengths in DOD specific research at CUICAR, the AMIC and on the main campus. Also, began to discuss FY23 DOD Appropriations process.

Discussed FY22 Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also, began to discuss FY23 Appropriations process.

Discussed higher-ed specific provisions included in the America Rescue Plan legislation with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed higher-ed specific provisions in the America Rescue Plan with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Also discussed possible higher-ed specific provisions that may be included in a future reconciliation package.

Discussed Clemson University's energy-related research being conducted at its CURI facility in North Charleston with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed potential opportunities in a future infrastructure bill related to CU's existing assets and energy focus at CU.

Discussed FY21 and FY22 DOD Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic funding increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed opportunities to showcase CU's strengths in DOD specific research at CUICAR, the AMIC and on the main campus.

Discussed FY22 Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed name, image and likeness (NIL) issue with Members of the S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff.

Discussed higher-ed specific provisions in the America Rescue Plan with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed FY21 and FY22 DOD Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic funding increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff. Discussed opportunities to showcase CU's strengths in DOD specific research.

Discussed FY22 Appropriations process and related requests for programmatic increases with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed name, image and likeness (NIL) issue with Members of the S.C. Congressional Delegation and staff.

Discussed higher-ed specific provisions in the America Rescue Plan with S.C. Congressional Delegation staff.

Discussed the issue of Name, Image and Likeness in college athletics with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed federal funding opportunities for Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed FY2021 Defense Appropriations bill funding levels and funding opportunities with Members and Congressional staff from the S.C. delegation. Also, discussed FY22 Appropriations process which will begin in first quarter of 2021.

Discussed impacts of COVID-10 pandemic on the Agriculture industry in SC with Congressional staff. Also discussed funding opportunities in FY21 related to Ag research and begin discussions regarding FY22 Appropriations process which will begin in first quarter of 2021.

Discussed FY2021 Defense Appropriations bill funding levels and funding opportunities with Members and Congressional staff from the S.C. delegation.

Discussed federal funding opportunities for Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed FY2021 Appropriations process and funding levels with Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed impacts of COVID-10 pandemic on the Agriculture industry in SC with Congressional staff.

Discussed Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed higher ed provisions in CARES Act with Congressional staff and Members from the S.C. delegation.

Discussed impacts of most recent Farm Bill and disaster relief caused from recent flooding in S.C. with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2021 Appropriations process and funding levels with Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed manufacturing engineering education concept and competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed recent Farm Bill, Farm Bill implications, and disaster relief caused from recent flooding in S.C. with Congressional staff.

Discussed competitive NSF funding opportunities related cyber physical infrastructure with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2020 Defense Appropriations bill funding levels with Members and staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.

Discussed framework for Higher Education Act re-authorization with Congressional staff.

Discussed manufacturing engineering education concept and competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2020 Appropriations process and funding levels with Congressional staff.

Discussed Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed impact of 2017 tax reform bill on college athletics with Congressional staff. Specifically, changes in 80/20 rule and the executive compensation excise tax.

Discussed impact of 2017 tax reform bill on college athletics with Congressional staff. Specifically, changes in 80/20 rule and the executive compensation excise tax.

Discussed Clemson's electrical grid security and critical infrastructure protection research/testing capabilities with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2020 Defense Appropriations bill and associated competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed Veteran-related (VA) research that Clemson is doing on campus with Congressional staff.

Discussed recent Farm Bill, Farm Bill implications, and disaster relief caused from recent flooding in S.C. with Congressional staff.

Discussed framework for Higher Education Act re-authorization.

Discussed recent Farm Bill and Farm Bill implications in S.C. with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2020 Defense Appropriations bill with Congressional staff.

Discussed Veteran-related (VA) research that Clemson is doing on campus with Congressional staff.

Discussed manufacturing engineering education related legislation and competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed HEA re-authorization (Prosper Act legislation) and potential outlook for HEA re-authorization in 2019 calendar year with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed VA related research by CU faculty and competitive VA research funding opportunities with VA and Congressional delegation and staff.

Discussed Congressional support for competitive NSF grant proposals with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed farm bill language with Congressional staff.

Discussed implications of tax reform legislation (HR 1) and its impact on university foundations and college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed HEA re-authorization (Prosper Act legislation) with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed implications of tax reform (HR 1) and it's impact on college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed FY2019 funding levels for Ag-related programs and farm bill language with Congressional staff.

Discussed Congressional support for competitive NSF grant proposals with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed Congressional support for competitive NSF grant proposals with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed implications of tax reform (HR 1) and it's impact on college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed implications of tax reform legislation (HR 1) and its impact on university foundations and college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed FY2019 appropriations requests with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed DOE programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional Members, staff and DOE.

Discussed FY2019 funding levels for Ag-related programs and farm bill language with Congressional staff.

Discussed tax reform (HR 1) and it's impact on college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed H-1B non-immigrant visa issues, DACA and Dream Act legislation with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed Congressional support for competitive NSF grant proposals with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed tax reform legislation (HR 1) and its impact on college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed Manufacturing Engineering Education (MEE) program funding with Congressional staff.

Discussed DOE programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2018 funding levels for Ag-related programs and a future farm bill with Congressional staff.

Discussed DOE programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional staff.

Discussed Manufacturing Engineering Education (MEE) program funding with Congressional staff.

Discussed tax reform (HR 1) and it's impact on college athletics with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed DHS programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional staff.

Discussed tax reform legislation (HR 1) and its impact on higher education with Congressional delegation and delegation staff.

Discussed FY2018 appropriations requests with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed FY2018 funding levels for Ag-related programs with Congressional staff.

Discussed Manufacturing Engineering Education (MEE) program funding with Congressional staff.

Discussed competitive NIH funding proposals and FY18 NIH funding levels with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed FY2018 appropriations requests with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed higher education federal financial aid and HEA re-authorization with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed H-1B non-immigrant visa issues, DACA and Dream Act legislation with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed potential legislation related to tax reform (including endowments) with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2018 funding levels for Ag-related programs with Congressional staff.

Discussed competitive NIH funding proposals and FY18 NIH funding levels with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed DHS programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional staff.

Discussed DOE programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid protection with Congressional staff.

Discussed Manufacturing Engineering Education (MEE) program funding with Congressional staff.

Discussed competitive NIH funding proposals and NIH funding levels released in the President's FY2018 preliminary budget with Congressional Members and staff.

Discussed higher education re-authorization act (HEA) and federal financial aid issues with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed FY2017 and FY2018 funding projections for Ag-related programs with Congressional staff.

Discussed FY2017 appropriations process and began discussion of FY2018 appropriations process with Congressional delegation staff.

Discussed potential legislation related to tax reform (including endowments) with Congressional staff.

Discussed DHS programs and competitive funding opportunities related to cyber-physical security and grid security with Congressional staff.

Discussed programmatic appropriations, funding levels, and report language for individual FY 2017 and FY18 appropriations bills with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed increases in NSF funding in FY 2017 for university research with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed DOE FY 2017 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities related to grid modernization with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed with Congressional staff and Members NIH funding for FY 2017 and potential opportunities related to bio-medical research at the university levels.

Discussed with Congressional staff workforce development issues and 'Manufacturing Universities" legislation that would strengthen the link between universities and the creation of high-skilled manufacturing jobs.

Discussed DHS funding levels and report language for FY 2017 related to electrical grid security with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed with Congressional staff workforce development issues and 'Manufacturing Universities" legislation that would strengthen the link between universities and the creation of high-skilled manufacturing jobs.

Discussed with Congressional staff and Members NIH funding for FY 2017 and potential opportunities related to bio-medical research at the university levels.

Discussed programmatic appropriations, funding levels, and report language for individual FY 2017 appropriations bills with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed Higher Education Reauthorization Act, financial aid and related higher education policy issues w/ Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed DOE FY 2017 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities related to grid modernization with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed competitive USDA funding proposals and profile-building opportunities for faculty. Also discussed Ag Appropriations for FY 2017 with Congressional staffers.

Discussed patent reform issues, as it relates to universities and tech transfer, with Congressional staff.

Discussed programmatic appropriations, funding levels, and report language for individual FY 2017 appropriations bills with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed increases in NSF funding in FY 2017 for university research with Congressional staff and Members.

Discussed DHS funding levels and report language for FY 2017 with Congressional staff. Also discussed funding opportunities related to grid security.

Discussed competitive USDA funding proposals and profile-building opportunities for faculty. Also discussed Ag Appropriations for FY 2017 with Congressional staffers.

Discussed Higher Education Reauthorization Act legislation and related higher education policy issues w/ Congressional staff.

Discussed programmatic appropriations and funding levels for FY 2017. Submitted FY 2017 appropriations requests with Congressional staff.

Discussed workforce development issues and 'Manufacturing Universities" legislation that would strengthen the link between universities and the creation of high-skilled manufacturing jobs.

Discussed programatic appropriations and funding levels for FY 2016.

Discussed workforce development issues and legislation that would strenghten the link between universities and the creation of high-skilled manufacturing jobs.

Discussed DOE FY2016 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed Higher Education Reauthorization Act legislation and related issues w/ Congressional staff.

Discussed increases in NSF funding for university research.

Discussed programatic appropriations and funding levels for FY 2016.

Discussed DHS funding levels and report language for FY2016 with Congressional staff.

Discussed DOE FY2016 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities with Congressional staff.

Discussed increases in NSF funding for university research.

Discussed DOE FY2016 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities.

Discussed workforce development issues and legislation that would strenghten the link between universities and the creation of high-skilled manufacturing jobs.

Discussed patent reform issues and legislation, as it relates to universities, with Congressional staff.

Discussed increases in NSF funding for university research.

Discussed DHS funding for FY2016.

Discussed DOE FY2016 funding and DOE competitive funding opportunities.

Discussed National Network for Manufacturing Innovation (NNMI)grant application.

Discussed Higher Education Reauthorization issues as well as financial aid issues.

Discussed federal funding opportunities as it relates to cybersecurity and grid security.

Grid Security, Cybersecurity, Emergency Preparedness issues

Higher Education Reauthorization Act

Discussed support for an NNMI grant proposal.