Discussed the university's strengths in health/medical related research with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation.
Discussed NSF related university research proposal (NSF Engine) with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation.
Met with S.C. Congressional delegation staff to discuss FY27 Appropriations process and priority programmatic requests. Also discussed Congressionally Directed Spending (CDS) requests with delegation staff.
Met with Members and staff of the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss impacts of higher ed policy changes (specifically federal financial aid) that resulted from passage of the Big Beautiful Bill.
Met with S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss competitive proposals related to CU's strengths in electrical grid security and nuclear-related research specifically the capabilities that exist at our energy innovation center in North Charleston and on the main campus.
Met with S.C Congressional delegation to discuss the university's strengths in agricultural research and partnerships that we have in rural S.C. Als discussed potential CDS related requests for FY27 Ag Approps bill submission.
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 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 various components of the SCORE Act.
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.
Met with staff from the S.C. Congressional delegation to discuss impacts of potential changes to immigration/visa policies at the federal level.