Office of Faculty Scholarship & Research
Mission Statement
The Office of Faculty Scholarship and Research exists to cultivate a thriving culture of inquiry, innovation, and academic excellence. We equip faculty with education, training, and collaborative opportunities that strengthen their research skills, expand scholarly impact, and foster meaningful contributions to their disciplines, the university, and the broader community.
Calendar of Events
This fall, join the Office of Faculty Scholarship and Research for workshops designed to support your research, scholarship, and grant success.
The Fulbright Advantage: International Opportunities for Teaching, Research, and Collaboration
Presenter: Dr. Brenda Morton
Date: September 16, 2025
Time: 12:00 PM 鈥� 1:00PM
Location: McLane Great Hall C+D
Learn how the prestigious Fulbright Program can expand your teaching and research through international exchange. Dr. Morton will share insights on the application process, tips for a competitive proposal, and the benefits of building global partnerships for your scholarship and your students.
Connecting Across Campus: Discover Faculty Research Opportunities
Presenters: Dr. Jennifer Costello, Dr. Ariane Secrest & Dr. Brenda Morton
Date: September 24, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: McLane Great Hall C+D
Discover the exciting research taking place across campus and explore opportunities to get involved. In this session, Dr. Jennifer Costello will present her research with military spouses and families, Dr. Brenda Morton will highlight her research on trauma, and Dr. Ariane Seacrest will present The Homeward Project. Join us to learn, connect, and consider how you might collaborate with colleagues in meaningful scholarship.
Connecting Across Campus: Discover Faculty Research Opportunities
Presenter: Dr. Lem Taylor, Dr. Tracy Booth & Dr. Emily Prevost
Date: October 13, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Location: Lord Conference Room in Parker Academic Center
Discover the exciting research taking place across campus and explore opportunities to get involved. In this session, Dr. Lem Taylor will share his work on physiology and nutrition, Dr. Tracy Booth will highlight her research on Interprofessional Education, and Dr. Emily Prevost will share her work on church ministry and spirituality. Join us to learn, connect, and consider how you might collaborate with colleagues in meaningful scholarship.
Navigating 麻豆视频鈥檚 Grant Submission Process
Presenters: Dr. Nancy Bonner, Dr. Brenda Morton & Dr. Evan Campbell
Date: October 16, 2025
Time: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Location: McLane Great Hall A+B
Learn about 麻豆视频鈥檚 updated grant submission procedures and get practical guidance from experienced faculty to make your next proposal smooth and successful.
Demystifying IRB: What Faculty Need to Know
Presenter: Dr. Jude Austin
Date: November 3, 2025
Time: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Location: PAC Lord Conference Room
Learn the essentials of the IRB process, including submission tips and best practices, to make conducting research at 麻豆视频 easier and more efficient.
Are you interested in sharing your research with faculty and creating a research team? Email Dr. Jennifer Costello to be added to the spring schedule.
Do you want more information on research funding opportunities?
Contact Information
Dr. Nancy Bonner • Associate Provost for Strategic Initiatives
nbonner@umhb.edu • (254) 295-4884
900 College Street, Box 8002 • Belton, TX 76513
Page last updated September 03, 2025
