Sponsored Programs Milestones
The Office of Sponsored Programs (OSP) is responsible for all pre-award and non-financial post-award management of sponsored activities that have resulted from a grant, contract, or cooperative agreement.
2024–2025 has been a year of significant transition in research administration. In response to major shifts across higher education—including new federal requirements, evolving sponsor expectations, and strengthened compliance standards—Drexel has undertaken extensive efforts to review and streamline its research support infrastructure. The Office of Research & Innovation, together with Research Compliance and Research Accounting Services, worked to enhance internal controls and increase transparency through clearer guidance and updated procedures via the CLARITY project. These collective initiatives are positioning Drexel to better support faculty, improve service delivery, and maintain strong compliance in an increasingly complex research funding environment.