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Admin. Spec., SoBT Edit This Profile Email: Judy.Dantes@fsw.edu Phone: (239) 489-9459 Extension: 11459 Location: LEE K-201 L Department: School of Business and Technology

Active Duty Service Members

Tuition AssistanceWhy FSW?Programs of Study*Tuition Assistance (TA)Tuition Assistance (TA) is a government benefit offered to service members of all branches of the Armed Forces as well as military spouses/dependents to assist with the cost of tuition. Tuition Assistance PoliciesHow to Request Tuition AssistanceRequesting Tuition Assistance is the same for all branches of the military and is outlined in the steps below. Specific information regarding the type of military Tuition Assistance you are using can be found in Branch Specific Information.Speak with your local Education Office to ensure your eligibility for Tuition Assistance.Follow their instructions for how to request Tuition Assistance for your course(s). Take note of the timeframe in which you are able to request your TA indicated in the Branch Specific Information below.After the military approves your request, submit your Tuition Authorization form to the FSW Cashiers Office at Cashiers@fsw.edu. Look for a TA credit to your account within 3-5 business days of receiving your form.Branch Specific InformationSelect your branch below for more information.Air Force & Space ForceArmyNavyMarine CorpsCoast GuardFlorida National GuardMyCAA(Military Dependents)Benefit Summary (Florida National Guard)The State of Florida has an independent Tuition Assistance Program. The Educational Dollars for Duty (E.D.D.) program is available for Florida National Guard Soldiers and Airmen and can provide public tuition for the Guard member’s service period. Contact the Florida National Guard Education Services Office. Once approved, please provide your EDD Authorization Form to the Bursar's Office on the Lee Campus.*State, federal, or commercial entities may impose additional requirements related to obtaining credentials in a given field. Further information can be found within the individual Program descriptions in our College Catalog.

Research Reassign Time

Full-time faculty with robust research agendas may be considered for reassigned time up to a maximum of six (6) institutional load hours, in order to conduct research and scholarly activity. Reassigned time has an expected equivalent workload in research and scholarly activity. Faculty who are provided reassigned time for research and scholarly activity will be evaluated on their scholarly productivity and quality annually by the Dean/Supervising Administrator prior to potential granting of renewal of reassigned time for research and scholarly activity. Faculty who accept reassigned time for research and scholarly activity are limited to overloads of no more than one course section up to four (4) hours maximum of four (4) instructional load hours, per semester (Fall and Spring). A maximum of seven (7) full-time faculty members, new and renewed (see 8.11.2) - may be awarded research reassigned time in any academic year. Faculty currently on research reassigned time may apply for renewal each year. Renewal may be granted subject to approval from the committee, academic deans, and the Vice President of Academic Affairs.Application, Deadline, & Contact InformationDeadline for application for the upcoming academic year is always January 15th. Deadline for Research Reassign renewal is also January 15th. A request for documentation and evidence in support of your renewal is sent out by the Office of Sponsored Programs on November 1 leading up to the deadline (copy of the renewal request). Applications should be submitted for review by committee through the Asst. VP of Institutional Research, Assessment, and Effectiveness (Dr. Joseph F. van Gaalen).Research Reassign Time Application

Steps To Getting A Grant

Step 1:Contact Office of Sponsored Programs & Research (OSPR) and setup a meeting to discuss potential programs/projects requiring funding. Following a meeting, you will receive potential sources of funding. You are welcome to fill out OSPR’s “Grant Search Form (PDF)” to receive a customized packet outlining upcoming areas where funding may be available for your program/project. Recommended Timeline - Six months prior to project startStep 2:Review potential sources of funding provided by OSPR and discuss the options whose goals align closely with your program/project. Recommended Timeline - Ten weeks prior to grant deadlineStep 3:Work with Jessica Godwin in OSPR to develop a draft proposal. OSPR will serve as a liaison with Financial Services to create the budget. Confirm potential institutional commitments with Chair/Coordinator/Director and Dean. Recommended Timeline - Eight weeks prior to grant deadlineStep 4:Complete an "Authorization for Grant Application (PDF)" and circulate your full, final proposal with an Authorization for Grant Application form to all supervisors (Chair/Coordinator/Director, Dean) and the Vice President of Academic Affairs. In addition, the Assistant Vice President of Budget and Financial Planning and Vice President of Operations/Chief Financial Officer must approve if any money is involved. If Co-Principal Investigators are involved who reside in a different department, their Chair/Coordinator/Dean must also approve. Approval from the College President is required if the request for funds exceeds $100,000. Recommended Timeline - Two weeks prior to grant deadlineStep 5:Provide the completed proposal and signed "Authorization for Grant Application” form to OSPR for final review at least 10 FSW working days before deadline (if there is a holiday/break, allow extra days for the number of days the college is closed). Recommended Timeline - Ten days prior to grant deadlineStep 6:Submit the proposal. OSPR accepts the responsibility of final submission unless the Principal Investigator (PI) requests otherwise. Recommended Timeline - One week prior to grant deadline

FSW Institutional Review Board (IRB)

Seeking IRB ApprovalHuman Subjects Research TrainingFSW IRB ProceduresFSW IRB MembersHuman Subjects Research (Resources & Information)If you have any questions throughout the process you can contact FSW's Human Subjects Administrator, Dr. Joseph van Gaalen (jfvangaalen@fsw.edu), the current IRB Chairperson, Professor of Anatomy & Physiology, Professor Gerald Anzalone (gerald.anzalone@fsw.edu), or any of the current IRB Members. Next IRB Meeting: Wednesday, March 11, 2026, 9:30 a.m. OHRP Registered #0009367, Expires: 8/28/2026 OHRP FWA #00026135, Expires: 08/26/2027

ARC Pillar Publication Funding

The Academic Research Council (ARC), in conjunction with the Faculty Professional Development Committee, has established an opportunity for funding support for publication known as the ARC Pillar Publication Fund. This funding is intended to support faculty wishing to publish their works which may require publishing fees of some kind. Funding support is reviewed by the ARC following each deadline (check back at a later date for deadline updates).

Frequently Asked Questions

If you have an idea/concept for a grant and want to seek external funds but you are not sure where to begin, have never written a grant before, or just need assistance in writing your grant, please contact the Asst. VP of Institutional Research, Assessment, and Effectiveness, Dr. Joseph van Gaalen (joseph.vangaalen@fsw.edu). We might already have some quick answers to quick questions so check below for information as well.Is it necessary to work with the Office of Sponsored Programs in order to submit a grant proposal?Yes. The Office of Sponsored Programs serves as the liaison between the grantor and the project team. In order to apply for funding as an employee of FSW, or receive funds as part of FSW, your grant must be approved by College leadership.Why does a grant proposal require approval prior to submission? A grant award is a legal obligation and financial commitment by FSW. Making sure appropriate persons and/or departments are aware of the potential impact to the College is imperative. This includes, but is not limited to, matching funds requirement, alignment with the President’s strategic directions and appropriation of indirect costs. How much notice is required to submit a grant proposal request? Complete proposals including the Authorization for Grant Application form require at least 10 FSW working days before deadline (if there is a holiday/break allow extra day(s) for the number of days the college is closed) in order to ensure the proposal is uploaded satisfactorily. A grant proposal is considered complete when all the components required from the funding agency are included in the document or grant application package in its entirety. It is the responsibility of the Principal Investigator to include all required components of the proposal. Some grant solicitations offer little time between advertisement and submission deadline while others provide several months of notice. Please notify our office as soon as you start thinking about applying for a grant. How long does it take to learn about whether a grant has been accepted for funding?Most grants will state the award notification time frame within the solicitation. However, a general rule of thumb is 6-12 weeks. My grantor has requested a status report on my project. What should I do? Please contact: Jessica Godwin at jessica.godwin@fsw.edu (x11227) or (239) 489-9227 or Dr. Joseph van Gaalen at joseph.vangaalen@fsw.edu (x16965) or 239-433-6965 Resources on Grant OpportunitiesAll grants: Grants.gov: the website is managed by the Department of Health and Human Services. It houses information on over 1,000 grant programs.National Science Foundation: NSF is an independent federal agency created to promote the progress of science; to advance the national health, prosperity and welfare; to secure the national defense. It provides limited term grants with an average duration of three years to fund specific research proposals.National Endowment for the Humanities: NEH is one of the largest funders of humanities programs. It supports historical, literacy, and cultural programs that touch large and small communities throughout the US and its territories.National Endowment for the Arts: NEA is the only arts funder in the United State that provides access to the arts in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. jurisdictions. Their work extends into communities of all sizes across America through a vast network that includes artists, arts workers, audiences, learners, and organizations at the local, state-wide, regional, and national levels.Florida Humanities: Provides statewide support of the development and presentation of humanities-rich cultural resources and public programs. These projects help preserve Florida’s rich history and heritage, promote civic engagement and community dialogue, and provide opportunities for reflecting on the future of our state.U.S. Department of Education: The Department of Education oversees a range of grants aimed at helping Institutions of Higher Education serve their students and improve educational outcomes.American Chemical Society: ACS offers grants to support the advancement of the chemical sciences through research, education and community projects.National Institutes of Health: NIH’s central resource for grants and funding information.Health Research Funding: HRF provides support via videos and articles on funding in the medical fields.Duke University Research Funding: This site provides an extensive, on-line database of funding opportunities.Resources on Grant WritingGrants Learning CenterPreparing your ProposalGeneral Grant Writing TipsThe Grantspace Proposal Writing CourseCorporation for Public Broadcasting Basic Elements of Grant WritingSaltzberg Consulting - Are you ready to Apply for a Grant?

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Kenneth BelcherProfessor, Information Systems TechnologyPhone: 2394326795Extension: 16795Location: LEE K-201E-Mail: Vitae   Areas of Expertise ComputingComputers And EducationDataData MiningDatabasesHuman Computer InteractionTechnologyTechnology EducationWeb

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Angus CameronAssoc. Dean, Pure & Applied SciencesPhone: 8636746027Extension: 66027Location: LEE H-130E-Mail:   Areas of Expertise BiologyEcology (see Environment)EducationScience EducationEnvironment (see Also Marine And Sustainability)EcologyEnvironment IssuesEnvironmental ChangePsychologyAnimal BehaviorStatistics (see Also Mathematics)

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