Research Resources and Support

The School of Education’s research efforts are supported by the Associate Dean for Research (ADR), in close collaboration with the Office of the Dean and Office of Business Services. The ADR is a half-time administrator, half-time tenured faculty member who:

  • Provide oral and written feedback on research-related manuscripts as part of the grant process.
  • Organizes for faculty across the professional lifespan, including an orientation for 1st and 2nd year faculty and post-docs.
  • Designs and sponsors supports for research-related productivity and collaboration including writing retreats, 30-day online writing challenge, workshops, and study groups.
  • Oversee research-related grant competitions.
  • Create venues for communicating about research in the School of Education.
  • Participates in School and university contexts related to research.

Research Support

SOE Research & Creative Showcase

University Resources

  • Office of Research is the central hub for research support at Syracuse University, facilitating excellence in research, scholarship, innovation and creative activity that addresses emerging opportunities and societal needs. 
  • Corporate and Foundation Relations builds bridges between faculty, students, and staff and leading organizations to increase funding and engagement and promote institutional priorities.
  • Experts@Syracuse is an online tool designed to help faculty members, departments, and potential collaborators identify who is working in what research or scholarly areas at Syracuse University.
  • Office of Sponsored Accounting oversees all sponsored funding, provides education and training for faculty and staff, and provides services such as financial reporting, invoicing, expenditure approval, and cash management.
  • Office of Professional Research and Development—part of the School of Education—provides research, evaluation, and development services to clients within and outside of Syracuse University.
  • Qualtrics is an online survey platform available to all Syracuse University students, faculty, and staff.
  • Sponsored Award Management (SAM) Tool is Syracuse University’s financial and budget management tool for sponsored projects.

Contact the Associate Dean for Research

Beth Ferri, Associate Dean for Research; Professor
baferri@syr.edu|(315) 443-5183
Beth Ferri