Research Cat
Research & Scholarly Support for WCU Faculty and Staff
Research Cat: Increasing Support and Impact at WCU
This site is designed to provide support resources for research & scholarly activities, and to assist faculty and staff in their research endeavors.
For questions or needs related to research & scholarly activity contact:
The Office of Research Administration
110 Cordelia Camp Building
828.227.7212
🎉Happy Research Administrator’s Day🎉
On September 25, 2025, we celebrate the incredible dedication, expertise, and behind-the-scenes brilliance of our ORA staff who help make research happen at WCU! From navigating complex compliance, regulations, and proposals to supporting groundbreaking discoveries and engaging our student researchers, their work powers our progress every day.
We’d love to hear from you! Use the button below to share your appreciation, shout-out, story, or feedback to let our research administrators know how much they’re valued. Your words make a difference!
Featured Support
Explore funding opportunities through WCU’s database for funding opportunities
Access learning resources to help you develop proposals and manage your projects.
Connect and network with faculty engaged in the research enterprise at WCU.
Review research news and important information from the ORA.
Preview the proposals submitted and sponsored awardees across WCU campus.
Discover upcoming events, workshops, presentations, and special programming opportunities.
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