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Resources for New Faculty<\/span><\/h1>\n

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Your starting point for research funding, compliance, and campus collaboration.<\/p>\n

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Welcome to Western Carolina University<\/span><\/strong><\/h1>\n

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We are excited to welcome you to WCU, where curiosity, creativity, and collaboration drive our mission forward. Whether you\u2019re joining us fresh from graduate school, industry, or another academic institution, you are now part of a community that values scholarship and the people behind it.<\/p>\n

Our team in the Office of Research Administration (ORA) is here to help you navigate the research and creative activity landscape at WCU. From finding funding to submitting proposals, managing awards, and building collaborations, we\u2019re your partners every step of the way.<\/p>\n

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To set you up for success, here are the first key actions to complete as a new WCU faculty member engaged in research, scholarship, or creative activities:<\/p>\n

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  1. Create or Update Your SciENcv Account<\/strong>\n