Questions?
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VPR Signature Request Forms
Request a signature from the Vice President for Research (VPR) by selecting the form below that best matches your needs. Choosing the appropriate form ensures timely review and processing.
Identify Your Request Type
Proposal‑Related Requests
Use this form for materials tied to a proposal submission, including:
- Letters of support
- Cost share letters
- Proposal cover letters
- Other proposal‑related commitments requiring VPR signature
Non‑Proposal‑Related Requests
Use this form for materials not associated with a proposal, such as:
- Institutional letters or statements
- Agreements or memos requiring VPR review
- Other non‑proposal documents requiring VPR signature
Review Timing and Deadlines
To allow adequate review time, please plan ahead:
- Letters involving cost share:
Must be submitted at least one week before the proposal deadline, in accordance with Sponsored Research guidance.
Requests submitted late may be difficult to accommodate.
Important Routing Reminder
Documents requiring signatures from other institutional officials (e.g., school deans) should be routed according to their respective office’s procedures and should not be submitted through these forms.