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South Carolina Research Administration Conference
The South Carolina Research Administration Conference is hosted by the University of South Carolina in collaboration with Clemson University, Claflin University and the College of Charleston through REACH-SC.
Conference Dates: September 24-25, 2026
Location: Russell House, 1400 Greene Street, Columbia SC 29208
Theme: "Building Expertise, Strengthening Community"
New workshop opportunities this year!
- AI in Research Administration, September 24, 9 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
- RACC CRA Review Workshop, September 26, 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Call for Presentations
Submit an abstract to present at the conference!
The SC Research Administration Conference is built on the expertise of professionals like you. Whether you've navigated a complex compliance challenge, developed a best practice worth sharing or have a fresh perspective on the future of our field, we want to feature your voice.
Submit your presentation abstract by 5 p.m. on June 19 and help shape a conference experience that informs, connects, and inspires.
Meeting logistics coming soon!
Chair: Dani McElwain, USC
Co-Chair: Joe Flaherty, Coker University
Chair: Tyshawna Cleveland, USC
Co-Chair: Paige Pilkington, College of Charleston
Chair: Sarah Nasiri, Benedict College
Co-Chair: Melinda Fischer, Clemson University
Chair: Hannah Cambre, USC
Co-Chairs: Amy Schuster, Clemson University, and Bob Wertz, USC
REACH-SC (Research Administration Capacity Heightening in South Carolina) is supported by the National Science Foundation (Grant # 2420719). Any opinions or findings expressed in this material are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of the National Science Foundation.