University Names Director of Research Support and Sponsored Programs

Ashland University’s Graduate School has named Dr. Patrick Miller as director of research support and sponsored programs.

Dr. Miller comes to Ashland from Purdue University, Calumet, and brings a wealth of experience in grants administration and the securing of external funds. He will be on campus on a part-time basis until assuming the position full time on July 1.

According to Greg Gerrick, dean of the Graduate School, Dr. Miller’s primary role is to provide institutional support for all Ashland faculty and administrators in developing grant proposals, in the managing of all facets of the grants process, and in the identification of external funding sources.

Miller will report to Provost Frank Pettigrew, and will work closely with the Academic Council in supporting the initiatives of the academic side of the institution.

During the remaining weeks of the spring semester, Dr. Miller will be working to establish an indirect cost agreement for the University, preparing a needs assessment instrument for faculty and administrators, and beginning the process of designing the policies and procedures of grants administration for the University.

Ashland University is a mid-sized, private university conveniently located a short distance from Akron, Cleveland and Columbus, Ohio. Ashland University values the individual student and offers a unique educational experience that combines the challenge of strong, applied academic programs with a faculty and staff who build nurturing relationships with their students.