The Research Administration Mentoring Program and University Partnership (RAMP UP)
RAMP UP UVA is a one year program designed for Research Administrators to provide help with professional development and career aspirations through mentoring and workshop support.
Goals:
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Strengthen professional networks within UVA’s research community and beyond
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Foster long-term careers and increase interest/improve retention in research administration
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Create a supportive, interactive and collaborative environment for leadership development
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Encourage career growth within the research administration field
Program Features:
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Mentorship training for mentors
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Monthly Office Hours
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Monthly workshops focused on professional development
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Capstone project
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Access to prior Mentor and Mentee Cohorts
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Professional development and CEU credits
2023 - 2024 Application Information
RAMP UP is open to all Research Administrators at the University of Virginia
Mentor Eligibility:
Mentors must have
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At least 5 years of experience as a Research Administrator
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Commitment to the professional development of colleagues
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Supervisor's approval to participate in the program
Mentor Expectations
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Attendance at mentor training session, cohort kickoff, workshops, and feedback sessions
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Meet regularly with Mentee
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Co-Moderate at least two RAMP UP Office Hours sessions
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Co-Lead at least one workshop
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Co-Lead RAMP UP capstone project
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Dyads will work in groups of two to complete a capstone project that benefits the greater research administration community at the University of Virginia​
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If the application does not open, you may need to disconnect your VPN
Current Mentors do not need to submit a new application - Please email Kayla Calvo (krc7d@virginia.edu) if you are interested in being a mentor in the 23 - 24 Cohort.
Mentee Eligibility:
Mentees must have
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At least 1 year of experience as a Research Administrator
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Research Administration should be primary focus
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Supervisor's approval to participate in the program
Mentee Expectations
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Attendance at cohort kickoff, workshops, and feedback sessions
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Meet regularly with Mentor
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RAMP UP capstone project
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Dyads will work in groups of two to complete a capstone project that benefits the greater research administration community at the University of Virginia​
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If the application does not open, you may need to disconnect your VPN
Current Mentees do not need to submit a new application - Please email Kayla Calvo (krc7d@virginia.edu) if you are interested in being a mentee in the 23 - 24 Cohort.
2023 - 2024 Program Schedule
Mentor Training
Date: TBD - Postponed from August 14, 2023
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: 560 Ray C. Hunt Drive, 2nd Floor
RAMP UP Kick Off
Date: September 22, 2023
Time: 9:00am - 1:00pm
Location: 560 Ray C Hunt Drive, 2nd Floor, 2208
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RAMP UP Monthly Sessions
Dates: Listed Below
All Session Times: 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Location: 560 Ray C. Hunt Drive, 2nd Floor
November 6, 2023 - Building Your Community
December 4, 2023 - Understanding Coaching, Mentoring, and Sponsorship
January 8, 2024 - Mentor/Mentee Session
February 5, 2024 - Developing an Engaging Presentation
March 4, 2024 - Leadership Part 1
April 8, 2024 - Mentor/Mentee Session
May 6, 2024 - Leadership Part 2
June 3, 2024 - Managing Overwhelm
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RAMP UP Graduation
Date: TBD
Time: TBD
Location: TBD
2022-2023 Cohort Mentors
Christa Albanez - OSP
Lauren Armstrong - SOM
Cheryl Bryan - SOM
Annie Caldwell - SOM
Kayla Calvo - SOM
Catherine Church - SOM
Stephen Cornelison - SEAS
James Davis - SOM
Susan Hennigan - SOM
Anthony Herring - SOM
Steve Lichtenstein - SOM
Connie Pace - SOM
Na Ren - SEAS