Resolution 80-81-26

Research Grants; University Budget

Whereas: The vivaria has raised annual costs for 1981-82 by 41% with possible further increases as high as 240%; and Whereas: Such expenses are budgeted annually in fact are submitted several months to 1 year before the fact of funding; and Whereas: This increase in direct costs, not previously known, will seriously affect the ability of investigators to conduct their research ; therefore Be It Resolved That: (A) The Executive Board of the Faculty Senate be instructed to review with University Administration appropriate means to maintain and enhance the ability of USC faculty to compete for federal and non-governmental research grants and contracts. (B) That the increase in rates for vivaria services be handled in the same manner as increases in costs for overhead are currently handled.

Resolution Number: 80-81-26

Author: Walter Wolf, seconded by Steve Stohlman

Date: May 20, 1981

Action Taken: Passed