Sponsored Programs

The Sponsored Programs division of the Board of Regents administers State and federal programs that provide funds and other resources to Louisiana's post-secondary education community. The division interacts extensively with institutions and governmental agencies on issues related to post-secondary research and educational enhancement.

The principal activities of Sponsored Programs are centered on the Board of Regents Support Fund (BoRSF), the Louisiana Experimental Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (LA EPSCoR) and special appropriations.

Funded through the Louisiana Education Quality Trust Fund (LEQTF), the BoRSF affords grant opportunities for four constitutionally designated activities designed to improve educational quality and foster Louisiana’s research faculty and infrastructure. LA EPSCoR, supported by the National Science Foundation, is contributing significantly to the growth of Louisiana’s research enterprise by providing funding and opportunities for science and engineering faculty, graduate and undergraduate students, and post-doctoral assistants. In addition, Sponsored Programs interacts with other federal agencies, engages in policy discussions related to research and education, and oversees programs established with special legislative appropriations.  

Dr. Kerry Davidson
Deputy Commissioner for Sponsored Programs

Mr. John Wallin
Associate Commissioner for Sponsored Programs Administration