Rapita Sood

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Rapita Sood

Research Coordinator, Inclusive Excellence

Contact for: EDI and Indigenous rights in research, award nominations, and inclusive funding opportunities

About This Role

As Research Coordinator, Inclusive Excellence, I work with researchers across campus to embed equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous rights into funding applications, research design, and recognition practices. I also identify and share funding opportunities, support award nominations, and work with campus partners to make research processes more inclusive.

What I Do on the Team

  • Review grant applications and advise researchers on EDI and Indigenous rights sections to strengthen competitiveness.
  • Help researchers navigate agency guidelines, requirements, and deadlines for inclusive excellence funding.
  • Identify and communicate funding opportunities related to equity, diversity, inclusion, and Indigenous rights in research.
  • Support award nominations and track outcomes to inform future applications.
  • Collaborate with campus partners to advance more inclusive research processes and practices.
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