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    SPARKS

    Sponsored Programs Administration Refreshers and Knowledge Sessions

    May 2026

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    SPARK Sessions are held on the third Tuesday of each month, from 9:00-10:00 am. Registration is not required. Join via the Zoom link shared with RAC prior to each session. Each session will include a presentation (or demo if appropriate) of that month’s topic followed by Q&A. 

    Upcoming SPARK Sessions:

    May 19:  Jill Frankenfield and Laura Scarantino will present on Activity Type, Sponsors, and Prime Sponsors - getting the details right and why it matters

    June 16:  Limited Submission Process, presented by Katherine Kight and Joni Prasad

    July 21:  IPAs and IPA Routing, presented by Amanda Knott and Richard Ingrao


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