What is and what is not a sponsored program?
General Definition: The term “sponsored programs” refers to scholarly, professional, creative or other activities conducted by NEIU personnel conduct with support from external funding instruments such as grants, contracts, cooperative agreements, or other agreements. Specific Definitions: In addition to the general definition above, any one of the following conditions is sufficient to define a sponsored program: Conditions Concerning the Nature of the Agreement/Activity 1. A formal proposal exists requiring the endorsement of an NEIU-authorized official. 2. Progress, technical, final reports, and/or other exchanges are required. The proposed activity binds NEIU to a specific delivery of work including service to a sponsor. 3. The activity has a specified performance period or completion date. 4. The agreement for the activity contains compliance terms and conditions. 5. The agreement for the activity contains provisions for confidentiality. 6. The testing/evaluating of proprietary pro
