Preferred Suppliers
A non-exhaustive list of vendors that the University frequently purchases from can be found here.
Banner Requisition Instructions
Definition & Authorization Process
Requisition: request to procure, or purchase an item or service using Banner.
Authorization: to obtain online requisition authorization, the budget manager should forward an email request with budget number(s) and person needing authorization to Drew Porter. Access is usually granted within 24 hours.
Letters of Recommendation
Strong letters of recommendation are key to many application processes. We can help you learn how to request a letter with respect and tact.
Lampert Faculty Research Grants
The Lampert Institute offers funding opportunities for faculty research and scholarship closely related to the institute’s areas of intellectual inquiry. Funding is available to support field work, archival work, dataset purchases, or other types of research support necessary to advance scholarly projects.
Google Workspace
Colgate University utilizes Google's Workspace of collaboration and productivity apps.
Find Faculty Research Grant Opportunities
If you experience problems with any of these resources or links, please inform grantsoffice@colgate.edu.
Faculty Housing
The University maintains several houses and a five-unit apartment complex for lease by faculty and staff. Faculty housing is primarily intended to support newly hired individuals who are relocating to the area, particularly during their first year of employment. Lease terms may vary based on the needs of the faculty/staff member.
Occupancy fees are adjusted annually based on the policy outlined below. A security deposit of 50 percent of one month’s occupancy fee is required prior to occupancy.
Class Absence and Attendance Guidelines
Colgate's class attendance policy is described in the University catalog.
You can review the current catalog online.
Personnel Compensation and Benefits in Funded Research
Many grant proposals request compensation for one or more people involved in the project. In most cases, fringe benefits will be included. A multi-year proposal should include estimated yearly increases.
Indirect Costs of Research Grants
Guidelines for budgeting and reporting indirect costs associated with funded research and academic projects.
Rates are negotiated every four years with the federal government and are based on legitimate costs of utilities, facilities, and administration not charged on a pro rata basis in grants.