Answers to Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) that researchers encounter while developing proposals and managing awards can be found on the SPGA site in TECHweb.

Abdy Afjeh
Senior Vice Provost for Research & Academic Affair
Portland Metro
Ursula Pike
Director of Sponsored Projects & Grant Administrat
Office of the Provost

Ursula Pike brings over a decade of experience in grant development, compliance, and grant management, most recently serving as the Executive Director of Grant Development and Compliance at Austin Community College in Austin, Texas.

Ursula holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Portland State University, a Master of Arts in Economics from Western Illinois University, and a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Community Economic Development. She also earned a Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing from the Institute of American Indian Arts in Santa Fe. Originally from Northern California, Ursula is a member of the Karuk Tribe. Outside of work, she enjoys attending powwows, watching movies, and volunteering at her local library.