Federal Fireside Chats

Federal Chats with Lewis-Burke & Associates

Lewis-Burke & Associates (LBA) provides the University of Arizona with advocacy for public policy from our federal agencies. LBA specializes in science, technology, education, and health. Join us every second Wednesday to discuss what is happening in Washington, D.C., in real time. Following the DC Update, we'll dive into areas of interest for the University.

The experts at LBA work collaboratively with the Research Development team; Research Development team members can connect you with the Lewis-Burke expert most aligned with your area of interest.

The following topics are covered in Academic Year 2023-2024:

1. Wednesday, September 13, 2023 - DC Overview & Introduction to the U.S. Department of Agriculture
2. Wednesday, October 11, 2023 - DC Overview & Introduction to the Department of Energy
3. November - LBA is on campus in November, an in-person event will be planned
4. No event in December
5. Wednesday, January 10, 2024 - An Outlook for Calendar Year 2024
6. Wednesday, February 14, 2024 - DC Overview & Introduction to Bio/Medical Research Funding from the Federal Government
7. No event in March
8. Wednesday, April 10, 2024 - DC Overview & Introduction to Environmental Research Opportunities

While this series is free for UA Faculty, Postdocs, and Staff, please register in advance.