Subject: Request to Attend NCURA Annual Meeting – August 10–13, 2025

Dear [Supervisor's Name],
I’m writing to request approval to attend the National Council of University Research Administrators (NCURA) 67th Annual Meeting, taking place August 10–13, 2025, in Washington, D.C. This year’s theme, “Forward Focused: Priming for Change,” resonates deeply with the current environment in which we operate—marked by significant changes in federal policies, research priorities, and administrative expectations.
This meeting brings together research administrators from across the country, and the world, to share expertise, explore best practices, and build solutions to the challenges we are facing. Now more than ever, connection with peers and access to current guidance are critical for ensuring our institution remains informed, compliant, and competitive in the shifting federal landscape.
Highlights of the meeting include:

• A comprehensive program with 11 distinct tracks tailored to key areas of research administration, ensuring relevant, applicable content.
• 17 in-depth workshops designed to enhance technical expertise and leadership capacity.
• Amy Walter, Political Journalist, will be talking with participants about congressional culture and the politics of policy on higher education, and the people and strategies behind events unfolding in Congress and the White House.
• Paul Begala, Political Journalist, will offer the participants a clearer view of how partisan shifts and federal priorities could reshape the landscape of academic research support in the coming years.
• Opportunities to build meaningful professional relationships and bring back innovative ideas and solutions that can directly benefit our team and processes.

I believe that attending will enhance my ability to:

• Stay ahead of policy and regulatory changes affecting our work;
• Contribute new insights and approaches to our Organization;
• Represent our Organization among national peers and bring back knowledge that can inform decision-making.

I would be happy to provide a post-conference report or presentation summarizing key takeaways and recommendations for how we can apply them locally.
Thank you for considering this request. I believe this investment in professional development will provide valuable returns for our office and the institution as a whole. Please let me know if I can provide additional information.

Warm regards,
[Your Signature]