Office of Research Policy Development

 

For All Inquiries:

Barry W. Stevens
Director, Research Policy Development
bstevens@gmu.edu
Tel: 703-993-3133
Fax: 703-993-8871

George Mason University
4400 University Dr.
MSN 3A2
Fairfax, VA 22030

About ORPD

The Office of Research Policy Development develops university research policies and provides analysis, advice, and advocacy on policy-related matters. 

The Office is responsible for:

• Managing the work of the committees that craft the policies
• Researching relevant policy and law
• Identifying issues for consideration
• Framing alternatives
• Facilitating the resolution of issues
• Drafting the policy language
• Assisting the Vice President for Research in presenting and explaining new policies to the university community