About Us
What is ORCA?
Research and creative activities are core components of the College of Arts & Science liberal arts education.
Through supporting these projects, the Office of Research and Creative Activities (ORCA) ensures A&S faculty and students achieve breakthrough outcomes that reach and benefit every community in Missouri — and beyond.
- Full lifecycle support of sponsored individual and team projects — from pre-award to grant closeout.
- Guidance for faculty and students across every department in the College of Arts & Science.
- Facilitation and creation of interdisciplinary and intercollegiate project teams.
Support Program
CASDA
Center for Applied Statistics and Data Analysis (CASDA) is a professional service and research unit of the College of Arts & Science. We provide statistical consulting and expertise to departments across campus and off-campus clients.
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Support Program
Mid-Career Writing Program
This program for post-tenured or post-promotion faculty provides time to complete a writing project (article, book, chapter, proposal, or major grant application) while developing better writing habits.
The current application cycle is closed. Contact Kate Neckermann to learn more.
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Support Program
Research & Development Leave Program
In conjunction with the process put forth by the Office of the Provost, the College of Arts and Science supports faculty leave for research and development projects.
The 2023–24 academic year application cycle is closed. Contact us to learn more.
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Culture of Collaboration
Centers & Institututes
College of Arts & Science centers and institutes facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration with experts from Mizzou, other institutions and private entities.
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