Grace Schmitz

Contact
- hgschmit@mtu.edu
- 906-487-3338
- H-STEM 239
- Institute Manager
- MPA, School of Public Service, DePaul University
Academic Status
Currently pursuing a PhD in Environmental and Energy Policy at Michigan Tech
Links of Interest
Responsibilties
- Manage institute finances by overseeing budgets, payroll, reimbursements, and providing monthly reports
- Plan and execute institute events, programs, and conferences, including the HRI SURF program
- Support faculty with grant pre-award processes such as identifying opportunities, budgeting, and editing proposals
- Coordinate the activities of the director, committees, and advisory bodies, and prepare presentations as needed
- Oversee human resources, space and facilities, and administrative operations while supervising staff
- Collect, analyze, and report institute membership, funding, and research data to support strategic planning