Academic Research

At the heart of humanity’s progress lies the question. Which question? Exactly.

Norwich University’s research mission aligns with the university’s strategic plan as we advocate the pursuit of original research, scholarship and creative projects to build teacher-scholars and citizen-soldier-scholars to strengthen academic excellence and expand strategic partnerships. We support all NU researchers in their pursuit of grants, scholarships, and fellowships, exchange of ideas, and contributions to global knowledge that further enhance NU’s academic reputation.

Charles A. Dana Professors

Founded in 1974, the Charles A Dana Foundation supports the development of an outstanding full-time faculty through the recruitment and retention of professors with widely recognized scholarly attributes and a high level of teaching competence. Faculty are nominated by their peers and recommendations for appointment are made by the current body of Dana professors to the provost and the president. Since the first nominations in 1975, Norwich has named 21 Charles A. Dana Professors.

Research Centers

Norwich University is at the forefront of research and policy advances on the national and global stage, working collaboratively with industry, the military, and the government through its affiliated centers, institutes, and events. What sets Norwich apart is the ability of our students to affiliate themselves with a Center of Excellence, providing them with network opportunities and a seat at the table to discuss, investigate, and act upon the challenges facing the global landscape.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center

The Artificial Intelligence (AI) Center is a Norwich University academic center of excellence for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking to conduct multiple forms and levels of research, deliver educational programming, and create workforce development projects to meet the growing national and regional requirements for an advanced computing capable workforce.

Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research

The Norwich University Center for Cybersecurity and Forensics Education and Research (CyFER) is a Norwich University academic center of excellence for students, scholars, and practitioners focused on the development of emerging, advanced and next-generation computing technologies.

Center for Global Resilience & Security

The Center for Global Resilience & Security (CGRS) is a Norwich University academic center of excellence for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking to craft creative, innovative, and sustainable solutions for building resilient and secure communities, through inter-disciplinary research and design collaboration.

Center for Leadership

The Norwich University Center for Leadership is a Norwich University academic center of excellence for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking collaboration with military, public, private, and non-profit organizations to advance leadership through academic programs, research opportunities, scholarly publications, and professional outreach services.

John & Mary Frances Patton Peace and War Center

The John and Mary Frances Patton Peace and War Center (PAWC) is a Norwich University academic center of excellence for students, scholars, and practitioners seeking to advance interdisciplinary knowledge on the relationship between peace and warfare at local, national, and global levels.

Norwich Researchers in the News

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Three students in front of a computer in the Norwich University Cyber War Room.

Norwich University Re-Introduces Degree Program as Cybersecurity and Advanced Technology

Norwich University is proud to announce a significant update to its renowned degree program in the Leahy School of Cybersecurity and Advanced Computing. The University has rebranded its Computer Security and Information Assurance (CSIA) degree to Cybersecurity and Advanced Technology (CSAT) to better reflect the evolving landscape of modern technology and to align with current industry standards.

Dr. William "Bill" Clements appointed as chair of the Vermont Criminal Justice Council

Vermont Governor Phil Scott appointed William Clements, Ph.D., former Dean of Norwich University’s College of Graduate and Continuing Studies (CGCS) and criminal justice professor, as chair of the Vermont Criminal Justice Council (VCJC).

Vermont Sen. Peter Welch, Norwich University students, and NUARI representatives in the Norwich University Cyber War Room for the Humanitarian Disaster Response Initiative

AI for the Greater Good: Vermont Sen. Peter Welch, Norwich University, and NUARI, Partner on Humanitarian Disaster Response Initiative

On November 16, 2024, the Norwich University AI Center, in collaboration with Norwich University Applied Research Institutes (NUARI), hosted a unique one-day event focused on "AI and Humanitarian Disaster Response" for high school students and new Norwich students hoping to learn about AI, all inspired by a challenge from Vermont Senator Peter Welch.

Office of Academic Research

Associate Provost for Research and Chief Research Officer Tara Kulkarni, PhD (802) 485-2268 tkulkarn@norwich.edu
Director of Sponsored Programs Mina Peshavaria, PhD (802) 485-298 mpeshava@norwich.edu	Director of Research Compliance Cristy Boarman, B.S., A.A.S. (802) 485-2794 cboarman@norwich.edu
Assistant Director, Research Centers Megan Liptak M’09 (802) 485-3138 mliptak@norwich.edu	Administrative Assistant Dawn Sabo (802) 485-2794 dsabo@norwich.edu

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