Project Grant 2337153
Award Date
8/1/24
Completion Date
7/31/28
Dollars Obligated
$396K
Federal Agency
Division of Undergraduate Education
Federal Grant Program
47.076
Assistance Type
Project Grant
Place of Performance
Columbus, OH 43210, USA
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