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CSUBuy: What You Need to Know
CSUBuy is part of a CSU systemwide effort to align procurement practices and improve consistency across campuses.
ORSP is asking that all Principal Investigators have access to CSUBuy so that grant-related purchases have a clear and consistent record of PI review and approval.
Getting Access
- Log into CSU Learn and complete any assigned FERPA training.
- Access cannot be granted until FERPA training is complete.
- Once completed, contact Mike Kusiak for assistance with access.
What This Means for You
- PIs will review and approve purchases only.
- Department administrators will continue to create requisitions.
More detailed CSUBuy guidance is currently being developed and will be available on the ORSP website soon.
CSUBuy: Gift Cards
CSUBuy does not currently allow for the purchase of gift cards, and CSU East Bay’s previous Amazon business account is no longer accessible. At this time, electronic gift cards cannot be purchased.
We recognize this creates challenges for research projects that use gift cards as participant incentives.
What You Can Do Right Now
- Purchase physical gift cards using a P-Card.
- Maintain secure storage.
- Keep a distribution log.
Contact your grant analyst if you need assistance.
In Progress: Procurement is developing a local solution. ORSP is also working with the CSU Chancellor’s Office to explore systemwide options.
Reassigned Time and Additional Employment
New webpages are now available with clear guidance on Reassigned Time and Additional Employment, including key deadlines.
If you are planning to request Reassigned Time for Fall 2026, please connect with your Chair or Dean as soon as possible.
Due to upcoming HR system changes, Academic Affairs is aiming to finalize Fall 2026 reassigned time commitments this month.
Research Security: Federal Requirements
Federal agencies are implementing new requirements related to Research Security, focused on transparency in funding, affiliations, and outside activities.
Key Requirement
Research Security training must be completed prior to proposal submission to any federal agency.
Training and Resources
What to Expect: ORSP Pre-Award will request confirmation of completed training at the time of proposal submission.
New Ways to Connect with ORSP
ORSP is launching a Microsoft Teams group for staff who support grants.
This space will:
- Support collaboration across campus.
- Provide a direct way to connect with ORSP.
To be added, email ORSP@csueastbay.edu.
ORSP Website Updates
We are refreshing the ORSP website to make it a more useful resource for research administration.
You may already notice initial updates to content and design. Additional guidance and resources will be added over the coming months.
PI Appreciation Event
Please join us in celebrating our incredible CSUEB Principal Investigators.
Wednesday, April 15, 2026
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
University Union, MPR
We invite you to stop by, grab a cup of coffee or tea, enjoy some cake, and spend a few moments connecting with colleagues across campus.
Your work drives the research, scholarship, and creative activity that make East Bay such a vibrant academic community. We are truly grateful for all that you do.
We hope to see you there.
If you have any questions, please reach out to Alicia Cronin at alicia.cronin@csueastbay.edu.