AR 5-21 — Rand Arroyo Center

AR 5-21 governs Army policies and responsibilities for the RAND Arroyo Center, including its research agenda and management framework.

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  • Publication number: AR 5-21
  • Title: RAND ARROYO CENTER
  • Date: 06/29/2018
  • Proponent: G-8
  • Status: ACTIVE

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AR 5-21 describes the RAND Arroyo Center Fellows Program and the roles of Army officials, sponsors, and the RAND Arroyo Center Policy Committee. It requires annual program evaluation, project coordination, sponsor support, and oversight of research efforts.

Topics covered

  • RAND Arroyo Center
  • Annual research agenda
  • RAND Arroyo Center Fellows Program
  • RAND Arroyo Center Policy Committee
  • Project sponsorship
  • Annual program evaluation

Questions and answers

How often must the RAND Arroyo Center Policy Committee meet with RAND Arroyo Center management?

Meets at least semi-annually with the RAND Arroyo Center management to review and evaluate the current and planned annual research programs. (paragraph 8)

Who can sponsor RAND Arroyo Center projects?

Sponsors must be HQDA or Army command general officers or senior executive service civilians under whose authority a particular analytical effort is formulated and administered. (paragraph 8)

What must sponsors do for add-on projects outside the annual core research agenda?

Sponsors will provide funding for such add-on projects and log them in the Army Study Program Database. (paragraph 8)

When must sponsors complete project evaluations?

Conduct appropriate project evaluations within 90 days of project completion and in support of the annual program evaluation led by the RAND ACPC lead agent. (paragraph 8)

What notification is required after a provisional effort begins?

Provide written notification to the lead agent within 30 days after initiation of any provisional effort. (paragraph 8)

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