Sonata M. Stevenson, MBA, serves as Associate Director of Research Administration at the Fox School of Business and School of Sport, Tourism and Hospitality Management (STHM), bringing over a decade of experience in grants administration. In this role, she leads Research Administration within the Office of Research, providing comprehensive professional support across the full lifecycle of sponsored research activities — from solicitation and proposal development through award administration and management.

Sonata oversees a diverse portfolio of grants and contracts spanning federal, state, industry, and private funding sources, ensuring institutional compliance and operational excellence at every stage. A trusted partner to faculty, she serves as the go-to resource for all things grant-related and can help you move forward with confidence — offering hands-on guidance whether you are pursuing your first award or seeking to expand an established funded research portfolio.