A difference exists in the fringe benefit rate between what an institution
pays its faculty and that chargeable to federal grants.  I would guess that
many institutions experience this gap and I would like to know how your
institution covers this expenditure gap.  Do the funds come from: (a)
educational and general funds; (b) indirect cost recoveries; (c) both;
(d) other sources?

Any other pertinent information you wish to provide is also welcome.

Please send your replies directly to me at xxxxxx@oduvm.cc.odu.edu and I
will post the results in summary form.  Thank you.

Sincerely,
Steve Hoagland
Old Dominion University