FY2024 Space Validation User Guide

This document is a user guide for the FY2024 Space Validation process at Northwestern University. It outlines the obligations of the university to conduct an annual space survey, which is essential for accurate reporting to various entities, including the National Science Foundation and the Department of Health & Human Services. The guide details the timeline for the space survey, which runs from June 1 to July 31, 2024, and emphasizes the importance of accurate space data for effective facilities management and indirect cost recovery. It describes the process for verifying room types, usage, and departmental allocations, and highlights the need for consistency and completeness in the reported data. The guide also provides instructions for accessing the Facilities Connect system, scheduling training sessions, and updating department contacts for the space validation process. Additionally, it includes information on upcoming training sessions and workshops aimed at assisting data stewards and administrators in completing the space survey effectively.