Beth Hodges is the Coordinator of Federal Relations and Research Programs for the Vice President for Research. Beth has been with the office since 1997, when she was brought on board to work with issues involving the federal government. Prior to her coming to FSU, Beth served as a staff person with the US House of Representatives for six years. In addition to federal issues, Beth also assists faculty in locating funding opportunities for faculty, oversees the Office of Research website and is the editor of the Office of Research newsletter, among other duties. Beth has an undergraduate degree in Psychology and Social Work and a Master's degree in Social Work-both from FSU.