The Center for Survey Research (CSR) is located in the Thomas Harriot College of Arts and Sciences at ECU. We offer various project-related services ranging from web-based surveys to telephone surveys. We serve public agencies, private clients, university scholars, and students in carrying out high-quality research-related projects. The CSR has the facilities and expertise to conduct a variety of customized research initiatives. Our specific services include developing surveys, structuring questions, and suggesting appropriate methodologies and sampling strategies. Other types of services include practical and academic research, preparation of proposals, grant application assistance, public opinion polls, targeted market polls, data analyses, needs assessments, focus groups, program evaluations, and participatory appraisal techniques.