Dissertation
fellowships-SSRC
The
Program on the Arts is now soliciting proposals for its dissertation
fellowship competition. The Fellowship Program is intended to foster
research on the social dimension of art in relation to a number of key
issues, including globalization, multiculturalism and new technologies.
We encourage projects that explore diverse aspects of the artistic
experience, including its production, distribution and consumption, as
well as projects that address the construction of artistic value and the
place of art in contemporary society. The fellowships are open to
students in the social sciences and to students in other fields who draw
upon or creatively engage the social sciences.
In
addition to the award, the Program will sponsor multidisciplinary
workshops and mentoring opportunities to provide Fellows opportunities
to discuss their research. These are intended to build scholarly
networks, foster cross-disciplinary dialogue and help Fellows prepare
for postdoctoral careers.
Up
to 14 fellowships of $16,500 each will be awarded to support
dissertation research. Funding for this program is provided by the
Rockefeller Foundation.
Eligibility
and Terms
The
Program on the Arts invites applications from full-time students in the
social sciences and other relevant fields enrolled in doctoral programs
in the United States. There are no citizenship requirements or
limitations on where the research is conducted. Applications from women
and persons of color are especially encouraged.
Applicants
must have completed all requirements for the PhD except their
dissertation research by March 1, 2002. Fellowships will provide support
for 9 to 12 months of research. In exceptional instances, the program
may accept proposals of 6 to 9 months at a correspondingly reduced level
of support.
Criteria
for Selection
Preference
will be given to proposals that show promise of strengthening social
science research in the arts. Persons working outside social science
departments should show how their projects draw upon or engage social
science themes, methods and/or sources. All applicants should have a
strong record of achievement in their respective disciplines and show
evidence of a thorough knowledge of the major concepts and methods
appropriate to their research. They should clearly present the
rationale, feasibility, theoretical concerns and contribution of the
project to existing knowledge.
Awards
Up
to 14 awards will be made in 2002. Each will provide up to $16,500 for
research support.
Application
Deadline
March 1, 2002.
Announcement
of Awards
Award
decisions will be announced by mail in early June. Applicants are
requested to notify the program of any change in address via email at arts@ssrc.org
or by
calling program staff at (212) 377-2700 ext. 606.
For
further information and application materials:
Program
on the Arts
Social Science Research Council
810 Seventh Avenue, 31st Floor
New York, NY 10019 USA
Phone: 212 377 2700 ext. 453
Fax: 212 377 2727
Email: arts@ssrc.org
For
the full call see
http://www.ssrc.org/fellowships/fellowshipage.cgi?981065437
