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Have you ever imagined a place where you can focus solely on your scholarly work, surrounded by nature and like-minded individuals? The National Humanities Center (NHC) offers a unique opportunity for scholars to immerse themselves in an enriching environment dedicated to advancing humanistic knowledge.
Opportunity Details
Scholars have the freedom and resources to pursue their research in a calm and supportive setting at the NHC. The Center is in the attractive Archie K. Davis building, nestled within a beautiful pine forest. Here, scholars can take peaceful walks to clear their minds, engage in stimulating discussions with fellow researchers, and enjoy the exceptional support services the Center’s dedicated staff provides.
The NHC offers various programs tailored to meet the needs of scholars at different stages of their careers. Whether you are interested in a year-long fellowship, a semester-long stay, or a summer residency, the Center provides various opportunities to support your scholarly pursuits. With access to outstanding librarians, attentive dining staff, and a vibrant community of scholars, the NHC is an ideal place to foster intellectual growth and contribute to the humanities
The stipend amounts awarded are individually determined, according to the needs of the Fellow and the Center’s ability to meet them. The Center seeks to provide half salary with the expectation that the Fellow’s home institution covers the remaining salary. Other grants or institutional support that Fellows will receive during their fellowship may also reduce the amount of the Center’s stipend.
The NHC welcomes applications from faculty at research universities, liberal arts and teaching colleges, Historically Black Colleges Universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, tribal colleges and universities, and international institutions, as well as independent scholars.
Successful candidates earned a PhD or an equivalent terminal degree in their discipline, such as the MFA, at least five years prior to applying for the fellowship. The NHC does not fund post-docs; the applicant must be working on a significant project beyond their dissertation and have published at least one single-authored book or a substantial body of peer-reviewed scholarship. All candidates must be engaged in scholarly research that will result in publication.
Fluency in written and spoken English is required. Most successful candidates are mid-career or senior scholars, or emerging scholars with a strong record of peer-reviewed publications beyond the dissertation project.
Prepare and submit the following documents:
The selection process highlights are as follows:
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