The
College of Humanities & Social
Sciences is offering two dissertation
teaching fellowships for individuals
completing their dissertations.
The awards
will be made to individuals who,
in the judgment of a review panel:
· Demonstrate
outstanding academic achievement
· Remain
committed to a career in teaching and research
at a university
· Demonstrate
use of diversity as a resource for enriching
the education of students
Eligible
Fields
Awards will be made for scholars in the following humanities and
social sciences disciplines: English, anthropology, geography,
history, languages (French, Spanish, German), literature, philosophy,
political science, sociology, criminology.
Arkansas
State University
Arkansas State University, located in Jonesboro, Arkansas, enjoys
a reputation as a quality regional institution of higher education
and is recognized for offering special services to the people of
the Arkansas Delta. It is the only comprehensive public university
located in this region. Dedicated to teaching, research and service,
the university provides students with the broad educational foundations
that help develop critical thinking and analytical skills, decision-making
capabilities, and communication skills.
Stipend and Benefits
· Annual
stipend: $20,000 (August 15, 2008 - June
30,2009)
· Research
stipend: $2,000
· Health
benefits
· Assistance
with securing affordable on-campus housing
Conditions
of Fellowships
· Teach
two general education courses
in the College of Humanities & Social
Sciences each semester (one
prep) and one summer course
(June 2009)
· Mentor
African-American students
How
to Apply
Submit the following materials:
· Cover letter
outlining: academic background, commitment to teaching and mentoring
African-American students, importance of humanities and/or social
science disciplines in the lives of undergraduate students
· Academic
vitae
· Graduate
School Transcript
· Three
letters of reference
· Letter
from academic advisor verifying ABD status
Application
Deadline: July 15,
2008
Award notification: August 1, 2008
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Mail
application materials to:
Gloria J. Gibson, Dean
College of Humanities & Social
Sciences
Arkansas State University
P.O. Box 1150
State University, AR 72467
For additional information contact:
Dr. Gloria J. Gibson
ggibson@astate.edu
(870) 972-3973
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