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- Wara Pre-doctoral fellowship competition for summer 2004
Contact :
WARA, African Studies Center
Boston University
270 Bay State Road
Boston MA 02215
Tel: 617-353-8902
Fax: 617-353-4975
[email protected]
www.warc-croa.org
Propose : Wara Pre-doctoral fellowship competition for summer 2004.
Description : Two (2) research fellowships are being offered for Summer of 2004 in West Africa with funding from the ECA-Department of State. These fellowships are open to graduate students who wish to conduct research for an 8-10 week period in order to 1) prepare a doctoral research proposal or 2) carry out research related to the completion of another terminal degree program (e.g. MFA or MPH). This competition is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are currently enrolled in graduate programs at institutions of higher education in the United States.
Each fellowship will provide round trip travel to a West African country and a stipend of up to $3,000 to cover cost of living expenses. The West African Research Center (WARC) in Dakar, Senegal may assist with academic contacts and affiliations and recommendations for lodging in the country chosen by the fellow. Candidates must submit an essay of no more than six (6) double-spaced pages describing the concept, methodology and significance of the proposed research project to their academic field. A one-page bibliography relevant to the proposal may also be attached.
Public concerné : This competition is open to U.S. citizens and permanent residents who are currently enrolled in graduate programs at institutions of higher education in the United States.
Domaine de recherche : These fellowships are open to graduate students who wish to conduct research for an 8-10 week period in order to 1) prepare a doctoral research proposal or 2) carry out research related to the completion of another terminal degree program (e.g. MFA or MPH).
Application : Additional supporting materials must include three (3) letters of reference by professors; a curriculum vitae; and both undergraduate and graduate transcripts (copies of official ones are acceptable). Each application must also include an official WARA application cover sheet available at www.warc-croa.org, as well as a brief (50-80 word) abstract of the research project.
Complete applications will consist of one original and three (3) copies of all materials (4 sets total) except letters of reference. Letters should be included in the application packet in envelopes sealed and signed by the referee. Letters of reference sent separately will not be considered.
Upon completion of their research, fellows are required to submit a detailed report of their work and findings. This report will subsequently be published in the biannual WARA newsletter. Please direct inquiries and submit applications to:
WARA, African Studies Center, Boston University, 270 Bay State Road, Boston MA 02215.
Tel: 617-353-8902 Fax: 617-353-4975
Email: [email protected], www.warc-croa.org
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