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Roy Ans Fellowship in Jewish American Studies

Michael Alexander
2008-09 Fellowship Winner Michael Alexander wrote an analysis of American-Israeli relations in the Nixon Era for his project.

The Roy Ans Fellowship in Jewish-American Studies offers a $2,000 stipend for a sophomore or junior completing a research project related to the Jewish-American experience in any area of study offered by Washington College. The fellowship also provides a $1,000 stipend to the faculty supervisor of the project. Students receiving this grant may register for an independent study course to receive academic credit. This fellowship is open to students of all religious backgrounds and beliefs.

The recipient of the fellowship will present his or her research publicly during Jewish Heritage Month (May), a newly created federal designation honoring the Jewish contributions to American life. This fellowship is made possible through the generosity of Roy P. Ans '63 and Nan Susan Ans.

Note: Juniors who successfully complete an Ans Fellowship in the spring semester and choose to develop the fellowship project into a Senior Capstone may apply for an additional $1000 grant for senior year in support of that activity.

Application Deadline for Spring 2010: October 1, 2009—to be turned in to the Office of the Provost and Dean of the College, Bunting Hall.

Application Guidelines

  1. A brief proposal (2-3 pages) describing a research project you would like to pursue in an area of Jewish-American studies (ranging from history, politics, and sociology to art, literature, and music, and beyond). You should briefly describe:
    1. why you are interested in your chosen topic
    2. a few questions you hope to answer
    3. what type of research you plan to conduct
  2. A proposed budget. Note: You are allowed to use the fellowship money to replace income you would otherwise earn from a part-time job during the semester. Other uses of the money might include books or travel expenses for research trips.
  3. The name of a faculty member who would help to guide your project. You should plan to meet with your mentor once every week or two. Your application must be signed by the proposed faculty supervisor.