SWARTHMORE COLLEGE STUDENT SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAM DIVISION OF THE SOCIAL SCIENCES RESEARCH GRANTS AND FELLOWSHIPS FOR 2007 Grants in support of student summer research projects in the Division of the Social Sciences are available from several sources described below. All continuing students are eligible to apply for summer research support; graduating seniors are not eligible. The criteria for the individual fellowships and grants are outlined for each fund. Students are encouraged to apply for all grants appropriate to their projects to increase the likelihood of success in obtaining funding in support of their work. However, a student may not receive more than the equivalent of one full stipend ($3,750) during a single summer from any combination of College sources. This includes scholarship awards and other Swarthmore College fellowship program for example, the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship program, Evans Scholars and the Summer Social Action Award (S2A2). Please keep in mind that research grants and fellowships are intended to relieve the student of the need to work during the summer, allowing the opportunity to engage in full time research. Therefore, a condition of the acceptance of any fellowship or research grant is the understanding that the student will not pursue other work on campus during the summer. Each student receiving a fellowship or grant in support of summer research is required to submit a report at the end of the summer about the research activities. A copy of the report should be submitted to the Office of the Provost and to the Faculty sponsor or recommender at the end of the research period or no later than September 7. All application forms should be obtained from and all materials should be submitted to Rose Maio, Administrative Coordinator for the Division, Kohlberg 232. Information and application can also be found at: http://www.swarthmore.edu/SocSci/ssgrants/ssindex.html. The Joel Dean Summer Research Grants and Eugene M. Lang Summer Initiative Grants Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science

(e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126)

These fellowships support Swarthmore students' participation in ten weeks of full-time summer research in the social sciences. Proposals from students working independently for the summer as well as faculty-student collaborative research proposals are eligible for support. All proposals from students working independently must be supported by a letter of recommendation from a member of the Faculty. Priority is given to research-oriented proposals; projects involving course development are not supported. Internships and other student-initiated projects are sometimes awarded less than the maximum amount. Proposals submitted by juniors are given priority, but sophomores are encouraged to apply. Priority will also be given to students whose projects clearly reflect prior academic work in the area and the potential for thesis or project work in their senior year and to students who have not received any other Swarthmore funding for research-related activities.

The William L. Huganir Summer Research Stipend on Population Issues Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science (e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126) The William L. Huganir Summer Research Stipend is awarded each spring by the chairs of the Social Science Division based on the academic interests of a student or students who wish to pursue summer research on global population issues. The Sam Hayes III Research Grant Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Steve Golub, Economics (e-mail – sgolub1 or call x8103) The grant enables research during the summer of a student who wants to pursue in greater depth some topic in business economics -- liberally defined -- on which work was initiated during the year (in a class paper, for example). Any student, regardless of major, may apply. The research may be done at Swarthmore or in some appropriate context elsewhere. Students will apply by submitting a proposal and supporting material. The grant, created through the generosity of the Swarthmore Alumni in Finance, honors an alumnus, member of the Board of Managers and eminent teacher at the Harvard School of Business. The Somayyah Siddiqi Fellowship Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Steve O’Connell, Economics

(e-mail – soconne1 or call x8107)

This fellowship was established in honor of Somayyah Siddiqi with the goal of encouraging students to understand the economics issues surrounding the advancement of women in the Muslim world, an area which interested Somayyah. It will support a student conducting research in the field of economics in the Muslim world with a focus on the welfare of women. This fellowship is awarded by the Department of Economics. Pasahow Family Student Research Grant in Political Science Maximum Award: $3750 Number of Awards: 1 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Richard Valelly, Political Science (email - rvalell1 or call x8099) This fund was established by the Pasahow Family in support of a student engaged in full-time summer research in the area of political science. The award is administered by the Department of Political Science. 2

The James H. Scheuer Summer Internship in Environmental Studies Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Hans Oberdiek, Philosophy (e-mail – hoberdi1 or call x8424) The Scheuer internship provides one student with a summer stipend for an independent researchoriented project in the field of Environmental Studies. Submit a 1-2 page proposal containing a description of the project, a statement of your qualifications, and a list of anticipated expenses. For additional info please check: http://www.swarthmore.edu/es/Scheuer.html Julia and Frank Lyman Student Summer Research Fellowship Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Lee Smithey, Peace and Conflict Studies Program (e-mail - lsmithe1 or call x2064) This fellowship was established to support a student engaged in independent research in the field of peace and conflict studies. A proposal for support of an internship opportunity may also be considered. Joanna Rudge Long ’56 Award in Conflict Resolution Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Lee Smithey, Peace and Conflict Studies Program(e-mail - lsmithe1 or call x2064) The Joanna Rudge Long'56 award is given to an undergraduate of Swarthmore College for a summer research project or summer internship "relating to the acquisition of skills in peaceful conflict resolution by elementary school age or younger children." Research projects may be designed and implemented by students or may be conducted in collaboration with faculty members of Swarthmore College or from other (academic or research) institutions. Proposals may be for internships in established agencies or organizations which have programs, or are in the process of forming programs, specifically relating to the acquisition of skills in peaceful conflict resolution by elementary school age or younger children. Giles K. ‘72 and Barbara Guss Kemp Student Fellowship Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science (e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126) Giles and Barbara Kemp established the Giles K. ’72 and Barbara Kemp Student Fellowship in 2005. The fund supports internships and research projects with a preference for students whose experiences will be abroad. The Chairs of the three divisions meet to consider the applications for this fellowship. They then make a recommendation for funding to the Provost. 3

Starfield Student Research Grant Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science

(e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126)

Barbara Starfield ’54 and Phoebe Starfield Leboy ’57 established the Starfield Student Research Endowment in 2004. This award supports student summer research fellowships in social justice with a preference for students pursuing research in the areas of health services delivery/health policy and social, demographic, and geographic equity. Dr. Starfield and Dr. Leboy established the fellowship to honor their parents, Martin and Eva Starfield, educators who instilled a love of learning and social justice in their daughters. The Chairs of the three divisions meet to consider the applications for this fellowship. They then make a recommendation for funding to the Provost. The Arthur S. Obermayer ’52 International Summer Internship Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science (e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126) The Arthur S. Obermayer ’52 International Summer Internship was established in 2005 and is intended to broaden and enrich the experience of a Swarthmore student. The grant shall be awarded with preference to a domestic student who is studying in a major that may not inherently offer an international opportunity. A student who has identified an opportunity for an internship, to conduct research, or to volunteer abroad can submit a proposal for support for travel and living expenses associated with the opportunity, up to a maximum of $3750. The application should include a description of the proposed project or activity including where it will be carried out and how it will contribute to the applicant’s program and enrich his/her Swarthmore experience. If the opportunity is in the form of an internship, a letter from the sponsoring agency or institution should be included with the application. The Chairs of the three divisions meet to consider the applications for this fellowship. They then make a recommendation for funding to the Provost. Anwural Quadir Summer Research Fellowship Maximum Award: $3750 Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science

(e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126)

The Anwural Quadir Summer Research Fellowship was established to enable a Swarthmore student to conduct research and/or explore and problem solve on issues related to Bangladesh and the student's major. Students in any division are eligible to apply for support. The Chairs of the three divisions meet to consider the applications for this fellowship. They then make a recommendation for funding to the Provost. 4

The J. Roland Pennock Fellowships in Public Affairs Maximum Award: As Funding Permits Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Carol Nackenoff, Political Science

(e-mail – cnacken1 or call x8126)

These Fellowships are awarded for a program of off-campus research in public affairs in which observation, interviews, or other forms of inquiry beyond the library play an important role. A student will receive college support for just one summer internship/research grant during their Swarthmore career. Funds are not provided for travel back to home as part of the Fellowship. The Fellowship will normally be held during the summer, though it may be held during a semester or both a summer and a semester. The recipient will submit a substantial analytical paper that is based on the research program funded by the Fellowship. Although the research program may grow out of work, including internships, done at Swarthmore, the purpose of the Fellowship is to support off-campus work of originality, intellectual merit, and if possible, some public consequence. All continuing Swarthmore students are eligible although preference will be given to juniors. The David G. Smith Internship in Health and Social Policy Maximum Award: As Funding Permits Deadline: February 26 Coordinator: Prof. Rob Hollister, Economics (e-mail –rhollis1 or call x8105) This award provides financial support to a student doing an internship in social policy, with priority for the field of health care. The Fellowship will normally be held during the summer, though it may be held during a semester or both a summer and a semester. A student will receive college support for just one summer internship/research grant during their Swarthmore career. The recipient will submit a substantial analytical paper that is based on the research program funded by the Fellowship. Criteria for selection include the student's past academic performance and the relationship of the internship to the applicant's academic program. The internship will be funded up to the maximum level available for domestic internship support offered by any other College program. Funds are not provided for travel back to home as part of the internship grant. All continuing Swarthmore students are eligible, although preference will be given to juniors.

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The Public Policy Concentration Internship Funding Maximum Award: $3500 for domestic internships $3750 for international internships Deadline: April 15 Coordinator: Prof. Rob Hollister, Economics (e-mail –rhollis1 or call x8105) The Public Policy Concentration will provide travel and living expense support for students working at an internship that fulfills the internship requirement for the Public Policy Concentration. Funds will not provided for travel back to home as part of the internship grant. A student will receive college support for just one summer internship/research grant during their Swarthmore career. Priority is given to students entering the senior class. Priority is also given to students whose internship is likely to lead to successful completion of the Public Policy thesis and the requirements of the Public Policy concentration or minor in honors. Students should first apply for other funds from the College; decisions about other fellowships and awards will be made before the Public Policy Concentration Internship Funding decisions are made. Students must be Public Policy Concentrators in order to qualify for public policy funding. Note: Public Policy applications should be obtained from and all material should be submitted to Cathy Wareham, Trotter 105 (cwareha1, x8088). N.B. Taxes are not withheld from any fellowship or grant award; nor does the College report the award to the IRS. However, the IRS considers the award income to the recipient. When filing your tax return, you should report the amount of the fellowship or grant award. Please consult a tax professional if you have questions or require assistance. Summer of Service Internships Grants are offered through the Lang Center for Civic and Social Responsibility. Please contact Debra Kardon-Brown ([email protected]) for additional information regarding these grants. Notification letters will be sent by March 30, 2007.

Updated as of 1/22/07

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