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Latest News For Student From the Center
- Fulbright US–ASEAN Visiting Scholar ProgramApplication Deadline: December 2, 2024 The Fulbright US–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program supports university faculty, government officials, and professionals in the private sector, NGOs, and think tanks from ASEAN countries to conduct research in the United States. Scholars will engage in research that contributes to understanding the US–ASEAN relationship, with projects ideally focusing on regional issues… Read more: Fulbright US–ASEAN Visiting Scholar Program
- PhD Candidate Opportunity in Language and Society in Southeast Asia at KITLV / KNAWLocation: Leiden, NetherlandsHours: 38 per weekApplication Deadline: December 1, 2024 (11:59 pm CEST) The Royal Netherlands Institute of Southeast Asian and Caribbean Studies (KITLV), affiliated with KNAW in Leiden, invites applications for a PhD candidate in Language and Society in Southeast Asia. This role offers an opportunity for those interested in examining language’s role in… Read more: PhD Candidate Opportunity in Language and Society in Southeast Asia at KITLV / KNAW
- Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American ArtApplication Deadline: October 30, 2024, 9:00 PM EDT The American Council of Learned Societies (ACLS) invites applications for the Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art. This program supports PhD candidates researching the history of U.S. art and visual culture, including Native American art. ACLS encourages applications from diverse perspectives and institutions to enrich humanistic scholarship… Read more: Luce/ACLS Dissertation Fellowships in American Art
- Center for Khmer Studies: US Scholar Research FellowshipsApplication Deadline: November 30, 2024, at 11:59 PM EST The Center for Khmer Studies (CKS) invites applications for its US Scholar Research Fellowships. These fellowships support research in Cambodia or the broader Southeast Asia region, focusing on Cambodia within a regional context. Open to scholars across all disciplines in the social sciences and humanities, the… Read more: Center for Khmer Studies: US Scholar Research Fellowships
- Graduate Assistant Opportunity (APME Project Coordinator) – University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa
Closing Date: November 29, 2024 Description The Center for Southeast Asian Studies at the University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa is seeking a Graduate Assistant to coordinate the Asia Pacific Museum Exchange (APME) project. This is a part-time, temporary, 11-month position, with an anticipated start date of January 2025. The position involves managing project timelines, organizing… Read more: Graduate Assistant Opportunity (APME Project Coordinator) – University of Hawai‘i at Mānoa - English Language Specialist ProgramDeadline: December 31, 2024 Purpose Engages top-tier TESOL professionals in high-level projects abroad or virtually, supporting U.S. Embassy programs and public diplomacy efforts. Project Scope: Specialists work on projects such as curriculum development, ESP program implementation, and leading teacher training workshops. Projects range from two weeks to three months and can be either in-country or… Read more: English Language Specialist Program
- Princeton in Asia (PiA) Fellowship ProgramDeadline: November 1, 2024, by 11:59 PM EDT. PiA offers immersive, paid fellowships for recent graduates to work in Asia, aiming to foster mutual appreciation and cross-cultural understanding between the U.S. and Asia. Fellows are placed in a variety of sectors such as education, public health, economic development, STEM, and more. Eligibility: Compensation and Benefits… Read more: Princeton in Asia (PiA) Fellowship Program
- Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) ProgramDeadline: November 19, 2024, at 8:00 PM U.S. Eastern Time Purpose Provides U.S. students with immersive opportunities to study critical languages abroad, as well as beginner-level virtual instruction (through CLS Spark) for select languages. The program is part of a U.S. government effort to increase the number of Americans proficient in key foreign languages. Program… Read more: Critical Language Scholarship (CLS) Program
- Blakemore Freeman FellowshipsDeadline: December 30, 2024 Purpose Supports U.S. citizens and permanent residents pursuing advanced-level language study in East or Southeast Asia. Eligible languages include Chinese, Japanese, Korean, Indonesian, Khmer, Thai, and Vietnamese. Funding Covers tuition, living costs, travel, and educational expenses for one academic year of intensive full-time study. Eligibility: Applicants must: Application Deadline December 30,… Read more: Blakemore Freeman Fellowships
- AMINEF Fulbright Master/Doctoral(PhD) Degree ScholarshipDeadline: February 15 Fulbright Master’s Degree Scholarship Purpose Provides Indonesian citizens the opportunity to pursue a master’s degree in the U.S. (1-2 years), in fields other than patient-care or clinical medicine. Funding Covers tuition, living expenses, airfare, and health insurance. Dependents are not supported. Eligibility Application Deadline February 15 For more details, including application requirements… Read more: AMINEF Fulbright Master/Doctoral(PhD) Degree Scholarship
- 2024-2025 AIFIS-Luce Research Fellowships for Indonesian Scholars to the U.S.Deadline: December 10, 2023 Purpose Supports Indonesian graduate students, researchers, and academics to conduct research in the U.S. with a focus on fostering collaboration between Indonesian and American scholars. Funding Provides a grant of $7,000 to each of the 10 selected scholars to cover research and travel expenses. Eligibility Applicants must be Indonesian citizens with… Read more: 2024-2025 AIFIS-Luce Research Fellowships for Indonesian Scholars to the U.S.
- 2024-2025 AIFIS-CAORC Research Fellowship for U.S. Scholars to IndonesiaDeadline: December 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM ET. Purpose To support U.S. graduate and post-graduate researchers conducting field research in Indonesia on any topic related to Indonesian studies, with an emphasis on collaboration with Indonesian counterparts and open-source content creation. Funding Each recipient receives a grant of up to $6,000 to cover travel, accommodation, and… Read more: 2024-2025 AIFIS-CAORC Research Fellowship for U.S. Scholars to Indonesia
- AAUW 2024-2025 Fellowships & Grants – Applications Now Open
The American Association of University Women (AAUW) is now accepting applications for its 2024-2025 Fellowships and Grants. These programs provide financial support for women in various stages of their education, career development, and community work. AAUW’s goal is to advance gender equity by supporting women in their professional and academic pursuits. Application Deadline: November 15,… Read more: AAUW 2024-2025 Fellowships & Grants – Applications Now Open - Mellon/ACLS Dissertation Innovation Fellowship | October 30, 2024Fellowship Details Award: $42,000 base stipend for the fellowship year, plus up to $8,000 for project-related research, training, development, and travel costs. The award also provides a separate $2,000 stipend for external mentorship. For More Detail: https://www.acls.org/competitions/mellon-acls-dissertation-innovation-fellowship/
- Why Apply for a FLAS Scholarship? Hear from Our 2024-2025 FLAS Awardees!
Are you interested in learning Southeast Asian languages and exploring the region’s rich cultural heritage? Or are you passionate about deepening your understanding of Southeast Asian studies? The FLAS (Foreign Language and Area Studies) could be the perfect opportunity for you! Check out what some of our current awardee have to say about how FLAS… Read more: Why Apply for a FLAS Scholarship? Hear from Our 2024-2025 FLAS Awardees! - FLAS Fellowships Available for All Year 2025-2026! | January 31, 2025
Application Close Date: Friday, January 31, 2025 The Center for Southeast Asian Studies is pleased to announce that applications are now beingaccepted for AY 2025-2026 and summer 2025 Foreign Language & Area Studies (FLAS) Fellowships for the study of Southeast Asia and one of the following languages: Tagalog (Filipino), Cambodian (Khmer), Indonesian, Thai, and Vietnamese. The fellowship is open… Read more: FLAS Fellowships Available for All Year 2025-2026! | January 31, 2025 - CAORC-NEH Research Fellowship Opportunity | January 15, 2025 ETApplication Deadline: January 15, 2025 at 5:00pm ET The Council of America Overseas Research Centers (CAORC) – National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Research Fellowship offers a valuable opportunity for scholars to conduct advanced research in the humanities while residing in one of the Overseas Research Centers. The fellowship provides funding for research conducted in one… Read more: CAORC-NEH Research Fellowship Opportunity | January 15, 2025 ET
- Luce Scholars Program 2025-2026 | Deadline: October 30, 2024Overview Luce Scholars Program Overview: Eligibility: Application Process (Deadline: October 1, 2024): Selection Process: Selection Criteria: Timeline: For More Detail: https://lucescholars.org/selection/
- Wenner-Gren Dissertation Fieldwork Grant | Deadline: OngoingFellowship Overview Purpose: Award: Eligibility: Application Deadlines: Evaluation Criteria: Application Components: Compliance: Additional Information: For More Detail: https://wennergren.org/program/dissertation-fieldwork-grant/
- Getty Scholars Program | Deadline: October 1, 2024, at 5:00 PM (PDT)Fellowship Overview Program Overview: History: Grant Categories: Special Focus: Residency: 2025-2026 Theme: Repair: Eligibility: Application Timeline: Application Process: Review Criteria: Related Programs: Additional Information: AAAHI Grants: Scholars focusing on African American art can apply for special grants that align with the annual theme. No reference letters required for Scholar Grant applications. For More Detail: https://www.getty.edu/projects/getty-scholars-program/