LINGUIST List 32.559
Sat Feb 13 2021
Summer Schools: Michigan Humanities Emerging Scholars Program - Linguistics / USA
Editor for this issue: Sarah Robinson <srobinsonlinguistlist.org>
Date: 12-Feb-2021
From: Acrisio Pires <pires
umich.edu>
Subject: Michigan Humanities Emerging Scholars Program - Linguistics / USA
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Coordinating Institution: University of Michigan
Website: https://rackham.umich.edu/rackham-life/diversity-equity-and-inclusion/michhers/
Dates: 06-Jun-2021 - 18-Jun-2021
Location: Ann Arbor, MI, USA
Focus: You will meet with faculty and PhD students to talk about research in linguistics, and will have the opportunity to work on your own research project under the guidance of U-M Linguistics faculty.
Minimum Education Level: No Minimum
Special Qualifications: We seek rising seniors, bachelor’s degree holders, and M.A. students, particularly those from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in graduate education who are planning to pursue a Ph.D. in Linguistics. Application open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents or non-U.S. citizens with DACA.
Description:
This all expenses paid program will bring talented undergraduate and MA students to Ann Arbor for a 2-week workshop to help you prepare to apply to a PhD in Linguistics, and to give you an overview of the opportunities and resources available for students at the University of Michigan, especially in Linguistics.
The program may be held entirely remotely for a second time this year, depending on public health guidance from the State of Michigan and the University of Michigan.
You will meet with faculty and PhD students to talk about research in linguistics, and will have the opportunity to work on your own research project under the guidance of U-M Linguistics faculty. The fellowship will also include a graduate application workshop and gatherings with faculty and current graduate students from Linguistics and other disciplines.
The application deadline is Monday, February 22, 2021. See link for application materials that you should submit, including statements and two letters of recommendation. Send this flyer right away to faculty you think could recommend you, so that they already know you are interested in applying.
Selected applicants will receive a $1,000 stipend for their participation in the program. If the program is held in person again this year (see link for details), then your round trip travel, lodging, and on-campus meals will also be paid by MICHHERS.
To apply, go to
www.rackham.umich.edu/michhers This summer program will take place from June 6 to June 18, 2021. We seek rising seniors, bachelor’s degree holders, and M.A. students, particularly those from backgrounds traditionally underrepresented in graduate education who are planning to pursue a Ph.D. in Linguistics. Application open to U.S. citizens, permanent residents or non-U.S. citizens with DACA.
If you would like more information about the Linguistics Department at the University of Michigan, go to:
https://lsa.umich.edu/linguistics Linguistic Field(s): Cognitive Science
Computational Linguistics
Discipline of Linguistics
General Linguistics
Historical Linguistics
Language Acquisition
Language Documentation
Linguistic Theories
Neurolinguistics
Phonetics
Phonology
Psycholinguistics
Semantics
Sociolinguistics
Syntax
Tuition: 0
Tuition Explanation: There are no tuition fees.
Financial Aid: Applications accepted until 22-Feb-2021
Selected applicants will receive a $1,000 stipend for their participation in the program. If the program is held in person again this year (see link for details), then your round trip travel, lodging, and on-campus meals will also be paid by MICHHERS.
Financial Aid Instructions:
There is no separation application for fellowship funds
Registration: 01-Feb-2021 to 22-Feb-2021
Contact Person: Acrisio Pires
Email: pires
umich.edu
Registration Instructions:
See MICHHERS program website
Page Updated: 13-Feb-2021