Program Description:

The Moody Exchange Scholars Program is designed to assist South Africa in cultivating its next generation of scholars by bringing them to the University of Michigan for periods of up to three months. At the University of Michigan, they have access to library and research materials that can assist them in the completion of their research or degrees. They also are paired with a University of Michigan faculty member with similar interests for the possibility of collaboration on projects that will help them advance their careers.

Award:

Moody Exchange Scholars will be provided with round-trip airfare from South Africa to Ann Arbor, Michigan and a stipend to cover living, housing, and research expenses during their tenure at the University of Michigan. Our office will assist scholars with locating affordable housing in the area. In addition, each scholar will be provided with office space and a computer. Each scholar will also have access to e-mail, and all University of Michigan libraries and facilities.

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a graduate student enrolled in a South African college or university, OR

• Must have recently completed the doctorate and be making progress toward the publication of research.

• Must have a genuine interest in using knowledge gained from research to help find solutions to problems facing South Africa.

 

Application Requirements:

• General Information form.

• Typed Essay.
Essay should include the following:
- Description of a clearly developed research project
- Explanation of how such research will contribute to South Africa’s development
- Explanation of how the University of Michigan can be an asset to your research
- Plans for publication or presentation (if any)

• Curriculum Vitae.

• Three letters of recommendation.

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General Information Form

Letter of Recommendation

 

Return completed application to the attention of Devon Adjei at the Center for Afroamerican and African Studies, 4700 Haven Hall, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1089.

Applications may be forwarded electronically to saio@umich.edu or faxed to 734/763-0543