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MSI Research Travel Grant

February 13, 2015

MSI Research Travel Grant

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THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT AUSTIN

Minority Serving Institutions (MSI)

Research Travel Grant


LLILAS Benson Latin American Studies and Collections at The University of Texas at Austin announces the availability of travel fellowships for faculty from community colleges and qualified Minority Serving Institutions (MSIs) across the U.S. to conduct research at the Nettie Lee Benson Latin American Collection, one of the premier libraries in the world focused on Latin America and Latino/a studies. In partnership with the Teresa Lozano Long Institute of Latin American Studies (LLILAS) the Benson Collection is a regular destination for visitors from throughout the world. Founded in 1926 and named, in 1975, to honor its director of three decades, the library excels in humanities and social sciences disciplines, in addition to an array of scientific and professional literature published in Latin America. The library’s holdings include nearly a million books, magazines, newspapers, journals, and other materials. This collection is complemented by a world-class archival collection containing manuscripts, art, maps, letters, and other one-of-a-kind materials. The collection is continually enriched by a vigorous acquisitions program and by a growing collection of original digital resources available online.
 
The travel fellowships are designed to deepen institutional linkages, further the research interests, and build the Latin American studies expertise of community college and MSI faculty, and enhance Latin American curricular content at participating institutions. Each fellowship will reimburse travel costs up to $3,000, which will cover up to two weeks’ stay in Austin, TX. Five fellowships are available for summer 2015; travel must take place before August 1, 2015. This program is generously funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Resource Center Program.  
 

 


Applications are due on or before 5:00pm CST on Wednesday, March 11, 2015.  Please submit applications by e-mail to Zhandra Andrade atz.andrade@austin.utexas.edu.  

Eligibility

  • PhD from an accredited institution
  • Current faculty appointment at a community college or qualifying MSI (link to list for guidance on qualifying institutions)
  • Research and teaching interest in Latin America

Application Process
Applicants must submit the following:

  • A completed application form (PDF)
  • A letter of interest addressed to the LLILAS Benson Associate Director for Public Programs, Javier Auyero, PhD. The letter should specify the following items:
    • Your topic of research
    • Your plan of activities and/or the materials that will be consulted
    • A description of how your research will tie into the classroom
    • The exact dates of your proposed visit in summer 2015
  • A current curriculum vitae (CV)
  • A photocopy of a valid, government-issued photo identification  (e.g. passport or driver's license)
 

 

Selection Process

A review committee comprised of LLILAS faculty and Benson librarians will evaluate applications and select five applications for summer 2015 awards. All applicants will be notified of the status of their applications by April 1, 2015 by e-mail.

Five fellowships are available for summer 2015; travel must take place before August 1, 2015. This program is generously funded by a grant from the U.S. Department of Education Title VI National Resource Center Program.
 


Funding & Reimbursement

  • Funds may ONLY be used for travel, lodging, and meals.
  • Funds may not be used for the purchase of equipment or materials of any kind.
  • No later than 10 days after an awardee’s return travel, awardees are required to submit the following to LLILAS Benson:
    • Original receipts
    • A travel reimbursement template listing a breakdown of all travel expenses
    • A 1-2 page research report in the form of a letter addressed to LLILAS Benson.
  • Reimbursements will be processed within 15 days of submission of receipts and report.

 

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