The Harry Ransom Center, housed within the University of Texas at Austin, invites exceptional young postdoctoral and dissertation candidates to apply for their 2019-2020 Research Fellowships.

Ten dissertation fellowships and fifty postdoctoral fellowships will be awarded. Projects should be those that require significant on-site use of collections. These collections are related to all aspects of the humanities, including (but not limited to) cultural history, music, arts, literature, film, and photography.

Several fellowships will be awarded. One- to –three- month fellowships are available for postdoctoral or independent scholars. These scholars must require extensive use of the collections housed within the Ransom Center. Dissertation fellowships must also require use of the center’s resources, but for dissertation work. These fellowships are available in the amount of $2,000 per month, while those who are engaging in postdoctoral or independent scholarship may receive up to $3,500 per month.

In addition to these generous stipends, monies are also available for travel. Travel stipends are available for both postdoctoral and independent scholars. These projects should require less than a month of use of the collections, but these travel awards cannot be combined with other fellowships or awards. All fellows, regardless of the category, may receive an additional $500 stipend, paid in a single payment. These awards are for individuals who are citizens of countries other than the United States, and are intended to fund J-1 visa application expenses and international travel to Austin.

Fellowships are available to candidates of any nationality. Short fellowships and travel stipends are only open to candidates with Ph.D.s or substantial records of previous professional achievement. Applicants must have received their Ph.D.s by June 1, 2019 in order to be eligible.

Applications can be submitted on the Ransom Center’s online application system. All documents should be submitted as a single PDF. Candidates should submit a three-page proposal and two letters of recommendation. Proposals should be composed in English and include details about the proposed research project such as materials needed and how the project relates to the overall goals and mission of the Ransom Center. A brief curriculum vitae should also be submitted. All materials must be received by November 15, 2018 at 5 P.M.

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This year, the presidential centers of William J. Clinton, George H.W. Bush, George W. Bush, and Lyndon B. Johnson will come together to offer a high-intensity leadership training program. This program is designed for leaders from all across the public and private sectors, along with the non-profit and military areas, to come together to learn firsthand from four presidencies.

This program, known as the Presidential Leadership Scholars Program, draws upon the leadership expertise and different styles of past presidents. Because the presidential centers are diverse and include bipartisan representation, this opportunity is ideal for any future leader looking for an education in principled leadership.

In this program, scholars will develop lifelong networks and leadership skills, learning how to initiate change and solve the world’s toughest challenges. It is designed for high performing mid-career professionals who are interested in strengthen their leadership skills and bridging all kinds of geographic, societal, and professional boundaries.

The program stresses cooperation and collaboration, requiring participants to bring together their experiences and perspectives. The final outcome of this program is a Personal Leadership Project, designed to help each student achieve the goal of increasing “social good.”

The program includes several modules, each integrating different aspects of leadership. Students will also review presidential history and gain insight into top presidential leadership moments. The program features distinguished speakers, such as former presidential administration officials, skill-building workshops, and project development.

Accepted participants pay no fees, and engage in roughly 120 hours of on-site instruction. The program lasts for six months, running from February until July. All tuition, housing, meals, and travel in the host center’s city are paid for as a result of contributions from various donations, corporations, and foundations. In exchange, all participants are expected to engage in all program activities.

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High school graduates are encouraged to apply to the exceptional undergraduate programs offered at the University of Texas at Austin. Like many other Texas public universities, this college utilizes the ApplyTexas application, making it quick and easy to apply.

Students who have graduated, will soon graduate, or have received/will receive a GED are eligible to apply. These requirements apply to students who have not attempted a degree from another university. Students should submit an application fee of $75 or $90 (for international applicants), or a fee waiver They should also submit an essay, three short-answer prompts, high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, test scores, a resume, and optional additional documents.

High school transcripts should document all coursework undertaken during the student’s high school career. If ranking is not included, a statement from the guidance office at the high school should be include that delineates the school’s grading policy, a copy of the school profile, and a GPA or grade distribution report. Additionally, transcripts documenting any college credits earned while still in high school should be submitted.

Testing agencies should submit official score reports for SAT or ACT test exams. International students should also include TOEFL or IELTS scores to demonstrate English proficiency. Letters of recommendation should be written by someone who knows the applicant well. Letters should include testaments to the applicant’s character and personal accomplishment. Though not specifically required by the admission team, letters of recommendation are a great benefit to the application.

Essays should address topics such as: “What was the environment in which you were raised? Describe your family, home, neighborhood or community, and explain how it has shaped you as a person.” Short answer questions should discuss personal, professional, and academic interests, as well as career goals.

All materials must be submitted by November 1 for priority United States candidates, and December 1 for regular admission. All decisions are announced no later than March 1.

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