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Call for Applications: University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Program
The University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars (UMAPS) Program is a prestigious, fully-funded scholarship opportunity based in the USA. This program invites early-career academics from Africa to engage in a 5-month research residency at the University of Michigan. The initiative aims to bolster the development and excellence of African universities by strengthening their faculty members and enabling them to lead their own research agendas while participating in global academic networks.
Program Overview:
The UMAPS Program supports University of Michigan’s commitment to international research and teaching collaborations across various fields, including engineering, literature, and economics. It is designed to facilitate educational growth for the next generation of African scholars by connecting them with global academic networks. Scholars will be assigned a faculty partner and gain full access to the University of Michigan’s resources to support their research projects, publications, grant proposals, and other academic endeavors.
Benefits of the UMAPS Program:
- Research Residency: 5 months at the University of Michigan to collaborate with a university faculty member.
- Accommodation: Free housing including a private room and bath in a suite setting.
- Travel Costs: Round-trip airfare from your home country to Michigan.
- Stipend: A modest stipend to cover living expenses.
- Research Allowance: Funds for research and field studies.
- Medical Insurance: Coverage during the residency.
- Office Space: Dedicated office and laboratory space for your research projects.
- Presentation Opportunity: Chance to present your research to the University of Michigan community.
Fields of Focus:
- African Heritage and Humanities Initiative (AHHI): Funding for arts, humanities, and social science research focusing on African cultures and histories.
- African Social Research Initiative (ASRI): Supports research on gender, health, development, poverty, and governance.
- STEM-Africa: Advances scientific research in Africa to address global issues.
Eligibility Criteria:
- Eligible Countries: Direct applications are accepted from faculty members in Botswana, Ethiopia, Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Mozambique, Nigeria, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, and Zambia. Faculty members from other African countries must be nominated by a University of Michigan faculty member.
- Career Stage: Applicants should be early-career faculty members with up to 10 years of experience in higher education.
- Current Position: Must be currently teaching at a college or university in Africa.
- Recommendation: A letter of endorsement from the Dean, Head of Department, or Vice Chancellor of the applicant’s home institution is required.
- Residency Requirement: Must be available for a 5-month residency period.
- Previous Fellowships: Individuals who have previously participated in UMAPS are not eligible to apply.
How to Apply:
- Create an Account: Register on the UMAPS Application Portal using your email, name, and a password.
- Complete the Application: Enter personal and contact details, project information (including title, discipline, and research abstract), and upload required documents.
- Review and Submit: Carefully review your application as changes cannot be made post-submission.
- Confirmation: You will receive a confirmation email once your application is submitted.
Required Documents:
- Research proposal (up to 5 pages, PDF format).
- CV/Resume (PDF format).
- Endorsement letter from your home university.
Application Deadline:
- October 15, 2024
Apply now to take advantage of this outstanding opportunity to advance your academic career and contribute to the global academic community.