Annual Norwegian Lectureship
The Annual Norwegian Lectureship by the American-Scandinavian Foundation supports U.S. institutions in hosting a Norwegian scholar for a semester focused on contemporary Scandinavian topics.
Funder: American-Scandinavian Foundation
Due Dates: January 1, 2027 (Full application submission deadline for Annual Norwegian Lectureship)
Funding Amounts: $20,000 teaching/research stipend plus $5,000 travel stipend for one semester appointment
Summary: Supports U.S. colleges and universities to host a Norwegian scholar for a semester focused on contemporary Scandinavian topics.
Description
The Annual Norwegian Lectureship enables U.S. colleges and universities to host a Norwegian scholar or expert for one semester. The program, administered by the American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF), emphasizes contemporary topics such as Public Policy, Conflict Resolution, Environmental Studies, the Arctic, Multiculturalism, or Healthcare. The selected lecturer engages in teaching (one course at undergraduate or graduate level) and public activities, fostering academic exchange and expanding Scandinavian perspectives within diverse academic departments. The lectureship is designed to encourage cross-disciplinary collaboration and broaden understanding of contemporary issues in Scandinavia.
