Beth N. Rom-Rymer Dissertation Research Awards for Native Psychology Students
This award funds dissertation research by SIP-member Native psychology graduate students, supporting original research and professional growth, with recipients presenting at the annual SIP Convention.
Funder: American Psychological Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): February 2027 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: 2 awards of $2,500 each; funding supports 12 months of dissertation research.
Summary: Supports dissertation research for Native psychology graduate students who are SIP members, fostering scholarship and professional growth.
Key Information: Applicants must be SIP members and current psychology graduate students at the dissertation stage.
Description
The Beth N. Rom-Rymer Dissertation Research Award for Native Psychology Students is designed to support dissertation research for psychology graduate students who are members of the Society of Indian Psychologists (SIP). The award encourages research on any topic within psychology and aims to foster scholarship and professional development among Native psychology students. Recipients are expected to present their research at the annual SIP Convention. Preference is given to those who have successfully proposed their dissertation and are ready to begin data collection.
