Bliss Symposium Awards
The Bliss Symposium Awards from Dumbarton Oaks support students to participate in symposia focused on Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies, encouraging research engagement and scholarly exchange.
Funder: Dumbarton Oaks Research Library and Collection
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (Pre-Columbian Studies) | March 2027 (Byzantine Studies) | March 2027 (Garden and Landscape Studies)
Funding Amounts: Up to $1,000 (domestic) or $1,500 (international) reimbursement for travel and accommodation per awardee; symposium registration fee waived.
Summary: Supports graduate and advanced undergraduate students to attend and participate in Dumbarton Oaks symposia in Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies.
Description
The Bliss Symposium Awards are designed to foster student engagement in Dumbarton Oaks’ annual symposia, which focus on Byzantine, Pre-Columbian, and Garden and Landscape Studies. These awards enable graduate and advanced undergraduate students to participate in the symposia, assist with conference logistics, and contribute a reflective feature on topics related to the scholarship presented. The program aims to promote intellectual exchange, professional growth, and deeper involvement in these specialized academic fields.
