Class of 1960 Scholars Program
Supports Williams College academic units in creating programming that brings undergraduates into close contact with distinguished visiting scholars and artists for advanced, discipline-centered learning.
Funder: Williams College : Faculty at Williams
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (proposal submission, projected) | December 2026 (department/program budget submission, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies by year and proposal scope; funding is for one academic year (2026–27) and does not carry over.
Summary: Supports Williams College academic units in creating discipline-centered programming that brings undergraduates into close contact with distinguished visiting scholars and artists.
Key Information: Internal competition; proposals and budgets due in December; funding notifications in spring; funds used July 2026–June 2027.
Description
The Class of 1960 Scholars Program is an internal Williams College grant designed to enrich undergraduate education by supporting programming that brings distinguished visiting scholars and artists to campus. The program fosters advanced intellectual exchange through non-credit seminars and small-group interactions, directly engaging students with leaders in their academic fields. Academic units are encouraged to propose discipline-centered activities that deepen students’ academic experience, inspire potential academic careers, and provide meaningful, high-impact learning opportunities. Proposals should emphasize sustained student engagement rather than large-scale or public events.
