Class of 1960 Scholars Program
ForecastedInternal — Williams College only
Williams College’s Class of 1960 Scholars Program funds academic units to host distinguished visiting scholars for advanced undergraduate engagement and discipline-focused scholarly activities.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates (Anticipated): December 2026 (proposal deadline)
Funding Amounts: Award size varies by year and proposal; funds typically support small-scale, high-impact programming for the 2027–28 academic year.
Summary: Supports Williams College academic units in hosting distinguished visiting scholars for advanced undergraduate intellectual engagement.
Key Information: Only Williams College academic departments or programs are eligible; funding is for discipline-centered student engagement, not campus-wide events.
Description
The Class of 1960 Scholars Program at Williams College is an internal grant initiative established to foster close, discipline-centered engagement between advanced undergraduates and distinguished visiting scholars or artists. The program seeks to immerse students in the excitement of scholarly and creative work, inspire consideration of academic careers, and enrich formal studies through non-credit seminars and small-group interactions. Funding is awarded annually to academic departments or programs proposing high-impact activities that emphasize meaningful student interaction with visiting experts.
