Constantine and George Macricostas Fellowship at the Gennadius Library – Orthodox Christian Studies Research
Forecasted
The Constantine and George Macricostas Fellowship supports advanced research on Orthodox Christian Studies at the Gennadius Library, focusing on the Church’s history and influence in Hellenism and neighboring cultures.
Funder: American School of Classical Studies at Athens
Due Dates (Anticipated): January 2027 (application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: $11,500 stipend + room and board in Loring Hall + waiver of School fees for the 2026–2027 academic year
Summary: Supports academic-year research on Orthodox Christian Studies at the Gennadius Library, focusing on the history and influence of the Orthodox Church in Hellenism and neighboring civilizations.
Description
This fellowship supports academic-year research at the Gennadius Library (Athens) for scholars studying the history, religious traditions, and cultural, political, or institutional impact of the Orthodox Church. The award leverages the Gennadius Library’s exceptional collections—rare books, manuscripts, and archives—enabling in-depth exploration of Hellenism and its interactions with neighboring civilizations from antiquity to the present. Fellows are expected to be in residence for the full academic year, engaging both with the Library’s resources and the academic community of the American School of Classical Studies at Athens (ASCSA).
