CSA Adele Filene Student Presenter Grant
The CSA Adele Filene Student Presenter Grant funds student members to present original costume and dress research at the CSA National Symposium.
Funder: Costume Society of America
Due Dates: October 15, 2026 (Abstract/Application Deadline for 2027 Symposium) | January 15, 2027 (Adele Filene Award Application Deadline)
Funding Amounts: Two awards annually; each covers registration fee plus up to $800 travel stipend for the CSA National Symposium.
Summary: Supports student CSA members presenting research at the National Symposium with registration and travel funding.
Key Information: Applicants must have an accepted abstract for the CSA National Symposium and be current student members.
Description
The CSA Adele Filene Student Presenter Grant is designed to support student members of the Costume Society of America (CSA) who have been selected to present oral research papers or research exhibits at the CSA National Symposium. Established in honor of Adele Filene, a founding member and influential figure in costume studies, the grant offers financial assistance to encourage student participation in the symposium and foster the development of emerging scholars in the field of costume and dress studies.
