Brandeis University's David & Lola Swede P’89 Fellowship funds undergraduate research or creative projects focused on Judaism and the Jewish people.
Funder: Brandeis University
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Full application deadline for URCC Summer fellowship)
Funding Amounts: $5,000 stipend for 7–10 weeks of summer research or creative project
Summary: Supports Brandeis undergraduates in research or creative projects related to Judaism and the Jewish people.
The David & Lola Swede P’89 Research Fellowship for Jewish Studies, established in memory of Holocaust survivors David and Lola Swede, provides funding to Brandeis undergraduate students to pursue research or creative projects focused on Judaism and/or the Jewish people. The fellowship aims to inspire students to engage deeply with Jewish history, culture, and community, honoring the Swede family's legacy of remembrance, education, and Tikkun Olam. Awardees are expected to devote intensive effort to their project over the summer and participate in the Brandeis undergraduate research community.