Instruction & Engagement Fellowship
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Instruction & Engagement Fellowship supports UCLA graduate students in primary-source teaching, outreach, events, and social media to advance the Clark Library’s mission and develop professional skills.
Funder: Center for 17th- and 18th-Century Studies
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Application deadline)
Funding Amounts: $36,500 plus standard tuition and fees for nine months, excluding supplemental tuition
Summary: Supports UCLA graduate students in primary-source teaching, library outreach, events, and social media at the Clark Library.
Key Information: Requires 20 hours per week on-site at the Clark Library; remote and hybrid participation are not offered.
Description
The Instruction & Engagement Fellowship is offered by UCLA’s Center for 17th- and 18th-Century Studies and the William Andrews Clark Memorial Library. This nine-month opportunity supports graduate students interested in incorporating primary sources into curriculum and library outreach, contributing to the library’s strategy and mission, and developing professional skills.
The fellow learns from the Instruction and Engagement Librarian and other library staff while helping prepare and conduct classes and group visits, leading tours, and supporting collection displays and library-initiated events. The role also includes creating social media content, identifying potential connections who could benefit from the Clark’s resources, assisting with website updates, and managing administrative tasks. It combines hands-on instructional work with engagement activities serving a wide range of visitors.
