M. C. Lang Fellowship in Book History, Bibliography, and Humanities Teaching with Historical Sources
Rare Book School’s M. C. Lang Fellowship supports faculty and librarians in advancing their teaching and research skills in book history, bibliography, and the use of historical sources.
Funder: Rare Book School
Due Dates: December 6, 2026 (M. C. Lang Fellowship application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Covers full tuition for a Rare Book School course; additional expenses (e.g., travel, housing) are typically not included.
Summary: Fellowship supporting faculty and librarians at smaller U.S. institutions in teaching with historical textual artifacts.
Key Information: Applicants must be from U.S. liberal arts colleges or small universities; award applies to Rare Book School courses only.
Description
The fellowship is designed for teaching-focused professionals—specifically faculty and librarians—at U.S. liberal arts colleges and small universities. Its aim is to empower educators to interpret and convey the human presence in original textual artifacts and to inspire students through engagement with historical sources. Administered by Rare Book School, the program provides specialized training in book history, bibliography, and humanities teaching with historical materials.
