Midwest Modern Language Association Fellowship
Midwest Modern Language Association Fellowship supports MMLA scholars in literary and cultural criticism through intensive research in Newberry Library collections to advance collection-based projects.
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Funder: Newberry Library
Due Dates: December 4, 2026 (Application) | December 14, 2026 (Recommendation letters)
Funding Amounts: $3,000 for one month (four weeks) of research in residence
Summary: Supports MMLA members researching literary and cultural criticism through intensive use of Newberry Library collections.
Key Information: Applicants must be MMLA members and hold a PhD or equivalent terminal degree, or have ABD status.
Description
The Midwest Modern Language Association Fellowship supports scholars working on projects in literary and cultural criticism that require investigation of specific items in the Newberry Library’s collections. Offered through the Newberry’s Short-Term Fellowship program, it provides a month of intensive research in Chicago and participation in the library’s scholarly community.
The Newberry’s collections include millions of sources documenting personal stories and historical moments, with extensive archival and rare book holdings. While the broader Short-Term Fellowship program accepts collection-based projects in any field, this award focuses specifically on literary and cultural criticism by members of the Midwest Modern Language Association (MMLA). Applicants indicate their interest within the Short-Term Fellowship application, and the Newberry confirms membership with the association.
