Ruchman Fellows
The Ruchman Fellows program supports Williams College seniors in the humanities or social sciences conducting advanced, interdisciplinary research as preparation for graduate study and teaching careers.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027 (Departmental nomination) | April 2027 (Full application)
Funding Amounts: $2,000 stipend per fellow, for research support during one semester.
Summary: Supports Williams College seniors conducting independent or honors thesis research in the humanities or social sciences, with a focus on graduate study and teaching careers.
Description
The Ruchman Fellows program, administered by the Oakley Center at Williams College, offers a semester-long fellowship to support seniors undertaking advanced research in the humanities or social sciences. The fellowship is designed for students committed to pursuing graduate study and a teaching career, and is intended to foster research that is interdisciplinary or collaborative in nature. Each Ruchman Fellow is integrated into the Center’s intellectual community, participating in seminars, symposia, and social events, and benefits from a stimulating research environment and administrative support.
