Society Fellowships
Forecasted
Cornell University's Society Fellowships support year-long interdisciplinary humanities research on the theme of play, fostering scholarly collaboration and teaching in a residential setting.
Funder: Cornell University
Due Dates (Anticipated): September 2027: Full application deadline (projected) | September 2027: Letters of recommendation submission deadline (projected)
Funding Amounts: $68,000 stipend for one year; up to six fellows selected; residential appointment in Ithaca, NY.
Summary: Year-long residential fellowships for interdisciplinary humanities research on the theme of play, fostering scholarly dialogue and teaching at Cornell.
Key Information: All dates are projected; check the program page for updates.
Description
The Society Fellowships from the Society for the Humanities at Cornell University offer year-long residential appointments to faculty fellows conducting interdisciplinary research projects on the annual theme—2027-28 focuses on "PLAY." The program encourages critical engagement with the concept of play across humanities disciplines, such as anthropology, literature, history, performance studies, media studies, and more. Fellows participate in a vibrant scholarly community, engaging in weekly seminars, collaborative events, and teaching one seminar course related to the theme. The fellowship is designed to support research, foster intellectual exchange, and advance innovative approaches to the humanities.
