Suzanne G. Cusick Professional Development Fund
The Suzanne G. Cusick Fund offers $500 grants to support professional development for low-income and independent scholars in music, sound studies, and musical performance.
Funder: American Musicological Society
Due Dates (Anticipated): March 2027
Funding Amounts: $500 per award; one-time grant; supports professional development expenses
Summary: Supports low-income and independent scholars in music, sound studies, and musical performance with small professional development grants.
Key Information: Recipients are selected by lottery among eligible applicants.
Description
The Suzanne G. Cusick Professional Development Fund provides $500 grants to support the professional development and career advancement of scholars in music, sound studies, and musical performance. The fund specifically targets low-income independent scholars, contingent faculty, and those whose employment outside academia does not provide access to professional development resources. Grants may be used for a wide range of career-building activities, including conference registration, technology purchases, research travel, educational courses, and related expenses.
