Visiting Fellows
Williams College Oakley Center Visiting Fellows program supports faculty from nearby institutions in conducting humanities or social sciences research within a collaborative, interdisciplinary residency.
Funder: Williams College
Due Dates (Anticipated): April 2027 (Resident Fellowship application deadline, applies to Visiting Fellows; projected)
Funding Amounts: No stipend or funding amount specified; fellowship provides office space and residency at the Oakley Center.
Summary: Supports faculty from neighboring institutions to conduct humanities or social sciences research as resident fellows at the Oakley Center.
Key Information: Nomination by the Dean of Faculty (or equivalent) at the applicant's institution is typically required.
Description
The Visiting Fellows program at the Oakley Center, Williams College, is designed to foster scholarly exchange and collaboration in the humanities and social sciences. It offers faculty from neighboring educational institutions the opportunity to engage in research while participating in the Center’s intellectual community. Visiting Fellows are provided with office space at the Oakley Center, are expected to be in residence for the duration of their fellowship, and participate in a weekly lunchtime forum where research is presented and discussed with other fellows. The program aims to create a supportive environment for research and interdisciplinary dialogue.
