Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship 2024 for African Students

The Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship 2024 for African Students is seeking applications from qualified individuals. The fellowship aims to promote scholarly research on cultural interactions between Africa and the Mediterranean world from 1250 to 1750 at the Harvard University Center.

The Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship is for post-doctoral scholars focused on African history. It’s open to experts in various fields like art history, archaeology, musicology, and more, who are interested in studying cultural interactions between Africa and the Mediterranean world from 1250 to 1750.

The Harvard University Center for Italian Renaissance Studies, also known as Villa I Tatti, was established in 1961 in Florence, Italy, by American art historian Bernard Berenson. It serves as a renowned research center focusing on the Italian Renaissance period. Villa I Tatti offers fellowship programs and hosts academic events, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue among scholars. With its extensive library and historic setting, the center continues to advance scholarship and understanding of the Italian Renaissance globally.

Fellowship Summary:

Fellowship Sponsor(s): Marlène and Paolo Fresco

Host Institution(s): Harvard University Center

Fellowship Worth: USD 5,200 Per Month

Number of Awards: Several

Study Level: PhD

Nationality: African Students

Requirements and eligibility criteria for Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship 2024 for African Students:

Must hold a Ph.D. and upload a copy of the certificate
Should not be pursuing a second Ph.D.
Fluent in English, Italian, or French
Strong background in African history and its global exchanges in the early modern world
Fellowship recipients will spend six months in Florence at ITatti with access to local and regional resources
Expected to conduct original research on the awarded topic

Application Procedure for Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship 2024 for African Students (How to apply);

Applications must be submitted online and can be in English or Italian.
Each scholar can apply for only one fellowship type at I Tatti per academic year.
Applicants need two scholars familiar with their work to submit recommendations online, in English, French, or Italian.
Applicants should register their referees early to ensure they have enough time to submit their letters of recommendation.
Referees will receive instructions via email on how to submit their letters electronically.
Applicants must inform their referees about the project and submission deadline.

Application Deadline: February 29, 2024.

For more information visit the official website

Marlène And Paolo Fresco Fellowship 2024 for African Students