American Sociological Association--Minority Fellowship Program

Minority Fellowship Program: for beginning or continuing graduate students
  in sociology departments. The purpose of the program is to contribute
  to the development of sociology by recruiting persons who will add 
  differing orientations and creativity to the field. Students must have
  academic and research interests, and commitment to the sociology of
  mental health. Furthermore, students who can approach research on issues 
  relating to minorities from an indigenous perspective will be selected
  for these awards. 

Eligibility: Applicants must be US citizens or permanent residents.
  The grant is for minority students interested in mental health issues.  
  Applicants must be persons who are Black/African American, Latino/Hispanic,
  American Indian, Alaskan Native, Asian-American, or Pacific Islanders.

Period: One year; however depending on the availability of funds, the
   fellowships are renewable up to three years.

Stipend: An annual stipend of $14,688 will be given.

Deadline: December 31 (annually)

Contact: ASA Minority Affairs Program
	 American Sociological Association   
         1307 New York Avenue NW
	 Suite, 700
         Washington DC 20005-4701
         Tel. (202) 833-3410
         Fax  (202) 785-0146
         E-mail: minorityaffairs@asanet.org
	 URL: http://www.asanet.org


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gigsGSAS@nyu.edu                                       [amersoci]