Douglas Astolfi Undergraduate Research Grant

The Douglas Astolfi Undergraduate Research Grant provides $750 to an undergraduate student for the purpose of completing a major historical research project.  The award committee will consider applications that involve archival research and address a serious scholarly question or issue related to the relevant historiography.  Applications should include the following materials and be emailed to [email protected].  Please include “Astolfi Award Application” in the email subject line.

1. 1-2 page CV or Resumé
2. 1-2 page cover letter explaining the research project, how the grant will support the completion of their project, and students’ academic/professional goals
3. Research budget including travel costs, lodging, transportation to the archive(s), and any archival registration costs
4. Identification of which archive(s) and records/papers the student is seeking to research
5. Selected bibliography of relevant historiographical sources related to the student’s topic
6. Letter of support from a faculty mentor/advisor

APPLICATIONS ARE DUE DECEMBER 1.  The winner will be announced at the annual FCH meeting following the application deadline.  For questions, please email Dr. Dan DuBois at [email protected]

NOTE: You may also fill out the online form, which will allow you to upload your materials.

CLICK HERE TO FILL OUT THE ONLINE FORM