Barbara Stewart Thomas and Jim Thomas Graduate Fellowship
Barbara and Jim Thomas established a graduate fellowship for individuals committed to the pursuit of “social justice for all.” This fellowship provides recipients with the freedom to explore their passion for social justice through advanced education in various fields, including arts, humanities and social sciences. Award: $1,600. Apply by: Jan. 12. Learn more via the Graduate School
TIAA Ruth Simms Hamilton Graduate Merit Fellowship
Attention: Doctoral
This fellowship supports MSU doctoral students conducting dissertation research related to the African Diaspora. The focus is on research exploring various aspects of communities descended from the historic movement of African peoples to other parts of the world, with connections back to Africa. Award: $35,000. Apply by: Jan. 18. Learn more via the Graduate School
Summer Research Development Fellowship
Attention: Doctoral Students
College of Education Summer Research Development Fellowships are intended to support very early-stage PhD students in developing their research skills and approaches. View slides from a recent SRDF information session via PDF. Award: $7,000. Apply by: Jan. 19. Learn more via the College of Education
P. Lea Martinez Endowed Scholarship Fund
This scholarship, named in honor of P. Lea Martinez, supports one graduate student conducting research on health issues among Latinos. Apply by: Feb. 2. Learn more via PDF
Julian Samora Endowed Scholarships
These scholarships, named in honor of Dr. Julian Samora, support two students (one graduate and one undergraduate) engaged in scholarly activities focused on Latino/as in Midwestern communities. Apply by: Feb. 2. Learn more via PDF
Carol and Michael LeMense Family Endowed Graduate Fellowship
The fellowship is open to graduate-level students who graduated from a U.S. public high school and demonstrated academic excellence in their undergraduate studies. Preference is given to those pursuing a degree in Education, particularly those currently teaching S.T.E.M. subjects (classroom teachers returning for a Master’s or Ph.D.). Award: $3,000. Apply by: Feb. 2. Learn more via the Graduate School