Faculty and Students from South Africa Southern African Scholars frequently express interest in coming to the University of Michigan to study, conduct research and collaborate with their counterparts in order to acquire the skills needed to play a leadership role in the Southern Africa. The Fund will provide supplemental support for travel and living expenses for a limited number of scholars each year to study at the University of Michigan for 2-4 months. The 1999 South African Moody Scholars are Dr. Tholene Sodi from the University of Venda and Dr. Lobelo David Mogorosi also from the University of Venda. The 1998 South African Moody Scholars were Mr. Nhlanhla Mkhize from the University of Natal and Ms. Pumla Gobodo-Madikizela of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission. University of Michigan Graduate Students UM students who seek opportunities of professional development and experiences in Southern Africa may apply for partial support for their travel and living expenses.
Cost sharing is required because funds are limited.
The 1998 University of Michigan Moody Scholars are working in various organizations in South Africa for May - August. This letter should be submitted at least 3 months prior to expected departure date. This scholarship program is named in honor of Charles D. Moody, the founding director of the South Africa Initiative Office. Support for this program is provided through funds from the Office of the Provost and from grants and contributions to the South Africa Initiative Office as well as the Charles D. and Christella D. Moody Fund. The Moodys have been tireless crusaders for social justice and equity for all people of African descent for many years.