Preference will be given to persons who are in a position to best utilize their newly learned skills upon returning to their home communities. This includes school teachers, museum curators, local historians, leaders of cultural groups and foundations, librarians, community organizers and activists, and undergraduate and graduate students. Professionals in the field of disabilities also are urged to apply. Persons with disabilities, women, and members of minority groups are especially urged to apply. Indiana residents will be given preference, but residents of other states also may apply.
Academic credit is available, though optional.
Indiana University fees will apply. The Field School will begin on Saturday, June 9 and conclude on Sunday, July 1, 2001. Participants will be housed on the beautiful Indiana University campus and conduct fieldwork in Bloomington and the surrounding communities. Individuals without institutional assistance will be granted fee reductions according to need and available funds. The package includes lodging, most meals, instruction, equipment, and all course materials.