Notification of awards will be made in April, 1997. Tenure of awards begins in June or September, 1997. To encourage original and significant research about women on such topics as the evolution of women's role in society, women in history, the psychology of women, and women as seen in literature and arts. Please indicate if you wish. Students in doctoral programs who have completed all predissertation requirements in any field of study at graduate schools in the United States.
Forms are available from the address listed below.
Supporting docu ments consist of graduate school transcripts, letters of reference, a dissertation prospectus, a selected bibliography, a statement of interest in women's studies, and a timetable for completion of the dissertation. Winners will receive grants of S1,500 to be used for expenses connected with the dissertation . These may include, but are not limited to, travel, books, microfilming, taping, and computer services. Fifteen awards will be made with the support of the Philip Morris Companies Inc. and other donors. Awards will be made in mid February, 1997.