The Fellowship is named after the late Governor General, the Right Honourable Roland Michener and the late Paul S. Deacon, the former Foundation president and generous benefactor. Applicants should be mature journalists interested in studies or programs that benefit the community at large and at the same time enhance their competence. The Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2002 Michener-Deacon Fellowship. Entries must be received by Friday, February 22, 2002. Applicants are expected to submit written outlines for programs over four months.
Preference is given to proposals of direct Canadian interest.
Proposals for study abroad will be considered if necessary supplemental funding is provided. Applicants should specify academic records, other interests, work experience and include a sealed employer assessment of applicant potential. That should include a written authorization for leave and set out any additional means of support such as salary or travel assistance. University approval must accompany outlines of study-leave projects at a university. Fellowships have ranged widely from studies of threats to privacy from the new communications technology, biotechnology, abortion, and the future of public television news and information in the age of globalization.