On the fiftieth anniversary of the Marshall Plan the Council established this fellowship program, which is conducted in cooperation with the German Marshall Fund of the United States and will cover the academic year 2000-2001. The German Marshall Fund is an independent grantmaking institution established in 1972 by a gift from the Federal Republic of Germany in appreciation of U.S. postwar economic recovery assistance. Purpose of Fellowships The Council for the United States and Italy offers grants for advanced research that seeks to improve the understanding of the international role of Italy, particularly in the field of U.S.-European relations. Applicants are expected to reside at an Italian institution, either a university or a public or private research center, in order to carry out their research. Applicants The Council seeks to assist established U.S. scholars.
Support is available only for U.S. citizens and permanent residents.
Usually the earlier research experience will have focused on international relations and institutions, but experts on Italian internal affairs may also apply. The program will not support preparation for any degree. Applications must be accompanied by a written acceptance from an appropriate Italian institute or center that will host the applicant under the support conditions stated below. Submissions will be reviewed by established scholars from various disciplines. An independent selection committee will make recommendations to the Council.