Weir Fellowship

Through the leadership and generosity of Elizabeth Weir, ARC is proud to offer an annual action research fellowship. Weir Fellows work on projects that have been thoughtfully developed using action research strategies. This means the researcher and the community co-investigate, co-create, and co-implement ideas to improve their shared quality of life.

Fellowship Expectations

The Fellow will successfully implement an action research project as outlined in the application
The Fellow must submit an operational guide at the end of the semester to encourage sustainability
ARC will meet regularly with the Fellow to provide guidance and support
ARC and the Fellow will make a presentation about the project that is open to the campus and the community

Fellowship Guidelines

The project must be completed in either the spring semester or May Term
One fellowship will be granted each year
The Weir Fellowship is valued at up to $1000
The Fellow may use the funds as a stipend or for project expenses

Eligibility

All IWU students who will be registered students in spring are eligible
Students may apply individually or in a small group
Prior recipients of the fellowship are not eligible to apply again
International students and graduating seniors are eligible to apply

Please contact Deborah Halperin (dhalperi@iwu.edu) with any questions or for assistance with your application.

Applications must be submitted using this google form.

Timeline

Oct 14, 2024: Open for applications
Oct 24, 2024 2-3pm: Drop-In hours with Deborah to answer questions via zoom
Nov 15, 2024: Application due by noon
Dec 3, 2024: All applicants notified of status of application

Fellowship will be selected by a panel of IWU faculty and staff and based upon the following criteria: