2015 Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowship U.S. Department of Education

Presented By Shelley Hawthorne Smith: Assistant Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement, Georgia Ehlers: Director of the Office of Fellowships and Community Engagement, UA Fulbright-Hays DDRA Project Director Anna Valiante: Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program Officer 2

About the DDRA Fellowship The Fulbright-Hays Doctoral Dissertation Research Abroad Fellowship Program is designed to contribute to the development and improvement of the study of modern foreign languages and area studies in the United States by providing opportunities for scholars to conduct research abroad. 3

What are area studies? Comprehensive study of society or societies, including their geography, history, culture, economy, politics, international relations, and language. 4

Who is eligible? Eligible applicant = Institutions of Higher Education o The Arizona Board of Regents on behalf of the University of Arizona is the applicant o Graduate College administers the application and program o Georgia Ehlers - project director o o & FAX & FAX o University Services Bldg. Room 204E Eligible for a fellowship = graduate student 5

Eligibility for the graduate student: US citizen, national or permanent resident Graduate student in good standing Admitted to candidacy in eligible doctoral program by date of departure Sufficient language skills to carry out plan (advanced language skills are preferred) Not in default on student loans Planning on a teaching career in the U.S. 6

Timing Institutional project period = 18 months Research period = minimum 6 months to maximum 12 months (must be consecutive months) 7

FY 2014 Applicant Data World Area Number of Applicants by World Area Total Requested Funding by World Area Average Requested Funding by World Area Africa78 $2,799,540$35,892 Central/Eastern Europe and Eurasia49 $1,861,413$37,988 East Asia45 $1,739,209$38,649 Near East37 $1,544,702$41,749 South Asia53 $2,232,157$42,116 Southeast Asia28 $1,084,329$38,726 Western Hemisphere94 $3,264,326$34,727 Grand Total384 $14,525,676$37,827 8

FY 2014 Fellowship Data World Area Number of Awards by World Area Total Funding by World Area Average Fellowship Amount World Area and Gender Africa 27$823,237$30,490 F=19; M=8 Central/Eastern Europe and Eurasia 4$166,879$41,720F=1; M=3 East Asia 15$467,290$31,153F=9; M=6 Near East 3$152,854$50,951F=1; M=2 South Asia 10$398,249$39,825F=6; M=4 Southeast Asia 8$357,764$44,721F=3; M=5 Western Hemisphere 16$570,472$35,655 F=11; M=5 Grand Total 83$2,936,742$35,

Recent Competitions 2012 Total $4,000, awards $ Average - $39, applications 2013 Total $3,002, awards $ Average – $36, applications Estimated number of awards – 90

Absolute Priorities (2014) Research project focused on one or more of the following geographic areas: Africa, East Asia, Southeast Asia and the Pacific Islands, South Asia, the Near East, Central and Eastern Europe and Eurasia, and the Western Hemisphere (excluding the U.S. and its territories). No funding for work in US or its territories or projects that focus on W. Europe except limited archival research. 11

2014 Competitive Preference Priorities 78 Languages from the US Dept of Education List of Less Commonly Taught Languages. Advanced Language use in on of the 78 Languages in: economics, engineering, international development, global education, mathematics, political science, public health, science, or technology. 12

Restrictions & Preferences May hold only one Fulbright fellowship under Fulbright-Hays appropriations Split funding allowed, but not for same work US diplomatic representation required May not work in W. Europe except brief archival work Preference to veterans if applications are equivalent 13

Selection of Fellows Applicants screened & submitted by Grad College DoE Staff reviews for eligibility and budgets. 2 academic area specialists read and rank. Panels are based on geographic region, not discipline. Bi-national commissions & US diplomatic missions in country review for budget, political sensitivity, and feasibility after panel recommends. U.S. Secretary of Education recommends. J. Wm. Fulbright Foreign Scholarship Board reviews & approves. 14

Electronic Submission Visit – CFDA A & set up your account after announced. Complete & upload your application, cv, transcripts, & letters of affiliation. Referees submit electronically. Candidate must submit before the Graduate College can view application. Grad College submits to Sponsored Projects 3 days before due. Sponsored submits to Dept. of Education. ADA accommodations available 15

General Process Applications submitted in G5 First round notification to Grad College Director Awards offered (no later than Sept. 30, 2015) Grant Period is 18 months Commence & complete research in the 18 months Most Fellows depart 3-6 months after notification 6-12 months of research required Non-renewable; no-cost extensions unusual 16

Student Application Contents Completed F-H DDRA application form Start and end dates Abstract (120 words/complete at end) Detailed itinerary noting main points of travel Budget Loan default information Health exam name of person who conducted exam Curriculum Vita – be sure to discuss area studies & field research preparation and pertinent coursework. See examples. 10 pg. Narrative & 2 pg. Bibliography 3 References, including your advisor (electronic submission) 1 Language Reference for each pertinent language (electronic submission) All graduate & pertinent UG transcripts in 1 electronic, scanned upload (legible & with your name & the institution name on them) Letter(s) of Affiliation scanned & uploaded as one document – dated, signed & on affiliate letterhead (electronic) Human Subjects Plan (1-2 pp. ed to Project Director) 17

Important Elements Letters of Recommendation Letters of Affiliation Language Evaluation 18

Financial Provisions DDRA funds may include expenses such as: Health and accident insurance for the student fellow Books Technology directly related to proposed research, i.e., flash drives, scanners, etc. Travel within host country(ies) Affiliation fees Dependents* (married spouse and unmarried children under the age of 21) 19

Not Provided The DDRA Fellowship award does not provide funds for:  Research or related project activities conducted in the United States  Reimbursement for travel not approved by U.S. Department of Education  Any allowances for dependents not accompanying the fellow for the entire research period  Travel for dependents  Travel and expenses not directly related to the project  All expenditures due to changes in the itinerary and/or grant agreement  Passport, visas, photo, or other identifying documents for clearance  Physical examinations, immunizations, or other medical expenses  Tuition or other fees for study or projects conducted in the United States  Obligations not incurred within the grant period  Gifts, stipend, salary, or monetary honoraria for research subjects, research assistants, etc. 20

Reviewers Peer reviewers are world area specialists in foreign languages and area studies from higher education institutions, government agencies, and non-government organizations throughout the United States. Peer reviewers determine technical scores in accordance with the competitive preference priorities, quality of the proposed project, and the qualifications of the applicant. They will not necessarily be specialists in your discipline. 21

Technical Review Criteria Quality of Proposed Project (Max. 60 points) Qualifications of Applicants (Max. 40 points) SUBTOTAL: 100 Points maximum Competitive Priority 1: Geographic Region(3 points) Competitive Priority 2: Language(2 points) Competitive Priority 3: Field(5 points) Invitational Priority: MSI(0 points) SUBTOTAL:10 points GRAND TOTAL:110 points maximum 22

Follow Application Format 10 page narrative and 2 page bibliography (disqualified if over 10 pages!) 1 inch margins (do not squeeze margins!) Double space text Single space text in charts, tables, figures, graphs, footnotes and endnotes 12 pt. font (except in charts) Times New Roman, Courier, Courier New, or Arial only 23

Make the Most of the Experience Stay the maximum time possible. Attend Fulbright Orientation. Think about return timing (Do you need to get back for an assistantship?) Schedule other grants to extend your stay and maximize awards. Participate fully in the culture and share your work with the country. 24

Why Bother? Professionalization! This will prepare you to submit other grants. You will polish your topic and finalize details. Why not you? 25