U-M African Presidential Scholars Program

U-M African Presidential Scholars Program (UMAPS)

2008 Inaugural UMAPS Cohort
Presidential Luncheon with Mary Sue Coleman

Annual Application Period: August 15-October 15

2014 Deadline: October 15, 2013

The University of Michigan African Presidential Scholars Program (UMAPS) is designed to enhance collaboration between early career faculty from Ghana, Liberia, South Africa and Uganda and students and faculty at the University of Michigan (U-M). It is also designed to support faculty development in Africa and capacity building for African home institutions. U-M provides support for the next generation of African scholars by bringing them to U-M for periods of four to six months, where they will have access to library and research materials that can assist them in working on a research project, academic degree, new course, grant proposal, or other relevant activity. While in residency, they will also be paired with a U-M faculty member for mentorship or collaboration on projects that will help them advance their careers. These activities allow the U-M to build and strengthen lasting scholarly relationships with visiting scholars and their home institutions.
Eligible scholars may apply to visit U-M for two months, a semester (four months) or for a half year (six months) beginning in September, 2014.
Printable Program Description
Frequently Asked Questions

UMAPS Application Form

Problems with the form? Email asc-contact@umich.edu for assistance.

Potential Areas of ResearchExploring research possibilities at U-M

Award Details

Eligibility Requirements

Selection Criteria

Guidance on the Research Proposal

Application Checklist and Submission Deadlines

ref:
http://www.ii.umich.edu/asc/initiatives/umafricanpresidentialscholarsprogramumaps