The Black American Studies Program announces the Summer Scholars Program in support of the Paul R. Jones Educational Initiative. The Paul R. Jones Initiative supports the Paul R. Jones Collection of African American Art through educational programs, exhibitions, leadership training, and scholarly research. The Summer Scholars Program will consist of faculty-student teams conducting research, in various fields, related to the Paul R. Jones Collection. Our aim is to enhance the utilization of the Collection for scholarship and training.

The Collection comprises art created by African Americans and spans over forty years of collecting by Paul R. Jones. Gifted to the University of Delaware in 2001, the Collection is a vital educational resource. With the integration of the Collection into the university curriculum, an appreciation of African American artistic creativity and understanding of the African American experience is gained.
The Summer Scholar Program is a four-week program, from June 9 to July 3, 2008. The four weeks includes orientation, research, and weekly field trips to area cultural institutions. At the end of the term, the students make a formal PowerPoint presentation of their projects at a colloquium. The student's expenses will be covered (travel, housing, meals). The student will also receive a weekly stipend.

To apply for the Summer Scholars Program, please send an application packet: application form, letter of nomination (from two faculty members), personal statement of interest (maximum 2 pages), and a resume. The personal statement of interest should include a description of your strengthens; career goals—where do you see yourself in ten years; if you are interested in attending University of Delaware for graduate school; and how this summer program will assist you in reaching your goals.

Applications must be received by February 1, 2008.

Notification of acceptance will be sent out March 1, 2008.

Please mail to:
University of Delaware
Black American Studies
Attn: Summer Scholars Program
417 Ewing Hall
Newark, DE 19716

Download the Summer Scholars Application Form (MS Word format)

Deadline for applications: February 1, 2008