Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs
Center for Contemporary South Asia

Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia Winter Funding

Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia Winter Research & Travel Funds

Subject to university guidelines regarding spending and travel, the Saxena Center for Contemporary South Asia would like to offer winter research and travel awards of up to $3,000 to graduate and undergraduate students of Brown University. Students in any discipline whose research develops knowledge about South Asia may apply. Pending university guidelines funds may be used for  travel to visit archives or conduct fieldwork where possible, attend conferences virtually or in person, language training, unanticipated research expenses due to COVID-19, or other non-travel efforts to further one's research during these challenging times. It is highly recommended that students review current university travel policies as it may be necessary to submit your travel plans for university review in October or early November, even before the committee has reached a decision about awards. Please reach out to grace_cardogno@brown.edu with questions.

Award: Up to a $3,000 maximum, students may apply for smaller amounts. 
Eligibility: Undergraduate Students, Graduate Students and Doctoral Candidates (Brown University)
Deadline: Tuesday, October 3, 2023 at NOON
Application Requirements: Up to a one page project proposal including budget (a paragraph may be sufficient), unofficial transcript, and resume.
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