The New York Classical Club Announces
 
THE PRESIDENTŐS GRANT
2008-2009


The PresidentŐs Grant is a new award program for those interested in promoting Latin, Greek, and classical Mediterranean civilizations in general.  Awards are available for students, teachers, and administrators at all academic levels.  We also invite applications from other members who, although they may not teach, are otherwise involved in the promotion of Greek and Roman Classics in some way.  Grants will be given for a wide variety of purposes as long as the applicant demonstrates that the money will be used to promote the field of Greek and Roman Classics.  The Club envisions applications for professional development, purchase of classroom materials, the promotion of class trips or any other activity associated with classes in Greek and Roman languages and civilizations.  Also welcome are applications for starting or developing Classics clubs, travel to regional conferences, or the staging of an ancient play for a wider audience.  These activities are simply suggestions.  All proposals are welcome.  Grants of all sizes will be considered.       

Applicants must be members of the New York Classical Club at the time of applying and for the 12 months during the funded period.  To apply, please fill out the brief application form and list two people who may serve as references (no letters need be sent) along with a proposal (between 500 and 1000 words) and a brief, itemized budget.  Proposals should state clearly how the money will be used, your professional/educational affiliation, and what you hope to achieve with this award.  Click here to download a *doc file of the application or by contact Lawrence Kowerski (lkowersk@hunter.cuny.edu). All completed applications should be submitted electronically to Lawrence Kowerski (lkowersk@hunter.cuny.edu).

Applications will be reviewed by a committee on a rolling basis while funds last.  Applicants should be notified of the status of an application within one month of the receipt of their materials. Awards will either be given in advance or as reimbursements, depending on the nature of the proposal.  Successful applicants will need to file a brief report to the club that details the outcome of their project.