The Five College Women’s Studies Research Center announces a call for applications and nominations for 2012-2013 Research Associateships with a focus on “New Media in Feminist Scholarship, Teaching and Activism”.
Description: As part of a year-long focus on examining the field of gender studies and the impact of new media on research, teaching, and activism within global perspectives, we invite proposals for projects that may include, but are not limited to,exploring the impact of new media on: access and rights; uses of technology and surveillance; transnational encounters; intersectionality; and sustainability, broadly defined. Other topics might include visual literacy and cultural expression; public spheres and cyberspace; digital technology in academic research and practice, including new forms of archival inquiry.
The Center supports projects on this year’s theme in all disciplines that focus centrally on women or gender. During the period of appointment, Associates are expected to be in residence in the Five College area, to attend weekly seminars, to give two public presentations, and to collaborate with colleagues based at one or more of the Five College institutions. Pending approval, modest travel funds will be available and applicants with demonstrated need may also be considered for complimentary housing in a studio apartment at the Center.
You may nominate a colleague by sending a brief email to the Director, Karen Remmler kremmler@mtholyoke.edu
Applicants should complete our online application form. In addition, please submit a project proposal (up to 3 pages), curriculum vitae, two letters of reference and name of possible research partner(s) based at the Five Colleges. Project proposals should include 1) statement about the contribution to and significance of the project for research and teaching in gender studies, 2) a detailed description of the project and timeline, and 3) how a stay in the Five Colleges will advance the project. Applications received by February 6 (including letters of recommendation) will receive full consideration.
Submit all application materials to fcwsrc@fivecolleges.edu
DEADLINE: FEBRUARY 6, 2012.
For further information, contact the Center at 413.538.2275, email fcwsrc@fivecolleges.edu,website