2014 Research Colloquium -- Fellowships
2014 Annual Research Colloquium:
Religion, Leadership and Social Transformation
Spend the month of July in New York working on a research or writing
project related to the theme of “Religion, Leadership and Social
Transformation,” with access to libraries and research facilities at
Columbia University, Union, Auburn, and Jewish Theological Seminaries.
Applications from scholars, theologians, activists and artists will be
accepted.
Application deadline is February 2, 2014.
About the theme “Religion, Leadership and Social Transformation”
Religion, faith, and spirituality have often played a role in campaigns and
movements for social change. The Colloquium is interested in questions such
as:
• What role do faith leaders, faith organizations, and religious
ideas or theologies play in bringing about social change?
• Historically, and today, what roles have religion played in
specific domestic or international campaigns or movements, such as civil
rights, women’s movement, environmental movement, immigration, nuclear
disarmament, LGBT equality, right to life, Tea Party, Occupy, etc.? Do some
“issues” lend themselves to involvement by religious groups or ideas more
than others?
• What is the dynamic of cross-faith interaction in social
transformation work?
• How are faith leaders equipped or trained for social justice work?
• What are the obstacles and opportunities of faith leaders working
effectively with secular groups (or “nones,” agnostics, etc.) for social
transformation?
• How does participation in social change work affect religious
belief or practice?
Historical, theological, and intellectual investigations will all be
considered.
About the Colloquium
The program includes single room housing in Union Seminary in Manhattan.
Alternative arrangements are up to the candidate (the cost of the single
housing may be made available in such cases).
The Colloquium will bring together fellows (scholars of religion,
sociologists, clergy, activists and others) who have worked on these
questions and offer them an opportunity for in-depth scholarly exploration
of commonalities and differences. By creating an environment conducive to
research, open reflection and scholarly inquiry, participants are
encouraged to learn from others who have studied different or convergent
topics, bringing perspectives from their different fields. In addition,
fellows will be given the opportunity to participate in Auburn’s Media
Training and will be encouraged to consider ways to bring their work to
public audiences.
The program includes single room housing at Union Seminary in Manhattan.
Alternative arrangements can be made by those who are accepted as available
at Union or elsewhere, but any additional cost will be the responsibility
of the fellow.
At the Colloquium, fellows spend four weeks together, pursuing individual
research as well as gathering as a group for focused and facilitated
discussions. Those who are selected for a fellowship are referred to as
"Coolidge Scholars" after William A. Coolidge, the principal benefactor of
this program. Each Coolidge Scholar works on his or her own project, but
benefits by being able to collaborate with others. The collegial
relationships that develop within the group are a crucial element of this
program and one of its distinctive aspects. The work of the fellows is
eligible for publication in the journal CrossCurrents.
If you have further questions about the content of the Colloquium, please
contact one of the following:
• J.C. Austin, Auburn Seminary (jaustin@auburnseminary.org).
• Charles Henderson, CrossCurrents (chashenderson@mindspring.com)
• Lisa Anderson, Auburn Seminary, (landerson@auburnseminary.org)
Colloquium Logistics and Schedule
The Colloquium takes place July 1-31, 2014. The daily schedule allows a
balance of structured and unstructured time, including:
1. Time for individual research, reflection and consultation with
fellows and staff
2. Seminars for facilitated and focused discussion that also integrate
work-in-progress reports by fellows
3. Common meals and opportunities to explore the artistic and cultural
resources of New York City
The Colloquium is residential and provides fellows with room and board
(vegetarian/kosher food available) and access to libraries and research
facilities at Columbia University, Teachers College, Union, Auburn and
Jewish Theological Seminaries. Participants are required to pay a $125
registration fee upon acceptance plus the cost of travel to New York City.
Eligibility and Application
The successful applicant will be capable of writing for a publication of
the caliber of CrossCurrents. Normally, fellows will hold doctorates; some
will have professional degrees or ordination; a few will qualify by reason
of equivalent experience. For ideas on the types of projects we encourage,
please check the CrossCurrents website to view back issues of the journal.
1) Title and brief description (1-2 pp.) of the applicant's proposed
project.
2) A brief resume including religious affiliation or preference,
academic standing and professional experience.
3) The names, titles, institutional addresses and telephone numbers of
two references. (You do not need to have these persons write a letter; we
will contact references as needed.)
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, VISIT:
www.crosscurrents.org/
If you have any further questions about the Colloquium or would like to
explore the appropriateness of a project you are thinking about, please
contact:
Charles Henderson, CrossCurrents, Executive Director
Email: colloquium@crosscurrents.org
Tel: 212-870-2544 or
Cell: 917-439-2305
Religion, Leadership and Social Transformation
Spend the month of July in New York working on a research or writing
project related to the theme of “Religion, Leadership and Social
Transformation,” with access to libraries and research facilities at
Columbia University, Union, Auburn, and Jewish Theological Seminaries.
Applications from scholars, theologians, activists and artists will be
accepted.
Application deadline is February 2, 2014.
About the theme “Religion, Leadership and Social Transformation”
Religion, faith, and spirituality have often played a role in campaigns and
movements for social change. The Colloquium is interested in questions such
as:
• What role do faith leaders, faith organizations, and religious
ideas or theologies play in bringing about social change?
• Historically, and today, what roles have religion played in
specific domestic or international campaigns or movements, such as civil
rights, women’s movement, environmental movement, immigration, nuclear
disarmament, LGBT equality, right to life, Tea Party, Occupy, etc.? Do some
“issues” lend themselves to involvement by religious groups or ideas more
than others?
• What is the dynamic of cross-faith interaction in social
transformation work?
• How are faith leaders equipped or trained for social justice work?
• What are the obstacles and opportunities of faith leaders working
effectively with secular groups (or “nones,” agnostics, etc.) for social
transformation?
• How does participation in social change work affect religious
belief or practice?
Historical, theological, and intellectual investigations will all be
considered.
About the Colloquium
The program includes single room housing in Union Seminary in Manhattan.
Alternative arrangements are up to the candidate (the cost of the single
housing may be made available in such cases).
The Colloquium will bring together fellows (scholars of religion,
sociologists, clergy, activists and others) who have worked on these
questions and offer them an opportunity for in-depth scholarly exploration
of commonalities and differences. By creating an environment conducive to
research, open reflection and scholarly inquiry, participants are
encouraged to learn from others who have studied different or convergent
topics, bringing perspectives from their different fields. In addition,
fellows will be given the opportunity to participate in Auburn’s Media
Training and will be encouraged to consider ways to bring their work to
public audiences.
The program includes single room housing at Union Seminary in Manhattan.
Alternative arrangements can be made by those who are accepted as available
at Union or elsewhere, but any additional cost will be the responsibility
of the fellow.
At the Colloquium, fellows spend four weeks together, pursuing individual
research as well as gathering as a group for focused and facilitated
discussions. Those who are selected for a fellowship are referred to as
"Coolidge Scholars" after William A. Coolidge, the principal benefactor of
this program. Each Coolidge Scholar works on his or her own project, but
benefits by being able to collaborate with others. The collegial
relationships that develop within the group are a crucial element of this
program and one of its distinctive aspects. The work of the fellows is
eligible for publication in the journal CrossCurrents.
If you have further questions about the content of the Colloquium, please
contact one of the following:
• J.C. Austin, Auburn Seminary (jaustin@auburnseminary.org).
• Charles Henderson, CrossCurrents (chashenderson@mindspring.com)
• Lisa Anderson, Auburn Seminary, (landerson@auburnseminary.org)
Colloquium Logistics and Schedule
The Colloquium takes place July 1-31, 2014. The daily schedule allows a
balance of structured and unstructured time, including:
1. Time for individual research, reflection and consultation with
fellows and staff
2. Seminars for facilitated and focused discussion that also integrate
work-in-progress reports by fellows
3. Common meals and opportunities to explore the artistic and cultural
resources of New York City
The Colloquium is residential and provides fellows with room and board
(vegetarian/kosher food available) and access to libraries and research
facilities at Columbia University, Teachers College, Union, Auburn and
Jewish Theological Seminaries. Participants are required to pay a $125
registration fee upon acceptance plus the cost of travel to New York City.
Eligibility and Application
The successful applicant will be capable of writing for a publication of
the caliber of CrossCurrents. Normally, fellows will hold doctorates; some
will have professional degrees or ordination; a few will qualify by reason
of equivalent experience. For ideas on the types of projects we encourage,
please check the CrossCurrents website to view back issues of the journal.
1) Title and brief description (1-2 pp.) of the applicant's proposed
project.
2) A brief resume including religious affiliation or preference,
academic standing and professional experience.
3) The names, titles, institutional addresses and telephone numbers of
two references. (You do not need to have these persons write a letter; we
will contact references as needed.)
FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO APPLY, VISIT:
www.crosscurrents.org/
If you have any further questions about the Colloquium or would like to
explore the appropriateness of a project you are thinking about, please
contact:
Charles Henderson, CrossCurrents, Executive Director
Email: colloquium@crosscurrents.org
Tel: 212-870-2544 or
Cell: 917-439-2305
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