Scholarship Workshop 2023 is an 8-week in-person incubator for new scholarly institutions, taking place June 4 – July 29 in a rural location in New York state. Food and lodging are covered, and a stipend is also provided.
Together with about 20 other participants, you will study the past and present of scholarly institutions and use this knowledge to found scholarly institution start-ups. The program schedule will also include hikes, visits to nearby sites, recreational outings, etc., according to interest.
Let Me Think aims for a diverse group of participants in this workshop with respect to race/ethnicity, gender, ideology, religion, disciplinary affiliation (e.g. STEM, arts, humanities), life experiences, class, age, etc.
Qualifications:
– Working interest in improving the conditions of work and study in academia.
– Capacity for disciplined work, whether study, research, or entrepreneurial organizing.
– Intellectual honesty and open-mindedness.
– Can live and work well with others in community.
Benefits:
– Food and lodging are included.
– Recreational group outings.
– Participatory budgeting (you will have a chance to influence the budget).