Duke University’s David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library offers one Eleanore and Harold Jantz Fellowship, with an award of $1500, for researchers whose work would benefit from access to the Jantz Collections held at Duke.

Who is eligible?

Faculty members, graduate students, and independent scholars with relevant research projects are eligible to apply. All applicants must reside beyond a 100-mile radius of Durham, NC.

Research topics must be strongly supported by the Rubenstein Library’s Jantz Collections. We encourage prospective grant applicants to discuss their research projects and the materials that might support them with a Rubenstein Library reference archivist before submitting an application.

• Read about the Jantz Collections.
• Contact a Rubenstein Library reference archivist.

What expenses does the grant cover?

• Transportation expenses, including air, train, or bus ticket charges; car rental; mileage using a personal vehicle; and parking fees
• Accommodations
• Meals
• Photocopying and reproduction expenses

Expenses will be reimbursed once the grant recipient has completed his or her research visit(s) and has submitted original receipts.

How do I apply?

1. Download and complete an application form (Word document; 54 KB) and review the application instructions. Applications must be completed in English.
2. E-mail completed application and C.V. as attachments (Word document or PDF) to special-collections(at)duke.edu. We will send you an e-mail confirming that your application was received.
3. Graduate students must submit a letter of recommendation from a faculty advisor. The application packet will not be considered complete until this letter is received. The letter may be submitted as e-mail attachment to the e-mail address above or by postal mail to:

   Jantz Research Grant Program
   Attn: Andrew Armacost
   David M. Rubenstein Rare Book & Manuscript Library
   Box 90185
   Duke University
   Durham, NC 27708-0185
   USA

What Dates Do I Need to Remember?

• The deadline for applications is January 31, 2012 by 5:00 PM EST.
• The fellowship recipient will be announced by March 31, 2012.
• Grants must be used between May 1, 2013 and June 30, 2014. Holiday closings and regular hours are posted online.
• During the Rubenstein Library's move, reference services will be limited from January 7-February 15, 2013. Read more about our upcoming renovation.