Dear Sindhu Menon
I am writing to you on behalf of The 1947 Partition Archive (http://www.1947partitionarchive.org/) to inform you about an exciting program for the students at your institution. We would be extremely grateful if you could circulate it amidst your department and students at Hyderabad. All the relevant details have been mentioned below.
Presenting THE FEBRUARY 2019 STORY SCHOLARS PROGRAM!
DEADLINE TO APPLY: JANUARY 15TH, 2019
The 1947 Partition Archive's Oral History Program, working in collaboration with Stanford University Libraries, is presently recruiting Story Scholars for its February 2019 Story Scholars Program. The Story Scholars will have the unique opportunity to travel, meet incredible culture bearers, and engage in meaningful conversations, while preserving heritage. The Story Scholars participate in an intensive and deeply rewarding 3 or 6 month experience recording narratives from Partition witnesses.
Scholars will receive extensive training in field research and oral history, as well as a training completion certificate from The 1947 Partition Archive as well as Stanford University Libraries. Furthermore, upon completion of the program alumnus will receive a completion certificate as well as other career opportunities. All works created by the Story Scholars will be available for access globally via the Stanford University Libraries: https://exhibits.stanford.edu/1947-partition
The program is perfect for those who enjoy traveling as well as meeting and learning from people in cities and the countryside alike. Students and Professionals from any field of study are welcome. The Story Scholars Program is especially ideal for individuals in the fields of media, history, humanities and arts, and have a penchant to travel, recording stories, learning about different cultures and/or writing. The Story Scholars are paid a monthly fellowship stipend. The program allows for flexibility for those who have other commitments such as coursework or other professional work, via the 3 month (full time) or 6 month (part time) options. Please see more information at http://in.1947partitionarchive.org/storyscholars
Please pass on this message along to anyone that may benefit from this opportunity.
To learn more about The 1947 Partition Archive visit:
http://in.1947partitionarchive.org
For more information, please read the following description:
http://in1947partitionarchive.org/storyscholars
Deadline to submit complete application is January 15th, 2019.
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