Ida Halpern Fellowship and Award
Society for Ethnomusicology
Award: $1,000–$4,000
Deadline: Jun 1, 2026
To support research on Native American music of the United States and Canada and to recognize the publication of such research, particularly studies utilizing Dr. Halpern's collection of Northwest Coast music. Qualifications: Applicants must be established scholars, recent Ph.D.'s, or Ph.D. candidates who have completed all program requirements except dissertation research; previous awardees are ineligible to reapply for three years after receiving the award. Selection criteria: Selection will be based on the quality of the research proposal and its relevance to Native American music, with preference given to research utilizing Dr. Halpern's collection and demonstrating potential for significant contribution to the field. How to apply: Applicant must submit a research proposal not exceeding four single-spaced pages; a proposed budget; a current vita; contact information for two references; a verification letter from the graduate program advisor if a Ph.D. candidate; and a letter of Native American community support if proposing new research. Focus: Musicology.