Franklin & Marshall College

The Russell Award to promote the study of Russian language and culture was made possible by the generosity of the late Dorothy Chapman in honor of her parents. The award, with a value of $3,000 (or more if exceptional expenses warrant and funds are available), is to be used in Russia for formal study and educational travel. Preference will be given to full-time students who have reached an advanced level in the Russian language and who will be returning to campus for further study, but others will also be considered. More information is available from the Russian and Russian Studies department.

How to Apply

Completed applications should be submitted to , who will appoint a selection committee. For some, but not necessarily all, candidates, the committee may conduct interviews.

Winners will agree to use the funds as stipulated in the proposal and to submit receipts to the Business Office within 30 days after completing the project. Winners will be notified around spring Break if possible. Winners are recognized at Awards Day in April and are expected to write a report and to make presentations on campus to interested groups about their projects, including at the Campus Research Fair in April, if their topic is appropriate.

Deadline: First Friday in February

APPLICATION MATERIALS AND PROCEDURES

Candidates should submit the following, all in one print copy:

1. The Summer Study/Travel Awards Application Cover Sheet. The form will guide you in how to submit these supplemental items:

2. A copy of the your latest unofficial F&M transcript.

3. A biographical essay of about 500 words describing your education, interests, achievements, personal and professional goals, and other relevant factors.

4. A statement of about 500 words about the project: its objectives, how you will achieve them, its connection to your interests, background, and goals, and how you will share the results with others.

5. A budget of all expected expenses (using the Summer Award Budget form), including any that would be met from other sources.

6. One letter of recommendation from a faculty member who can speak to your qualifications and plans, your level in the Russian language, your prior knowledge of the culture, and the value and feasibility of your project, and the names of two more FSA willing to recommend you if needed.