Taking a Step Back to Move Forward
One of the main lessons I share with researchers is not to force research communication that feels inauthentic. When it feels forced, it becomes work. And when research communication becomes work, it is easy to push aside and never actually do. So after another (unsuccessful) year of spinning my wheels as a research communications professional, […]
International Fellowships for Independent Scholars: Racing to the British Academy Deadline
Y’all, I did it. I somehow managed to submit TWO international fellowships for independent scholars within a month of each other. The Fulbright went in mid-September, and I just hit submit on my British Academy Visiting Fellowship application (at 5:14am my time, but more on that adventure later). I’m exhausted and proud. When I started […]
International Fellowships for Independent Scholars: Application Submitted! (Plus Insights and Resources)
Well, dear reader. It’s done. I’ve officially submitted my Fulbright U.S. Scholar fellowship application. I can hardly believe it. My relief is immense. My relief was immediately followed up with a cocktail of fear, self-doubt, and impatience. Did I write clearly enough? Will they really consider me for a fellowship? Is this idea stupid? These are […]
Writing the Application: International Fellowships for Independent Scholars
I’ve come to realize that the application process for international fellowships for independent scholars is a lot. Over the past few weeks, I feel like I’ve done nothing else but write for the Fulbright U.S. Scholar fellowship (barely thinking about the British Academy visiting fellowship). But it has helped me reflect on my business and […]
Starting the Application Process: International Fellowships for Independent Scholars
Now that I have established host institutions for the international fellowships for independent scholars I am applying for, it’s time to start the application. As an independent scholar pursuing international fellowships for independent scholars, I’ve realized that the application process is a beast of its own. Especially this removed of academia. Here’s how I’m attempting […]
Finding a Host Institution for International Fellowships for Independent Scholars
When I last wrote about my interest in seeking international fellowships for Independent Scholars, I was full of nerves, anxiety, and a general feeling of “what am I even doing?’ There is so much that can go wrong here. And my time is so finite, why would I spend it on taking this chance? But, […]
Life After Academia: Exploring International Fellowships for Independent Scholars
I dreamed of becoming a Fulbright Scholar during my time in higher education. Mostly for the opportunity to live abroad, research something unique, and get paid to do it! Back then, in The Before Times™️, living abroad seemed so far-fetched. A Fulbright could bridge my work life and personal love of travel together. Now, on […]
