The College of Arts and Sciences is seeking first-year students who want to be one of up to eight undergraduates to become inaugural recipients of the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation’s Fellowship in the new Experimental Humanities program at Case Western Reserve, which starts with the spring 2024 semester.
This is a bold initiative to integrate the liberal arts and STEM in order to address the rapidly evolving technological landscape and today’s most pressing societal issues.
First-year students with a passionate interest in this area of study are encouraged to apply for the Mandel Fellowship by no later than Tuesday, Jan. 2, 2024, for a chance to be part of the inaugural class.
The benefits of the Mandel Fellowship
Students in this exciting program will blend humanities-oriented critical reflection with hands-on experimenting and skills development in new technologies, enabling them to ask deep questions about the ethical, philosophical and socio-cultural implications of scientific and technological change.
Mandel Fellows will receive scholarship funding for an estimated three-and-a-half academic years and substantial funding for internships and leadership development so they can apply their skills in real-world settings, bridging the gap between academia and industry, and enhancing their readiness for leadership roles.
Application process and questions
To apply for this exciting opportunity, students are asked to create a one-page document detailing their personal and academic interest in the new major that integrates humanities and STEM through technology. Email the document to the college’s Director of Staff and Development Robert Utrup.
Read more about the program details, the fellowship and the application process.
Inaugural Mandel Fellows will be selected early in the spring 2024 semester. Undergraduates who have questions about the application process or about the major should contact Experimental Faculty Fellow and Professor Timothy Beal.