The David B. Baker Fellowship in the History of Psychology
Dr. David Baker, a historian of psychology and Emeritus Director of the Cummings Center for the History of Psychology, has served as an important mentor for students interested in studying history. Throughout his career, he encouraged students to engage with history by making use of the vast collections of the Archives of the History of American Psychology.
The David B. Baker Fellowship in the History of Psychology supports student research at the Archives of the History of American Psychology. The Fellowship supports travel expenses for one graduate or undergraduate student whose research will benefit from access to the Archives’ collections. One Fellowship of $2500 will be awarded annually.
2022 Baker Fellowship Recipient: Michael Stead
Congratulation to the first recipient of the David B. Baker Fellowship in the History of Psychology: Michael Stead! Michael is an MA student in York University’s Historical, Theoretical, & Critical Studies of Psychology program, researching eugenic feminism and developmental psychology in early 20th-century America.
Eligibility
All applicants must
- be currently enrolled in a graduate or undergraduate program
- conduct onsite research at the Archives for 1 to 4 weeks, as the scholar deems necessary
- be engaged in research that is directly related to the Archives’ collections
How to Apply
Applicants should submit:
- A project description, including a statement of how the Archives will be helpful to your research (500 words max)
- A current CV
- One letter of recommendation
Applications for the 2023 Fellowship will open August 15, 2023 and run through December 15, 2023.
To learn more about the Archives, explore the website or contact our reference archivist.
Contact cfaye@uakron.edu with any questions.