We are pleased to be able to provide a research grant for scholars whose work would benefit from access to primary source materials held in the department of Special Collections. Who is eligible? Anyone with a scholarly interest in conducting primary source based research at USC is invited to apply. Faculty, graduate students, undergraduates, and independent scholars whose work would benefit from use of USC Libraries' Special Collections holdings are eligible. Applicants must live at least 100 miles distant from the University of Southern California to be eligible. Additionally, those who have previously received a research grant from USC will not be considered. What may the grant money be used for? Grant money may be used for travel, for lodging, or for incidental expenses. Grant amounts are awarded up to $1,000 and must be used within one year of notification of the award. How do I apply? Please complete the application, and e-mail, fax, or mail it to: Sue Luftschein Head, Special Collections Doheny Memorial Library, 207 University of Southern California Los Angeles, CA 90089-0189 Phone: (213) 740-4046 Fax: (213) 740-2343 E-mail: luftsche@usc.edu In addition to the form, applicants are asked to supply the following: Project abstract of 100 words or fewer Budget for the amount of grant money requested Outline of the project's goals, methods, and expected results reflecting its relationship to the primary source materials at the University of Southern California Curriculum vitae Names, addresses, e-mail, and telephone numbers of two references familiar with your research When is the deadline? Applications may be submitted on September 15 or March 15. However, proposals must be made two months prior to the planned research visit. When will I know if I will receive a grant? Applicants will be notified of the decision within six weeks of the closing dates. How will the funds be allocated? The Wallis Annenberg Research Grant is provided as a reimbursement for expenses paid. Original invoices and receipts must be submitted following the research visit for reimbursement.