Daniel Jeremy Silver Fellowship
For active members of the clergy
The Fellowship, established in honor of the late Rabbi Dr. Daniel Jeremy Silver, Harvard Class of 1948, of Cleveland, Ohio, by his family and friends, will be awarded to an active member of the clergy who has demonstrated serious intellectual and academic ability, interest and energy in the pursuit of scholarship in Jewish studies.
It is intended to allow the recipient to begin, continue, or complete a piece of serious research in some area of Jewish scholarship for one semester at Harvard before he or she returns to congregational life. To pursue this concentrated course of work and study, the Silver Fellow will enjoy full access to the unique resources of the University, its libraries, professors, staff, and courses.
Stipend Amount: $40,000 for one semester (fall or spring)
Eligibility: Active members of the clergy. Preference will be given to active congregational or campus rabbis.
Field of Interest: Jewish studies
Application includes:
- Curriculum vitae
- detailed research proposal (1-2 pages)
- samples of finished work, publications, and/or work in progress
- two letters of recommendation
- one reference from a member of the board of directors of the applicant’s congregation
- one reference from an individual qualified to assess the applicant’s scholarly work
All candidates: Apply via ARIeS: Daniel Jeremy Silver Fellowship
Other Eligibility Requirements:
The Silver Fellow will work on campus for the duration of one semester in its entirety to begin, continue, or complete research in an area of Jewish scholarship.
