Barbara Rosenblum Scholarship

Name: Barbara Rosenblum Scholarship

Award Amount:

• A $1,500 scholarship awarded annually.

Information and Eligibility:
The Barbara Rosenblum Scholarship, offered by the Sociologists for Women in Society (SWS), supports graduate students engaged in research on women’s experiences with cancer. The scholarship honors Barbara Rosenblum, a sociologist who made significant contributions to the understanding of women and cancer before her passing from breast cancer.

Eligibility Criteria:

• Enrollment: Must be a graduate student in sociology or a related field.
• Research Focus: Conducting research that focuses on women’s experiences with cancer, including but not limited to:
  • Psychosocial aspects of cancer diagnosis and treatment.
  • Impact of cancer on women’s identities and roles.
  • Healthcare disparities affecting women with cancer.
  • Advocacy and support systems for women with cancer.
• Membership: While not mandatory, preference may be given to members of the Sociologists for Women in Society (SWS).

Application Requirements:

• Completed application form available on the SWS website.
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) detailing academic and research experiences.
• Research proposal (3-5 pages) outlining the study’s objectives, methodology, and significance concerning women’s experiences with cancer.
• Two letters of recommendation from academic advisors or professionals familiar with the applicant’s research.
• Proof of graduate student status (e.g., enrollment verification).

Application Timeline:

• Application Deadline: Typically in the spring; specific dates are announced annually on the SWS website.
• Notification of Award: Recipients are usually notified in early summer.
• Funding Disbursement: Funds are disbursed shortly after the award notification.

Additional Information:

• Recipients are encouraged to present their research findings at the SWS annual meeting.
• The scholarship aims to support research expenses, including data collection, analysis, and dissemination related to women’s experiences with cancer.
• For more details and application materials, visit the official SWS scholarship page below.

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