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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