The External Awards and Recognition Office supports University of Iowa faculty in pursuing awards and honors from organizations outside the university.
We partner with UI faculty, departments, and colleges to elevate faculty profiles on a national and international scale, enhancing the university's reputation and showcasing our faculty's achievements in research, creative scholarship, teaching, and service.
External awards and honors represent valuable opportunities for faculty to enhance their scholarly reputation, garner additional funding, and expand the impact of their work.
Our office provides tailored guidance and resources to align external award opportunities with faculty career goals.
2024 NEH Fellowships Webinar
This free info session from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Central Time provides an overview of the National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowships, including the application process, eligibility criteria, and application writing suggestions.
Featured External Awards
NEH Fellowships
National Endowment for the Humanities Fellowships are competitive awards supporting exceptional research and writing. Fellows receive up to $60,000 to pursue projects such as books, articles, digital materials, or critical editions. Open to scholars across disciplines, these six to twelve-month fellowships provide time for focused research.
Wilson Center Fellows
The Wilson Center invites scholars, practitioners, journalists, and public intellectuals to apply for its 9-month residential fellowship in Washington, D.C. Fellows conduct research, write, and engage with policymakers and scholars. The center accepts policy-relevant, non-advocacy proposals addressing global challenges. Each year, 15-20 fellows are selected, receiving a $90,000 stipend.
National Academy of Medicine Membership
The National Academy of Medicine (NAM), founded in 1970 as the Institute of Medicine, is one of the three academies within the National Academies of Sciences, Engineering, and Medicine. Membership in NAM is a prestigious recognition of excellence in the fields of medicine and health. Each year, the academy elects up to 90 regular and 10 international members.
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Faculty Awards & Honors
Learn more about our exceptional faculty, which includes National Academy Members, Guggenheim Fellows, and national and international award winners.