Fellowship Program - Juno Beach Centre

Juno Beach Centre
Fellowship Program
Do you have a passion for Canadian Military History?
Looking for a new and exciting research experience?
Apply to participate in the new Juno Beach Centre Fellowship Program!
The Juno Beach Centre Fellowship Program
will grant a fellowship opportunity to a student
dedicated to the study and pursuit of knowledge
surrounding Canada’s military activities in the
First and Second World Wars. The program
offers students a unique opportunity to
foster their future careers and enhance their
educational experience. The duration of the
Fellowship is one year, with research taking
place within your Post-Secondary institution
in Canada AND at the Juno Beach Centre in
Courseulles-sur-Mer, Normandy (up to 8 days).
Throughout the Fellowship term, the Fellow
is expected to act as representative for the
Juno Beach Centre, as well as attend events,
conferences, and communicate regular updates
on the status of their research to the staff in
Canada and Normandy.
Each year will contain a broad theme from which
the Fellow will draw inspiration to elevate their
research topic. To mark the inaugural year of the
Program, the theme for the 2015/16 Fellowship
is From Vimy to Juno. Research work should
include many aspects of the theme From Vimy to
Juno, such as:
• Exploring the links between the First and
Second World War and how these two unique
events share many common characteristics,
• Addressing the similarities and differences
between the two wars, and the experience of
soldiers, civilians, and life on the home front
• Examining the aftermath of both wars and
the preservation and commemoration of
events.
The Fellowship Program offers a paid trip to the
Juno Beach Centre (for up to 8 days) to conduct
primary research. On completion of the Fellowship
and delivery of the final research report, recipients
will receive an honorarium of $2000.
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Who Can Apply:
How to Apply
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Applicants meeting the above criteria should apply directing to the
Juno Beach Centre Association in Canada.
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The Fellowship Program is open to
Graduate students (Master’s or Doctoral
candidates)
The Fellow must be enrolled at an
accredited university prior to the start of
the Fellowship Program
The Fellow should be enrolled in a
program that compliments the potential
research at the Juno Beach Centre, such
a Canadian/Military History, English and
French Studies, Tourism Management,
Psychology, Fine Arts, and Geography
Application Package Materials:
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Responsibilities and Expectations of
the Fellow:
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Produce a tangible product (research
paper, project, work, etc.) that shows
dedicated skill and research
The parameters of the product are open
to interpretation, but should be outlined in
detail in the submission proposal
Act as a representative of the JBCA/JBC in
meaningful and respectful manner
Showcase a professional manner when
conducting research in Normandy
Work with the staff at the JBCA/JBC and
maintain regular communication
Presentation of their work throughout the
Fellowship term in academic or public
settings is encouraged
Acknowledge the JBCA/JBC as funders
of the research when presented to a wider
audience
For more information,
please contact the
Juno Beach Centre
Association
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A Motivation Letter stating interest in the Juno Beach Centre
Fellowship Program, area of study, and how your research
relates to the mission of the Juno Beach Centre
A CV, including contact information, education, publications,
and other relevant research experiences
A 2-3 page Research Proposal outlining your research scope,
both independently in Canada and in Normandy, the goals of
your research, detailing how it will benefit your education/
career aspirations and elevate public awareness of the JBC,
and how it relates to the theme
A Proposed Work Plan indicating when you would travel to
Normandy to complete your residency (must be outside of April
– September tourist season), as well as an outline of how you
would conduct your studies at the Centre and in Normandy.
A sample of your work/writing (an essay, report, published
articles, etc.)
Letters of reference (minimum of 2) from academic sources
(professors, thesis advisors, program directors, etc.) to verify
your competence and aptitude for research and a passion for
your studies
Applicants should submit the application package by email in a
single PDF document to the attention of “The Juno Beach Centre
Fellowship Selection Committee” to [email protected].
Selection Process
A dedicated selection committee made up of leaders in the
academic community will review and select recipients based on
your ability to:
• Present a clear and detailed outline of research plan and project
scope
• Demonstrate leadership in area of study
• Showcase creative and imaginative thinking
Application Timeline
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The application deadline is March 31, 2015
Fellows will be announced in June 2015
JUNO BEACH CENTRE ASSOCIATION 828 Legion Road, Burlington ON L7S 1T5
Web: www.junobeach.org
Telephone: 1-877-828-JUNO
Email: [email protected]