Arts and Humanities Industry Professionals Program

Key Contact

If you have questions, please contact the Associate Dean for the Arts and Humanities.

Applicability

Open to full-time CLAS faculty involved in creative writing, nonfiction writing, and publishing programs, framed within the arts and humanities.

Policy Purpose and Description

The University of Iowa's College of Liberal Arts and Sciences (CLAS) and Office of the Vice President for Research (OVPR) are committed to enhancing the educational experience of our students by providing them with meaningful interactions with industry professionals. This pilot program program is aimed at bringing prominent writers, scholars, artists, and industry professionals to our campus to engage with students in fields including creative writing, nonfiction writing, the publishing industry, the arts and humanities. The program will enable faculty to apply for funding awards of up to $10,000 to invite industry professionals to participate in workshops, masterclasses, and mentorship sessions with students. This initiative emphasizes hands-on professional development and industry-oriented experiences in sustained, structured interactions between industry professionals and UI students and faculty. It is an adaptable program that enables faculty to take advantage of opportunities to network with industry professionals in conjunction with emerging research and vocational opportunities and forge connections with the UI campus and students as those opportunities arise.

Objectives

  • Enhance Student Learning and Professional Development: By providing students with direct access to industry experts, we aim to improve their understanding of the creative writing and publishing landscapes, arts and humanities creative work and scholarship, thereby enhancing their preparedness for professional careers. 
  • Foster Connections Between Academia and Industry: The program will facilitate valuable networking opportunities for students and faculty alike, bridging the gap between academic theory and real-world practice. 
  • Support Faculty Initiatives: Faculty members can propose collaborations that enrich their teaching and align with departmental goals, promoting interdisciplinary partnerships. 

Expected Outcomes

  • Increased Student Engagement: Students will gain firsthand insights from professionals, leading to enhanced interest and engagement in their studies. 

  • Career Preparedness: By interacting with industry leaders, students will be better equipped for internships and job placements in the writing and publishing fields, arts and humanities.  

  • Strengthened Faculty Networks: Faculty will expand their professional networks, fostering collaborative opportunities that can lead to future projects and initiatives. 

  • Assessment and Reporting: Faculty will be required to report on the outcomes of the engagement, providing data on student feedback and learning gains. 

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Procedure

Applicants will need to submit a detailed application that includes the following components:

  1. Impact on Student Learning and Success: Describe how the proposed engagement with the professional will enhance student learning and professional development. Provide a plan for how the professional will engage with students, including a detailed proposed itinerary.   

  2. Selection Justification: Provide the CV of the selected professional and a justification for their inclusion based on their expertise and relevance to the course or program. Summarize previous and ongoing conversations with the professional to give a detailed idea of how their expertise will benefit research as well as student success at Iowa.  

  3. Budget and Disbursement Plan: Outline how the funds will be budgeted and allocated, detailing all associated costs (e.g., honoraria, travel, materials). 

How to Apply

Email the completed application as a PDF file to clas@uiowa.edu.

Forms

Application for Summer Funding for Humanities Research

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