Marian Library

The Resident Scholar Fellowship supports research and artistic endeavors that make substantial use of the Marian Library collections. This program is open to University of Dayton faculty between May 18 and Aug. 14, 2026. The four- to eight-week residency carries a stipend of $3,000.

In the academic year following the residency, the resident scholar makes an on-campus presentation and submits a brief report for the Marian Library blog.

Eligibility

Open to University of Dayton faculty and research professors.

Apply 

Applicants are asked to apply online by Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, with the following information:

• A brief research proposal, not to exceed 1,000 words. The proposal should emphasize the relationship of Marian Library collections and IMRI expertise to the project and include the proposed end result of the project (publication, dissertation, artwork, etc.) and the length and preferred dates of the fellowship.
• A preliminary list of collection materials the researcher expects to use.
• A resume or curriculum vitae.

Questions may be addressed to MarianFellowships@udayton.edu

The Visiting Scholar Fellowship supports research and artistic projects and provides access to Marian Library collections and IMRI expertise. Project proposals should demonstrate that the Marian Library’s resources are integral to proposed research topics or creative work. The fellowship comes with an award of $3,000 plus $1,000 in support of travel, living and/or research expenses for those traveling more than 100 miles. Housing possibilities and area information will be provided.

Awards must be used between May 18 and Aug. 14, 2026. Fellows must reside in the Dayton area during the period of their award (two to four weeks). Fellows are also required to document their experience working with the collection through a brief report for the Marian Library blog. The stipend will be paid within two to three weeks after the fellow arrives on campus.

Eligibility

• Open to postdoctoral scholars, academics, independent scholars, artists and curators as well as professionals in libraries, archives, and museum fields.
• Open to candidates of all nationalities.
• Non-U.S. citizens may be required to obtain a visa. See travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas for more information. UD can help you determine which visa is appropriate and issue the necessary documents to obtain a visa. Fellows are responsible for paying associated fees. Fellows should begin planning immediately upon notification of the award.
• Scholars are welcome to apply each year. For anyone awarded a fellowship, however, a period of five years must elapse before another fellowship can be awarded.

Apply

Applicants are asked to apply online by Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, with the following information:

• A brief research proposal, not to exceed 1,000 words. The proposal should emphasize the relationship of Marian Library collections and IMRI expertise to the project and include the proposed end result of the
  project (publication, dissertation, artwork, etc.) and
  the length and preferred dates of the fellowship.
• A preliminary list of collection materials the
  researcher expects to use.
• A resume or curriculum vitae.

The Graduate Student Fellowship supports research and artistic projects and provides access to Marian Library collections and IMRI expertise. Project proposals should demonstrate that the Marian Library’s resources are integral to proposed research topics or creative work. The fellowship comes with an award of $3,000 plus $1,000 in support of travel, living and/or research expenses for those traveling more than 100 miles. Housing possibilities and area information will be provided.

Awards must be used between May 18 and Aug. 14, 2026. Fellows must reside in the Dayton area during the period of their award (two to four weeks). Fellows are also required to document their experience working with the collection through a brief report for the Marian Library blog. The stipend will be paid within two to three weeks after the fellow arrives on campus.

Eligibility

• Open to master’s and doctoral students from the University of Dayton or other academic institutions.
• Open to candidates of all nationalities.
• Non-U.S. citizens awarded may be required to obtain a visa. See travel.state.gov/content/travel/en/us-visas for more information. UD can help you determine which visa is appropriate and issue the necessary documents to obtain a visa. Fellows are responsible for paying associated fees. Fellows should begin planning immediately upon notification of the award.
• Scholars are welcome to apply each year. If awarded a fellowship, however, a period of five years must elapse before another fellowship can be awarded.

Apply

Applicants are asked to apply online by Saturday, Jan. 31, 2026, with the following information:

• A brief research proposal, not to exceed 1,000 words. The proposal should emphasize the relationship of Marian Library collections and IMRI expertise to the project and include the proposed end result of the project (publication, dissertation, artwork, etc.) and the length and preferred dates of the fellowship.
• A preliminary list of collection materials that the
  applicant expects to use.
• A resume or curriculum vitae.
• Two letters of recommendation from people who can speak to the applicant’s qualification to perform this research and the project.