Center for Southwest Research
2015-2016 UNM Graduate Fellowships
Clinton P. Anderson Fellowship
In the University Libraries
Center for Southwest Research
The University of New Mexico
The Clinton P. Anderson Fellowship is awarded annually to a graduate student in a discipline
related to the study of the history and culture of the Southwest. This year’s fellowship is funded
by the Anderson Endowment of the University Libraries.
The fellowship honors Senator Clinton P. Anderson for his generous donation of Western
Americana, Native Americana, rare books, and personal papers to the University Libraries. The
Anderson Reading Room, the main reference and reading room of the Center for Southwest
Research (CSWR), is named for the Senator.
Duties and Responsibilities
The Anderson Fellow assists with CSWR reference and instruction as well as other public
services in collaboration with CSWR staff. The Anderson Fellow will be trained to assist in
providing reference services to researchers in the Anderson Reading Room. The fellowship also
involves assisting with the development and teaching of orientation sessions at the CSWR for
UNM classes and outside groups seeking to use CSWR collections and resources. The Anderson
Fellow will also contribute to various archival projects as directed, and will assist researchers at
the CSWR Access Desk.
Terms of the Award
The award is for $15,000. The fellow will work 20 hours each week during the fall and spring
semesters including finals week and the week before the start of classes in both the fall and the
spring. University-wide holidays are excepted. The fellow is required to give a short research
presentation in spring 2016 relating to the work accomplished during the fellowship.
Deadline for receipt of applications is May 8, 2015
Selection Criteria
Required:
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Graduate student in residence at the University of New Mexico with a minimum of 6
credit hours of course work, thesis or dissertation hours which count towards the
graduate degree.
Background in humanities, social sciences, arts or education with a concentration in
Southwestern history and culture
Research and writing skills (a short writing sample is required)
Good communication, organization and time management skills
Legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred:
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Teaching experience, particularly at the college level
Experience working in archives, special collections, or museums
Spanish or Native American language skills
Application Requirements
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Letter of application specifically addressing the selection criteria
Two letters of recommendation from individuals familiar with applicant’s academic and
work experience; letters should include contact information for verification
Copy of a recent research paper (first 3 pages only)
Applicant’s resume/curriculum vitae
Completed application form
Applications available online at: http://library.unm.edu/cswr/fellowships.php
Request additional information and/or send your completed application packet to:
Chris Geherin
Center for Southwest Research, University Libraries
1 Univ. of New Mexico, MSC05-3020,
Albuquerque, NM 87131-0001
cgeherin@unm.edu
505 277-4781
Deadline for receipt of application is May 8, 2015