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The Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship (MMUF) is a pivotal program initiated by The Andrew W. Mellon Foundation, aimed at enhancing diversity within the faculty ranks of higher education institutions. Since its inception, the program has selected over 4,000 fellows, with more than 500 having obtained their Ph.D.s. The core objective
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of MMUF is to mitigate the underrepresentation of minority groups in academia by encouraging students from diverse backgrounds to pursue Ph.D.s. The program is particularly focused on supporting those who aspire to academic careers, steering clear of paths leading to professional schools such as medical or law schools.
Participants in the MMUF program engage in individual research projects under the mentorship of faculty members, which is a cornerstone of the fellowship experience. Each fellow regularly collaborates with their mentor to refine their research interests and develop scholarly work. The program includes bi-monthly meetings for fellows to share their research findings, exchange ideas, and engage in discussions pertinent to academic life and graduate school preparation. Workshops on essential topics such as GRE preparation, research writing, and academic conference presentations are also integral to the program. Additionally, fellows have the opportunity to present their research at the annual MMUF conferences, which serve as significant platforms for professional development and networking. Publication opportunities are available through the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Journal, further enhancing the scholarly impact of the fellows.
Fellowship candidates are expected to demonstrate academic promise, typically maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and exhibit a commitment to an academic career in eligible fields. The program particularly encourages applications from African-American, Latino, Native American, and other underrepresented minority students, although it is open to all who meet the criteria. The program's annual distinguished guest speaker for 2025 is Dr. Andrea Adomako, an assistant professor of English at NYU, who will present a talk titled "Watch While You Weep: Bearing Witness to Black Diasporic Friendships." This lecture will explore the historical context of Black friendships, using the relationship between Ghanaian playwright Efua Theodora Sutherland and American writer Maya Angelou as a case study. Dr. Adomako's insights will delve into the importance of these relationships in the broader narrative of Black solidarity and de-colonial movements.
In summary, the MMUF program at Cornell University not only empowers students through funding and mentorship but also enriches their academic journeys through rigorous research and community engagement. It stands as a beacon for fostering diversity among future scholars and educators.
Participants in the MMUF program engage in individual research projects under the mentorship of faculty members, which is a cornerstone of the fellowship experience. Each fellow regularly collaborates with their mentor to refine their research interests and develop scholarly work. The program includes bi-monthly meetings for fellows to share their research findings, exchange ideas, and engage in discussions pertinent to academic life and graduate school preparation. Workshops on essential topics such as GRE preparation, research writing, and academic conference presentations are also integral to the program. Additionally, fellows have the opportunity to present their research at the annual MMUF conferences, which serve as significant platforms for professional development and networking. Publication opportunities are available through the Mellon Mays Undergraduate Fellowship Journal, further enhancing the scholarly impact of the fellows.
Fellowship candidates are expected to demonstrate academic promise, typically maintaining a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and exhibit a commitment to an academic career in eligible fields. The program particularly encourages applications from African-American, Latino, Native American, and other underrepresented minority students, although it is open to all who meet the criteria. The program's annual distinguished guest speaker for 2025 is Dr. Andrea Adomako, an assistant professor of English at NYU, who will present a talk titled "Watch While You Weep: Bearing Witness to Black Diasporic Friendships." This lecture will explore the historical context of Black friendships, using the relationship between Ghanaian playwright Efua Theodora Sutherland and American writer Maya Angelou as a case study. Dr. Adomako's insights will delve into the importance of these relationships in the broader narrative of Black solidarity and de-colonial movements.
In summary, the MMUF program at Cornell University not only empowers students through funding and mentorship but also enriches their academic journeys through rigorous research and community engagement. It stands as a beacon for fostering diversity among future scholars and educators.
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