2006-2007 DR. GUIDO GOLDMAN FELLOWSHIP FOR THE STUDY
OF GERMAN AND EUROPEAN ECONOMIC AND INTERNATIONAL AFFAIRS

The American Council on Germany is seeking applications for the 2006-2007 Dr. Guido Goldman Fellowship for the Study of German and European Economic and International Affairs. The fellowship supports promising American scholars and analysts whose research bears special significance for German economic and international policy within the wider European context. Since reunification in 1990, Germany has played an increasingly important role as an economic engine and political leader, both in Europe and in the global arena. Because of its status as a reunited sovereign nation, a leading member of the enlarged European Union, and a key partner in NATO, understanding contemporary Germany holds great value. American scholars and analysts continue to contribute to the understanding of key issues facing Germany -- and Europe as a whole.

The fellowship was established in 2003 to honor political scientist and longtime ACG Board Member Guido Goldman, Director of German Studies at the Minda de Gunzburg Center for European Studies at Harvard University and Co-Chairman of the Board of the German Marshall Fund of the United States. Dr. Goldman has devoted his career to the study of economics and foreign relations as they apply to transatlantic affairs.

The Dr. Guido Goldman Fellowship award covers the cost of pre-approved international and inter-city travel and provides a per diem stipend of $150 for up to 28 days in Germany and elsewhere in Europe as relevant to the research being conducted. Topics that would fall under the rubric of the Goldman Fellowship include the formulation of German economic and foreign policy and the evolution of U.S.-European relations. Fellows are required to develop research itineraries in consultation with the American Council on Germany. Following the completion of the trip, fellows will submit a report summarizing their findings.

The selection committee for the Dr. Guido Goldman Fellowship will evaluate applications based on: the contribution the project will make to an understanding of the economics and foreign relations of Germany, Europe, and North America; the feasibility of the proposed project; the training of the applicant; and the scholarly potential of the applicant. While applicants should demonstrate an interest in German and European affairs, no prior experience in Germany or Europe is required. The fellowship program aims to serve -- but is not limited to -- postgraduate students in relatively early stages of their careers (including individuals enrolled in Ph.D. programs who are finishing their dissertation). Knowledge of the German language is not a prerequisite.

Please submit a cover letter outlining personal and professional objectives for the fellowship; a current curriculum vitae; a project proposal of at least two pages; and two letters of recommendation to:

Selection Committee, Dr. Guido Goldman Fellowship
American Council on Germany
14 East 60th Street, Suite 606
New York, NY 10022

Application Deadline: July 14, 2006

For more information, please visit www.acgusa.org or contact Ted Mathys, ACG Program Coordinator,
at 212-826-3636 or tmathys@acgusa.org.