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Woest Fellowship Application

To apply, complete the application form below. All materials must be received by November 15, 2026.

Your application must include letters of recommendation from two (2) scholars familiar with your work. The letters may be submitted via this form, or emailed directly to Rebecca Smith, Woest Fellowship Committee chair.

Questions? Read our Frequently Asked Questions before applying. Applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status.

Contact Information

Your Name

Title of Research Project

Institutional affiliation (if applicable)

Mailing Address

Address 1

City

ZIP / Postal Code

State / Province

Country

Business Phone

Email Address

Submit Materials

Current CV / Vita

Project Abstract

No more than 100 words

Research Proposal

Not to exceed six double-spaced pages, must (a) outline the scope of the project; (b) discuss the relevance of research materials at HNOC; and (c) discuss the anticipated product of your research (book, dissertation, exhibition, etc.)

References

Optionally, your references may email their letters of recommendation directly to Rebecca Smith, Woest Fellowship Committee chair.

Reference #1

Name

Phone

Letter of Recommendation

Reference #2

Name

Phone

Letter of Recommendation

Final Questions

When do you expect to be in residence?

Residency typically takes place across two weeks (this information is for planning purposes only, and will not influence the selection committee).

Expected Start Date

Expected end date

Date

How did you learn about the Woest Fellowship?

LSU Press Review

HNOC, in collaboration with Louisiana State University Press, is eager to identify publishable works on Louisiana history and culture. If you plan for your project to result in a book-length manuscript, would you like LSU Press to review your application for publication possibilities? By checking this box, you grant us permission to forward your application to LSU Press, who will contact you if the project is of interest.

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