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George G. Booth Traveling Fellowship

“I believe that Architecture at its best is in reality a tangible expression of our highest social achievements, so I deem it of the utmost importance that this country shall be filled with architects of vision and the highest possible training, that we may be inspired by their ideals and they will surely do us suitable honor by their work. I hope the step I have taken may contribute something to the advancement of the greatest of all arts in America.”

George G. Booth, August 20, 1923

About

The George G. Booth Travelling Fellowship was first awarded in 1924. It is offered annually by the University of Michigan, A. Alfred Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning and presently carries a stipend of up to $9,000. The fellowship provides the opportunity for recent alumni/ae to research some special aspect of architecture that requires international travel. To be eligible, you must be 30 years of age or under before the March 31, 2012 application deadline and must either expect to graduate by August 2011 or be a master of architecture graduate of the University of Michigan.

Eligibility

To be eligible for the competition you must be 30 years of age or under before the March 31 application deadline and must be a Master of Architecture graduate of the University of Michigan or expect to graduate by August 2012.

To Apply

The award is made on the basis of the applicant's academic and professional record (résumé) and submission of a well-documented plan of international study (proposal) detailing research subject matter and how work will be carried out. Along with the proposal, applicants must submit a one-page abstract, outlining places to be visited, the approximate period of travel, and projected expenses; a sample portfolio of not more than five pages (8.5"x11"); and a current CV. Applicants must sign the abstract and include their social security number, date of birth, and mailing address.

Requirements

The Booth Fellow is required, within six months following the completion of travel, to submit a written report. The report will be posted on the college's website and a copy will be kept in the library at the Media Union. The Fellow may also be invited to make a Brown Bag presentation to students and faculty at the College. The Fellow is encouraged to keep a blog of their travels with the option of linking this to the College's website.

Submittals must be postmarked by March 31.

Submit the proposal and abstract to:

Taubman College
ATTENTION: BOOTH FELLOWSHIP
University of Michigan
2000 Bonisteel Boulevard, Room 2150
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-2069

Booth Fellowship Recipients