The HMU Fellowship in Ideas

Harrison Middleton University (HMU) is offering a unique, nine-month virtual fellowship for recent graduates interested in the humanities and interdisciplinary dialogue.

The HMU Fellowship in Ideas is a writing and discussion project designed for emerging scholars from any field. It offers a chance to engage deeply with the great ideas of Western civilization, network with academicians, and gain professional enrichment.

Over the course of the nine-month program, Fellows will:

• Participate in virtual Socratic discussions with university faculty and other Fellows.

• Contribute two blog entries to the Harrison Middleton University Blog.

• Publish one book review in HMU: Dialogues, the university's biannual newsletter.

Benefits

- A $500 stipend.

- Valuable experience in scholarly discussion and publication.

- Online publication credits for your work.

- A complimentary set of three Great Books Foundation publications upon completion.

This fellowship is open to applicants who:

• Have recently received a Bachelor's, Master's, or Doctoral degree in any field.

• Have a genuine interest in the humanities.

• Demonstrate outstanding reading, writing, and communication skills.

• Can commit to the writing and participation requirements.

Applicants must submit the following:

1. A completed application form.

2. A biographical statement (max 500 words) detailing your background and interest in the fellowship.

3. An expository essay (max 1500 words) on a "great idea" in the humanities.

The application deadline is November 15, 2025.

For full details and to access the application form, please visit the official fellowship page