Scholarship

Père Paul Feghali
1935-2020

Père Paul Scholarship for Eastern Christian Studies

To encourage and financially support young scholars in the field of Syriac Studies is the main goal of the Père Paul Scholarship for Eastern Christian Studies. The Hidden Pearl Press chooses, every year, two graduate students to award a modest monetary grant for manifesting excellence in their research. On September 19, 2023, The Hidden Pearl Press will announce the names of the first two students who will receive this gift.

Eligibility

Eligible candidates are PhD and Postdoctoral students who are:

  1. Enrolled in or recent graduates (within two years) of a PhD Program (or an equivalent program) at an accredited university,
  2. Working in the field of Syriac Studies,
  3. And in the writing phase of their dissertations.

Application Process

To apply, please email the following to Armando Elkhoury (elkhoury@thehiddenpearl.press):

  1. A 500-word letter showing why you should be considered for this grant,
  2. A 500-word summary of your dissertation proposal, including title, and 50-word indication of progress,
  3. Name, title, and email of your current dissertation supervisor,
  4. And a letter from your director of graduate studies to signify good standing in the program.

Application Deadline

June 1, 2023

2023 Scholarship Value

5,000 US Dollars per scholarship awardee

2023 Scholarship Awarded

On September 19, 2023

Benefactors

The Hidden Pearl Press, a not-for-profit organization, is seeking benefactors who wish to help grow the Père Paul Scholarship for Eastern Christian Studies. The Hidden Pearl Press endeavors to offer full scholarships in the future to graduate students working in Eastern Christian Studies. Tax-deductible donations may be made online or be mailed to:

Père Paul Scholarship for Eastern Christian Studies
The Hidden Pearl Press
7164 Alaska Ave NW
Washington, DC 20012

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