University of Michigan MIRS: African Studies Specialization
Deadline December 15, 2023
"The International Institute is currently accepting applications for the Masters in International and Regional Studies (MIRS) program. MIRS combines an interdisciplinary curriculum, deep regional/thematic expertise, rigorous methodological training, and international experiences to enable students to situate global issues and challenges in their cultural, historical, geographical, political, and socioeconomic contexts and to approach them in diverse ways. MIRS is designed to prepare students for global career opportunities, whether in academia, private, or public sectors." Visit the website for more information
COIL Faculty Fellows Program-Africa Selects Teams
We extend a congratulations to the following fellows:
- Aklilu Zeleke, Lyman Briggs College & College of Natural Science (Dept. of Statistics & Probability), Michigan State University.
- Fydess Khundi-Mkomba, Faculty of Development Studies (Dept. of Agricultural & Applied Economics), Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (Malawi).
- Antoinette Tessmer, Broad College of Business (Finance Dept.), Michigan State University.
- Nkadi Onyegegbu, Faculty of Education (Science Education Dept.), University of Nigeria Nsukka (Nigeria).
- Gianina K. L. Strother, College of Arts & Letters (Dept. of African American and African Studies), Michigan State University.
- Sylvia A. N. Nannyonga-Tamusuza, College of Humanities and Social Sciences (Dept. of Performing Arts and Film), Makerere University (Uganda).
- Jennifer Marcy, College of Arts & Letters (Dept. of Religious Studies), Michigan State University.
- Zione Kalumikiza-Chikumbu, Faculty of Food and Human Sciences (Dept. of Human Nutrition and Health), Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (Malawi).
- Raymond Pirouz, Broad College of Business (Dept. of Marketing), Michigan State University.
- Felix Uzochukwu Asoiro, Faculty of Engineering (Dept. of Agricultural & Bioresources Engineering), University of Nigeria Nsukka (Nigeria).
- Rebecca Malouin, College of Osteopathic Medicine (Global Health Studies Program), Michigan State University.
- Amelia Ngozi Odo, Public Health Education Unit (Dept. of Human Kinetics and Health Education), University of Nigeria Nsukka (Nigeria).
- Teresa Bergholz, College of Agriculture & Natural Resources (Dept. of Food Science and Human Nutrition), Michigan State University.
- Benard Odhiambo Oloo, Faculty of Agriculture (Dept. of Dairy and Food Science and Technology), Egerton University (Kenya).
Stay tuned to GYAN's COIL webpage for a second call for fellows.
CAORC (Council of American Overseas Research Centers)-National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH) Research Fellowship
Deadline January 24, 2024
"The CAORC - National Endowment for the Humanities Research Fellowship is now accepting applications! This fellowship provides the opportunity for scholars to spend significant time in one country with an Overseas Research Center as a base.
The fellowship supports advanced research in the humanities for scholars who hold a PhD or a terminal degree. Applicants must be US citizens or foreign national scholars who have been resident in the US for at least three years. Approximately four awards will be granted and fellowship stipends are $5,000 per month for four to six consecutive months." Please visit the link for more information
Daryl and Glenda Minor Tanzania Fellowship
Deadline February 28, 2024
The Daryl and Glenda Minor Tanzania Fellowship will support a first-time two-year master’s degree program for an entering Michigan State University (MSU) student from Tanzania with interests in a field related to international development. The Minor Fellow will be committed to working towards understanding and contributing to inclusive social and economic development in Tanzania. Individuals with an interest in furthering girls’ education and economic opportunities for women are strongly encouraged to apply. Please visit the link to learn more about this opportunity
Call for Proposals: Indiana University International Conference on Africa
March 22-23, 2024
"To brainstorm on the possibilities in the continent, we are pleased to extend an invitation to the 10th Indiana University International Conference on Africa, taking place in Bloomington, Indiana, United States on March 22-23, 2024. We invite individuals from various disciplines, including students, scholars and practitioners with an interest in Africa, to submit proposals that showcase the continent’s diversity and explore future prospects. For additional details about the conference, see the attached flier and click on the link provided below. We look forward to your submissions and participation, as we collectively contemplate Africa’s path towards a prosperous and impactful future." More information
OISS Coffee Hour
Every Friday, 4-6pm EST
Spartan Rooms B&C International Center
Join the Office for International Students and Scholars for Coffee Hour, a free event where students, staff, faculty, and community members gather to connect over coffee each week. Different hosts offer educational programs, information on how to get involved on campus, and fun activities that change throughout the year.
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Student Groups & Activities
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Chinese in Africa/Africans in China Research Network
Network dedicated to China-Africa engagements
CAAC Research Network
African Asian Curriculum
Curricula and programming for community colleges
aac.matrix.msu.edu
African Media Program
Database of audio-visual materials and education services
africanmedia.msu.edu
Archive of Malian Photography
Digitized collections of five important photographers in Mali
amp.matrix.msu.edu
Overcoming Apartheid
First-hand accounts of this important political movement
overcomingapartheid.msu.edu
Afripod
Podcast about African history, culture and politics
afripod.aodl.org
African Activist Archive Project 
Documents, photographs, artifacts, written and oral memories
africanactivist.msu.edu
African Online Digital Library
 Free universal access to cultural heritage materials
aodl.org
Africana Collection
African Studies at the MSU Library
libguides.lib.msu.edu/africa
Exploring Africa
High quality African resources for students and educators
exploringafrica.matrix.msu.edu
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This December and in the coming months MSU Libraries' Corner will showcase some of the library’s most valued electronic resources. The first resource we would like to showcase is Press Reader (https://libguides.lib.msu.edu/az.php?q=press%20display).
Press Reader provides access to current newspapers and magazines from over 151 countries around the world. More specifically, this resource has very strong coverage from countries in Africa. This resource carries newspapers and magazines from over 34 countries from all regions of the continent including Angola, Egypt, Kenya, Nigeria, Senegal, and South Africa, just to name a few. Most of the periodicals are published in European languages with a small collection published in African languages. What is unique about this resource is the layout of the publications. The newspapers and magazines are digitized from the original print copy which means the reader has access to the periodical just as it was published in that country. Not only does Press Reader have current newspapers, but many of the titles also have a substantial library and backfile.
Whether you are interested in brushing up on your language skills, seeking to be knowledgeable and conversant on contemporary issues, or have interests in how international events are reported, Press Reader is a useful tool for up-to-date information.
As always, if you have any questions about this electronic resource or any other electronic resource the library may have a subscription, please do not hesitate to contact the African Studies librarians: Erik Ponder (ponderer@msu.edu) and Chenjerai Mabhiza (mabhizac@msu.edu ). On behalf of the MSU Libraries we would like to wish you a very festive holiday season!
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Center Funding Opportunities
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Curriculum Development Grants ($3,000 summer stipends): to support faculty interested in developing a new course or seminar related to Africa or revising an extant course or seminar to include at least 25% of Africa content.
Curriculum Enhancement Grants ($1,000): for purchase of Africa related curricular materials, payment of guest speakers.
Conference Travel Grants ($1,000): to support Africanist Faculty for domestic conference expenses.
Special Programming Grants (amount varies): to bring a guest speaker; host a panel discussion or workshop; plan a social event etc.
To learn more and to apply visit:
African Studies Center: Applications for Faculty Programs (msu.edu)
Most applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis.
Global IDEAS: Global Innovations in Development, Engagement, and Scholarship curates external funding opportunities for international research from a comprehensive suite of sources, along with our knowledge of the donor landscape. These opportunities are compiled in one weekly email newsletter, available only to MSU faculty, staff and students.
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