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Portz Interdisciplinary Fellowship AwardsThe Portz Fellowship program was launched in 2010 and is supported by the John and Edythe Portz Interdisciplinary Research Fellowship. It is intended to support creative and innovative endeavors that cross boundaries, inviting application from individuals who wish to undertake cross disciplinary research or from a team of two or more students from different disciplines who propose a single collaborative project. Up to six prizes will be awarded: 3 awards of $5,000 each and 3 awards of $1,500 each. Eligibility and Application RequirementsHonors students in good standing from 2-year colleges or 4-year colleges and universities with current Institutional membership in NCHC may apply at any point in their undergraduate studies. In addition to two letters of recommendation from faculty members, an endorsement from the institutional representative named in the NCHC membership is required. Only ONE PROPOSAL per year from each member institution is permitted. Portz Interdisciplinary Fellowship applications are open from February 1 to March 31 of each year. Upload your completed application and letters of support using the links below. Upload Your Application Upload Letters of SupportSupport the Portz Interdisciplinary FellowshipDr. John and Edythe Portz were visionaries who helped create and support many of the innovative programs within the National Collegiate Honors Council. Their lasting contributions laid the groundwork for initiatives like the Portz Interdisciplinary Fellowship, which empowers students to pursue cutting-edge, cross-disciplinary research that transcends traditional academic boundaries. By supporting the Portz Fund, you’ll play a key role in continuing this legacy, providing honors students with the resources they need to explore new ideas and make meaningful contributions to a rapidly changing world. Help shape the future of research and discovery by donating to the Portz Fund today. Donate to the Portz FundRecent Recipients$5,000 AwardsSy Bogutski
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