The Edwin O. Reischauer Institute of Japanese Studies (RI) will provide small grants (up to $800) for Harvard graduate students in any field of Japanese studies in the humanities or social sciences to help defray the cost of attending scholarly conferences where they present papers or serve as panel discussants.
For AY2021-22, RIJS will provide conference grant support for those who present a paper or serve as a panel discussant, for virtual conference attendance registration fees or for travel to a conference, limited to travel, lodging, and registration fees.
Please note that all support related to travel must follow current Harvard University travel guidelines and safety protocols. Please see the following sites for the most up-to-date guidance: Harvard Travel Guidance and Harvard GSS COVID-19 Travel Advice.
APPLICATION DEADLINE: At least one month in advance of the conference