ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ Research Scholars Academy
The Scholars Academy program has successfully concluded, marking a significant milestone in supporting interdisciplinary research and fostering academic excellence at ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ. The program has provided a unique platform for scholars to connect with mentors, engage in cross-disciplinary collaborations, and develop their research projects in innovative ways. We are proud of the program’s achievements and the lasting impact it has made on both participants and the broader academic community. As we close this chapter, we extend our gratitude to all who contributed to its success and look forward to the continued success of our scholars in their future endeavors. For any questions regarding the program, please contact Mariam Hayward.
The ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ Research Scholars Academy was a mentorship network for ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ researchers co-designed with researchers to provide support through connection and mentorship with international academic leaders, professional development and research resources.
In line with ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ’s strategic plans, ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ Research aimed to:
- Create mentorship and networking opportunities for ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ researchers, prioritizing those from equity-deserving groups
- Build interdisciplinary and international connections between top researchers
- Support and deepen equity, diversity, inclusion and decolonization (EDI-D) in research
- Make additional resources available to scholars to facilitate their envisioned future success
- Elevate ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ researcher profiles and research programs
- Formalize a mentorship process connecting ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ researchers to one another
Mentorship & Networking
Participants are paired with diverse senior mentors who are top leaders in their fields and committed to EDI-D. Mentors are invited to meet with their mentees, interact with other ÌÒ×ÓÊÓƵ researchers and academic leaders and deliver public lectures. Mentors are encouraged to work with mentees on scholarly contributions such as policy proposals, grant proposals, etc. over the program term.
Informal networking events will be held throughout the program and a celebratory event will be held at the completion of the program. Networking will also have a focus on creating space for, and facilitating, relationships among researchers who self-identify as belonging to an equity-deserving group.
Learning & Development
The program will support skills development through a monthly seminar series addressing participant-driven topics, such as conversations with diverse scholars on their experiences in academia, research dissemination and impact, patents, embedding EDI-D in research and developing multi-institutional strategic grants.
