Source: NAPS, The North American Patristics Society.
The Patricia H. Imbesi Saint Augustine Fellow of
Villanova University seeks to foster scholarship, whether in Augustine or in
the Augustinian Tradition. As an Augustinian Catholic university – founded in
1842 by the Order of Saint Augustine—Villanova has always sought to promote the
study of Saint Augustine, both within the university and beyond. The
university’s curriculum is shaped by an Augustinian vision, as articulated in
the distinctive Augustinian words found on the Seal of the University: Veritas,
Unitas, Caritas.
The academic commitment to the Augustinian tradition
is evident in the publication of the journal Augustinian Studies, in the
curricular initiatives that enhance its Augustinian character, and by
sponsoring lectures, conferences, discussion groups, etc. that bring the
Augustinian tradition into dialogue with present-day issues.
The Patricia H. Imbesi Saint Augustine Fellow seeks to
foster scholarship in Augustine or in the Augustinian Tradition by sharing with
other dedicated scholars. This fellowship thus seeks to enhance cooperation
among scholars so as to build a community of scholars.
Hence, Villanova University invites a scholar to
campus each Spring semester – a scholar who has a doctoral degree but is not
yet tenured. Recipients of the Patricia H. Imbesi Saint Augustine Fellowship
will participate in the work of the Augustinian Institute:
By interacting with faculty to enhance the Augustinian
quality of the experience;
By presenting 2 colloquia with faculty/graduate
students on some aspect of St. Augustine’s thought or influence;
By giving a public lecture and a faculty colloquium on
their present research;
By participating in the work-in-progress of the
Augustinian Institute
Application
Applicants for a Patricia H. Imbesi Saint Augustine
Fellow will submit a current curriculum vitae, a brief essay describing the
research project to be pursued while at Villanova and a proposal for two
upper-level seminars that they want to lead. Two letters of recommendation
should also be submitted separately to the Augustinian Institute. The
application process will be completed on-line (through the Villanova University
Human Resources site) once the job is posted. https://jobs.villanova.edu/
Stipend and Accommodations:
The semester stipend for a St. Augustine Fellow will
be $30,000. Housing and limited medical benefits will be provided by Villanova
University.
Selection Process:
All applications will be reviewed by a Selection
Committee which will weigh the quality of the proposal and the merits of the
proposed contributions.