The Clara Mayo Grants

In Support of Masters’ Theses and Pre-Dissertation Research on Sexism, Racism, or Prejudice

The Clara Mayo Grant program was set up to support masters’ theses or pre-dissertation research on aspects of sexism, racism, or prejudice, with preference given to students enrolled in a terminal master’s program. Studies of the application of theory or the design of interventions or treatments to address these problems are welcome.

ELIGIBILITY

Individuals who are SPSSI members and who have matriculated in graduate programs in psychology, applied social science, and related disciplines. A student who is applying for a Grants-In-Aids may not apply for the Clara Mayo award in the same award year. Applicants may submit only one Mayo application per calendar year.

AWARDS AND CRITERIA

Up to six grants will be awarded annually. The maximum amount of any grant is $1,000. Proposals that include a college or university agreement to match the amount requested will be favored, but proposals without matching funds will also be considered.

HOW TO APPLY

APPLY ONLINE NOW!  Online submissions are the preferred method.  Please limit the number and size of files uploaded when applying online.   

For hard copy submissions, send five (5) copies to SPSSI, 208 "I" (Eye) St NE, Washington, DC 20002-4340. Attn: Clara Mayo. The Application should include:

1. A cover sheet stating title of thesis proposal, name of investigator, address, phone, and if possible, fax and e-mail;
2. An abstract of no more than 100 words summarizing the proposed research;
3. Project purposes, theoretical rationale, research methodology, and analytic procedures to be employed;
4. Relevance of research to SPSSI goals and funding criteria;
5. Status of human subjects review process (which must be satisfactorily completed before grant funds can be forwarded);
6. Clear statement of type of degree program applicant is enrolled in (e.g., terminal master’s program);
7. Faculty advisor’s recommendation, including certification that the proposal is for a master’s thesis or for pre-dissertation research;
8. Specific amount requested, including a budget;
9. If available, an institutional letter of agreement to match the funds requested.

Recommended length for points (1) through (4) of the application is 5-7 double-spaced, 12-point font, typed pages. Incomplete applications will be returned to the applicant.

Previous Winners

DEADLINE

The annual deadline for the Spring round is April 30th. Winners will be announced by July 12th. 

The annual deadline for the Fall round is October 5th. Winners will be announced by December 1st.

Late applications may be held until the next deadline.

Sponsored by: SPSSI’s Clara Mayo Memorial Fund made possible by bequests from the family and friends of Professor Clara Mayo and by SPSSI member donations.