Barnard Library Research Award

The Barnard Library Research Award supports research using collections at the Barnard Library, Barnard Zine Library, and Barnard Archives, resulting in any final format. The jury selects projects based on clarity and feasibility, strength of ties to Barnard collections, originality in research approach, topic or format, and contribution to goals of access, equity, inclusion and social justice, with particular interest in projects related to feminist organizing or intersectional marginalized identities. Awardees receive $3000 to facilitate research at Barnard, which may be used for travel, housing, family care, or other research-related expenses. Grantees are expected to write a short summary of approximately 300 words describing their research experience at Barnard Library, which may be shared on the library website and social media channels. The award prioritizes projects that lack traditional institutional resources for research.