Overview
The Office of Pedagogy of Hope through Research and Practice (PoH Office) is now accepting applications for Hope Fellows for the 2025–2026 academic year. This initiative supports early-career, tenure-track faculty who are passionate about advancing community engagement, academic excellence, and the mission of PoH through research, teaching, and service.
Hope Fellows will collaborate closely with the PoH Faculty Director and Program Coordinator, receive tailored support, and have opportunities to lead and shape academic initiatives that impact our campus and community.
We plan to select 3–4 Hope Fellows for the upcoming academic year.
Who Are Hope Fellows?
Hope Fellows are junior (non-tenured), tenure-track faculty from any department at Gonzaga University who are actively engaged in scholarship and/or service that aligns with the PoH mission. They are committed to advancing meaningful work in partnership with PoH while supporting the growth of the PoH’s events, initiatives, and partnerships.
In Your Application:
Clearly describe how your current and future scholarly or community-based work connects with the PoH’s mission and goals!
What We Offer
As a Hope Fellow, you’ll receive more than just support — you’ll join a vibrant, collaborative community dedicated to academic innovation, social impact, and personal growth. Here’s what’s included:Financial Support
- $2,000 stipend to support your scholarly or community-based projects, research, conference travel, or other professional goals.
Hands-On Assistance
- Access to Graduate Assistant (GA) support, tailored to help advance your work — whether in research, event planning, or community outreach.
Mentorship & Collaboration
- Direct engagement with the PoH Faculty Director and Program Coordinator for mentorship, networking, and the opportunity to co-create impactful academic initiatives.
Visibility & Leadership Opportunities
- A platform to share your work through a public talk or Lunch & Learn session, building your visibility, engaging diverse audiences, and shaping academic conversations on campus.
Our goal is to support your development while creating space for your leadership to shape the future of the PoH.
What We Expect from You
Regular Meetings
- Meet three times per semester with the PoH Faculty Director and Program Coordinator to:
- Discuss your ongoing scholarly/service work and receive targeted support
- Provide input and leadership on PoH’s events, initiatives, and partnerships
Public Engagement
- Lead one public talk or facilitate a Lunch & Learn session during the 2025–2026 academic year to share your work and engage the broader campus community.
Eligibility
Open to junior (non-tenured), tenure-track faculty who will be employed at Gonzaga University for the full 2025–2026 academic year.
Note: This program is designed to support early-career faculty. Tenured faculty are not eligible at this time.
Application Details
Application Period: TBD
Required Materials:
- Name
- Position(s) held at Gonzaga University
- Departmental Affiliation(s)
- Curriculum Vitae (CV)
- Statement of Interest
- Describe how your work aligns with PoH’s mission
- Share your vision for contributing to PoH initiatives
- Propose ideas for public engagement
- (Optional) Letters of recommendation or supporting materials
Selection Criteria
Applications will be evaluated based on:
- Strength of scholarly and service contributions
- Demonstrated leadership potential
- Alignment with PoH’s mission and values
- Commitment to innovative, community-engaged academic work