Harrison Middleton University
Applications are open for the Harrison Middleton University (HMU) Fellowship in Ideas 2027, a writing and discussion programme designed for university graduates who want to explore the humanities, engage with important intellectual questions, and strengthen their writing and communication skills. The fellowship welcomes graduates from any academic discipline who have a strong interest in interdisciplinary learning and the history of ideas in Western civilization.
The programme is offered by Harrison Middleton University, an institution focused on interdisciplinary education and the humanities. Over nine months, the selected fellow will engage in virtual Socratic discussions with university faculty and other fellows, contribute written work to university publications, and connect with readers, scholars, and thinkers from different academic backgrounds.
The fellowship is suitable for graduates who enjoy reading, researching, analysing ideas, and communicating their thoughts through clear, well supported writing. Applicants do not need to hold a degree specifically in the humanities. Graduates from fields such as science, social science, literature, philosophy, and other disciplines can apply if they can demonstrate a genuine interest in the humanities and the ability to produce thoughtful written work.
The HMU Fellowship in Ideas is a nine month intellectual enrichment programme that combines writing assignments with guided academic discussion. Its purpose is to encourage thoughtful engagement with major ideas, strengthen interdisciplinary understanding, and give an emerging scholar opportunities to share original analysis with a wider audience.
An important feature of the programme is its use of Socratic discussion. Fellows participate in virtual conversations with university faculty and other fellows, examining ideas through questions, reasoned arguments, and the exchange of different perspectives. These discussions offer participants an opportunity to deepen their understanding of complex subjects while learning from people with varied academic interests.
Writing is another central part of the fellowship. The selected fellow will prepare two entries for the Harrison Middleton University Blog and a book review for HMU: Dialogues, the university's biannual publication. These assignments provide practical experience in developing arguments, evaluating written works, and communicating ideas to readers.
The programme also encourages intellectual independence. Applicants are expected to present their own ideas, analysis, and insights rather than simply repeat existing arguments. The fellowship can therefore be valuable for graduates interested in academic writing, publishing, research, education, or other careers that require careful thinking and strong communication.
Successful applicants will receive the following benefits:
• US$500 stipend paid by check or PayPal.
• Participation in virtual Socratic discussions with university faculty and other fellows.
• Opportunities to publish two blog entries through the Harrison Middleton University Blog.
• An opportunity to publish a book review in HMU: Dialogues.
• Experience developing and presenting original ideas through structured writing assignments.
• Opportunities to engage with academics, lifelong learners, readers, and thinkers from different disciplines.
• A complimentary set of three Great Books Foundation publications at the conclusion of the fellowship.
• A platform for strengthening reading, research, writing, and communication skills.
The fellowship centres on intellectual discussion and written contributions. The selected fellow should be prepared to participate in the programme throughout its nine month duration and complete the required assignments.
Key activities include:
• Taking part in virtual Socratic discussions with university faculty and other fellows.
• Exploring major questions and ideas connected to the humanities and Western intellectual traditions.
• Preparing two original entries for the Harrison Middleton University Blog.
• Writing a book review for HMU: Dialogues.
• Applying critical thinking and research skills to a selected topic in the humanities.
• Communicating arguments clearly and supporting them with appropriate references.
Applicants must meet the following requirements:
• Hold a Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in any academic field.
• Demonstrate a genuine interest in the humanities and the major ideas of Western civilization.
• Have strong reading and writing abilities.
• Demonstrate effective communication skills and the ability to express ideas clearly.
• Be willing to participate in virtual discussions with university faculty and other fellows.
• Commit to writing two entries for the Harrison Middleton University Blog and one book review for HMU: Dialogues.
• Be prepared to submit original work that reflects independent thought, analysis, and insight.
The fellowship is not restricted to graduates of humanities programmes. Applicants from other academic backgrounds may be suitable if their interests and written submissions demonstrate a clear connection to the humanities.
Applicants should prepare the following materials:
• A completed fellowship application form.
• A biographical statement of no more than 500 words.
• An expository essay of no more than 1,500 words.
• A works cited page accompanying the essay.
The biographical statement should explain the applicant's background as a student, interest in the humanities, and reasons for applying to the HMU Fellowship in Ideas.
The expository essay should explore a major idea in the humanities connected to one of the programme's specified concentrations. Applicants should cite their sources appropriately and ensure that the essay reflects their own original thinking and analysis.
The permitted concentrations are:
• Imaginative literature.
• Natural science.
• Philosophy and religion.
• Social science.
Applicants are encouraged to use appropriate technology and research tools where useful, while maintaining academic integrity and ensuring that their submissions demonstrate their own creativity and reasoning.
Interested applicants should follow these steps:
Harrison Middleton University
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